Hakuhodo DY ONE Certified as "Premier," the Highest Grade "Sales Partner" in the 2026 LINE Yahoo Partner Program

Hakuhodo DY ONE Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Hiroaki Kitazume; hereinafter "Hakuhodo DY ONE") has been certified as "Premier," the highest grade "Sales Partner" in the 2026 LINE Yahoo Partner Program, which certifies partners specializing in various areas such as the introduction and support of marketing solutions provided by LINE Yahoo Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President and CEO: Takeshi Idezawa). This marks a consecutive achievement. Furthermore, the company acquired certified badges "Ads Operation Badge," "Ads Policy Badge LINE Yahoo Ads Search Ads," and "Ads Policy Badge LINE Yahoo Ads Display Ads (Managed)," which are awarded to companies meeting certain conditions.

About the "LINE Yahoo Partner Program"

The "LINE Yahoo Partner Program" was introduced with the aim of more actively promoting the resolution of marketing and CX challenges utilizing LINE and Yahoo! JAPAN. It is a program that certifies advertising agencies and service developers in each category of "Sales Partner," "Technology Partner," and "Network Partner"*.

About "Sales Partner"

The "Sales Partner" certification, which Hakuhodo DY ONE has now received, is for partners who support the introduction of services provided by LINE Yahoo and advertising placement. Partners are certified as either "Premier," "Select," or "Certified" based on their advertising transaction volume from the previous year. Additionally, partners who achieve excellent results in specific focus areas designated by LINE Yahoo are awarded various certified badges.

Hakuhodo DY ONE has consistently worked to support clients' marketing challenges through data-driven advertising and solution businesses. In doing so, by actively utilizing products such as LINE Yahoo Ads and LINE Official Accounts in collaboration with LINE Yahoo, the company has led to the resolution of clients' business challenges. This certification is a recognition of these efforts.

Hakuhodo DY ONE will continue to contribute to the marketing activities of many client companies by contributing to the growth of marketing solutions provided by LINE Yahoo and the market.

Hakuhodo DY ONE Award Achievements

- LINE Yahoo "Govtech Partner System" Partner Company (FY2026) - LINE Yahoo Partner Program "Sales Partner" "Premier" (H2 FY2025) - LINE Yahoo Partner Program "Sales Partner" "Premier" (H1 FY2025) - LINE Yahoo Partner Program "Technology Partner" "Premier" (FY2025) - LINE Yahoo "Govtech Partner System" Partner Company (FY2025) - LINE Yahoo Partner Program "Sales Partner" "Premier" (H2 FY2024) - LINE Yahoo Partner Program "CX Partner" - LINE Yahoo Partner Program "Sales Partner" "Premier" (H1 FY2024)

*Certifications are awarded in "Sales Partner (Certified Partner, Store Promotion Partner, Ads Operation Badge, Ads Policy Badge)," "Technology Partner," "Network Partner (Display Ad Network Partner, Search Ad Network Partner)," "Adtech Partner," and "Industry Solution Partner."

<Company Overview>

Hakuhodo DY ONE Inc. https://www.hakuhodody-one.co.jp Hakuhodo DY ONE leverages its digital advertising knowledge and expertise cultivated since the dawn of internet advertising to provide integrated digital marketing services. Its strengths include marketing strategy planning capabilities, creativity, advanced operational capabilities and technology development capabilities, and strong relationships with media companies and platformers.