U-NEXT HOLDINGS Co., Ltd.

U-NEXT HOLDINGS Co., Ltd. is a diversified Japanese conglomerate specializing in entertainment and business service solutions. The company operates across five main segments: content distribution, store services, telecommunications, business systems, and energy. Its primary offerings include the U-NEXT video streaming service—one of Japan’s largest platforms for video-on-demand—as well as music distribution and music copyright management. U-NEXT HOLDINGS also delivers integrated digital solutions for retail stores, such as the USEN IoT PLATFORM for wireless communications, the U MUSIC service (AI-powered in-store background music), and the USEN Marutto Store DX suite, which includes cloud POS systems, payment services, order management, and security. The company further supports businesses with ICT environment construction, optical internet sales, cloud infrastructure, and operational technology. In the energy sector, U-NEXT HOLDINGS provides services designed for the commercial and facility markets. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Tokyo, the group has established a significant presence in Japan’s media, information technology, and business infrastructure landscape, contributing to digital transformation across varied industries.