The Board of Directors of Beauty Kadan Co., Ltd. (TSE:3041) authorized a share repurchase program on April 18, 2013. Under the program, the company will repurchase up to 500 shares, representing 2.27% of its issued share capital, for a total cost of up to ¥40 million. The purpose of the repurchase program is to implement a flexible capital policy in response to changes in the business environment and further promote the profit returns to shareholders. The plan will commence on April 19, 2013 and will continue until September 30, 2013. As of April 18, 2013, the company has 22,030 shares outstanding and 3,350 shares held in treasury.

Beauty Kadan Co., Ltd. completed its share repurchase program on May 24, 2013. Under the plan, the company has repurchased 500 shares, representing 2.27% for ¥31.06 million.