As an instrument craftsman, Wacom explores the ultimate in writing and drawing — and pioneers broader inking experiences
As an instrument craftsman, Wacom explores the ultimate in writing and drawing — and pioneers broader inking experiences
Nobutaka Ide
President and Representative Director (CEO)
For more than 40 years, Wacom has grown by supporting the act of drawing—across anime, manga, design, and more—and by empowering the act of writing in everyday work and learning environments. We will continue to refine the drawing and writing experiences we have cultivated over the years, while also exploring new and broader forms of “kaku (inking).”
In May 2025, we launched our medium-term business plan, “Wacom Chapter 4.” By further elevating and integrating the core technologies we have built to date, we aim to evolve our business model into that of an instrument craftsman—one that delivers holistic inking experiences across all forms of “kaku.”
Across our four focus domains—Creating, Learning & Teaching, Working/Enjoying and beyond, and Well-being—we are working with our communities to create new use cases. In particular, we see significant new opportunities in the Learning & Teaching and Well-being domains, where the use cases we develop will not only drive business growth but also help address social issues and contribute to a more sustainable society.
From a financial perspective, we aim to achieve ¥150 billion in revenue and ¥15 billion in operating profit by FY2028 (fiscal year ending March 2029). Guided by disciplined capital allocation that balances growth investment with financial stability, we remain committed to delivering stable and sustainable shareholder returns.
To provide clear and accessible updates on the progress of “Wacom Chapter 4,” we are enhancing our investor communications through more intuitive formats, including video content, alongside our conventional disclosures. We also engage proactively with investors through ongoing dialogue and opportunities to experience our technologies firsthand. The feedback we receive through these interactions is reflected in our management and IR activities, helping us further strengthen corporate value.
As we pursue financial growth, we also seek to achieve a more profound, meaningful growth: one shared with users, partners, customers, and our team members—growth not defined by metrics alone. We are committed to carrying forward the profound human act of “kaku (inking)”, which has continued for more than 50,000 years, into the next 50,000. We sincerely appreciate your continued support as we move forward on this journey.
Nobutaka Ide
President and Representative Director (CEO)