Naoyuki Kataoka, from Japan's Best to the World - Commemorative "Sato no Gohan for 10 Years" Presentation Ceremony Held

Professional golfer Naoyuki Kataoka, who has had a sponsorship agreement with Sato Foods Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "the Company") since 2021, will participate in two major overseas tournaments, including the Masters Golf Tournament, starting in April 2026. Kataoka won the Japan Open Golf Championship in 2025, and with this achievement, he secured the right to participate in the Masters Golf Tournament and The Open Championship, the world's highest stages. The Company has always supported Kataoka's challenges, and we are very proud that he is now challenging the world stage after winning the title of Japan's best. Additionally, a presentation ceremony was recently held at the Company to commemorate his victory in the Japan Open Golf Championship. During the ceremony, the Company presented "Sato no Gohan Niigata Koshihikari for 10 years" to Kataoka, cheering him on for further success. The Company will continue to support Kataoka's challenges as a whole. ■ Naoyuki Kataoka: Date of Birth: December 28, 1997. Company Contract: 2021~. A professional golfer from Hokkaido. After turning professional via Tohoku Fukushi University, he won his first championship in 2021 at the "JAPAN PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP by Sato Foods". He achieved his second victory in 2025 at the "Japan Open Championship 2025" held at Nikko Country Club in Tochigi Prefecture. This year marks his fifth year under contract with Sato Foods. That's all.