[First in approx. 30 years] National Fire Hydrant Sign Association Holds 55th Anniversary Ceremony; Sosaku Mouri, President of Fire Hydrant Sign Co., Ltd., Attends as Chairman

## National Fire Hydrant Sign Association 55th Anniversary Ceremony

Sosaku Mouri, Representative Director of Fire Hydrant Sign Co., Ltd. and Chairman of the National Fire Hydrant Sign Association, attended the association's 55th-anniversary ceremony held on May 14, 2026, in his capacity as Chairman. The event welcomed Tokyo Fire Department Commissioner Hirozo Ichikawa as a guest of honor and featured awards and letters of appreciation for contributors, outstanding employees, and supporting member companies, reaffirming the organization's contributions to regional disaster prevention through the installation and maintenance of fire hydrant signs over the past half-century.

### Ceremony Overview
- Date/Time: Thursday, May 14, 2026, 16:30 opening
- Venue: Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo (Sumida-ku, Tokyo)
- Organizer: National Fire Hydrant Sign Association
- Guest: Hirozo Ichikawa, Tokyo Fire Department Commissioner
- Content: Chairman's remarks, guest congratulatory speech, awards ceremony

### About the National Fire Hydrant Sign Association
The National Fire Hydrant Sign Association is an industry body composed of fire hydrant sign operators nationwide. Fire hydrant signs are essential facilities that mark the locations of water sources, supporting rapid fire response. Approximately 120,000 signs are installed across Japan. The association has played a vital role in regional disaster prevention for over 50 years through the installation and maintenance of these signs by member companies.

This ceremony is the first since the 25th anniversary in 1996, marking a gap of about 30 years. Although originally planned for the 50th anniversary, it was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Amid changing business environments, including sign aging, landscape harmony, and advertising diversification, the association continues to support member cooperation.

### Summary of Congratulatory Speech by Tokyo Fire Department Commissioner Hirozo Ichikawa
Fire hydrant signs are crucial for fire activities, as they not only accelerate fire response but also prevent illegal parking. With disasters becoming more diverse, the importance of proper maintenance is increasing. The association's activities are a great support to fire authorities, and continued close cooperation is requested for regional safety.

### Summary of Chairman Sosaku Mouri's Address
We are grateful for this first ceremony in 30 years. Fire hydrant signs play a critical role in fire response. While addressing aging signs and landscape compatibility, new initiatives, such as co-locating wireless base stations alongside signs due to advancements in communication technology, are expanding the role of these facilities.

### Awards and Appreciation
The ceremony included awards for long-term contributors, 13 outstanding employees nationwide, and supporting member companies.

[Contributors Awards]
- Fire Hydrant Sign Co., Ltd.: Izumi Nagayoshi, Naoyuki Sakurai
- Nagasaki Prefectural Fire Hydrant Sign Co., Ltd.: Yutaka Kiyono