The number of pachinko players has been declining in recent years, dropping almost 50% from its peak. Contrary to this trend, our sales in 2006 exceeded 200 billion yen. Although our 2007 sales figures fell compared with those of the previous year, this was due to the introduction of the low-rate ball lending system to 19 parlors that same year. We now have 29 parlors in Hokkaido, and five in the Kanto region (Chiba, Saitama, Kanagawa and Ibaraki prefectures) where we have been in operation since 2003. One of the reasons for our business growth is the low-cost of operation as a result of using renovated parlors. By significantly reducing the initial cost and returning the savings to customers, we have realized a high operation rate. We are proud that our sales per-device are among the highest in Japan.
Changes in sales
After the company was founded, annual sales increased by 20% and by FY 2006 had exceeded 200 billion yen. Since FY 2007 there has been a decline in revenue, but this has also been a result of the low-rate ball rental system proactively pursued by the company. However, operating profits reached a record high in FY 2008 and continue to remain strong.
19th period omitted due to 3-month settlement of accounts.
Changes in the number of parlors
Eagle Group primarily operates in Hokkaido, but since 2003, has opened new parlors in the Kanto region. As of the end of 2007, there are a total of thirty-three parlors in operation.
19th period omitted due to 3-month settlement of accounts.
Changes in the number of employees
The construction of new parlors has seen the number of employees increase by one thousand over the past seven years. We have introduced various recruitment methods, including the promotion of part-time employees to full-time positions.
