Variable Annuity "Life Invest" Series Surpasses 600,000 Policies Sold

MetLife Insurance K.K. (Representative Executive Chairman, President, and CEO: Dirk Ostijn) is pleased to announce that the cumulative number of policies sold for its variable annuity "Life Invest" series surpassed 600,000 in April 2026.

The "Life Invest" series* is comprised of four product lineups and has been supported by customers considering various preparations for the future.

Furthermore, a survey conducted by our company in April 2026 targeting the general public revealed the following results regarding interest in asset building and the underlying concerns:

70.2% of individuals expressed interest in managing or holding financial assets. (n=2,000)

The primary reasons cited by those interested in asset building were: "Concern about living expenses due to insufficient public pensions (National Pension/Employees' Pension) in the future" (43.2%), "Low interest rates on bank deposits and savings, leading to no growth in funds" (39.2%), and "Concerns about the diminishing value of cash and deposits due to price increases (inflation)" (37.2%). (Multiple responses allowed, n=1,404)

We asked about products that allow for "asset building for the future" while leveraging the structure of insurance (n=2,000). Among the 1,404 respondents interested in asset building, 53.7% showed interest.

On the other hand, concerns regarding future asset building included: "Anxiety about not being able to secure sufficient funds for old age" (25.9%), "Financial burden due to illness or injury" (23.3%), and "Anxiety about insufficient living expenses in the near future" (23.0%). (Multiple responses allowed, n=2,000)

MetLife Insurance K.K. aims to be a reliable partner that customers can always count on, supporting them from everyday health to asset building, in addition to providing coverage for unforeseen events. Based on these survey results, we will continue to provide products and services that meet societal needs and fulfill our ongoing responsibility towards our customers' more secure futures.

*The Life Invest series refers to the four products: "Life Invest" [Official Name: Variable Annuity (Term Certain 2020)], "Life Invest Plus" [Official Name: Variable Annuity with Benefits for Three Major Diseases (Term Certain)], "Life Invest Advance" [Official Name: Variable Annuity with Period of Disaster Coverage (Term Certain)], and "Life Invest Next" [Official Name: Variable Annuity (2025)].

Product Overview

"Life Invest," "Life Invest Plus," "Life Invest Advance," "Life Invest Next"

*For details on the products, please be sure to review the "Important Matters When Contracting (Contract Outline and Warning Information)," "Contract Guide/Terms and Conditions," and "Special Account Guide."

*Please click here to review expenses and risks.

"Life Invest," "Life Invest Plus," "Life Invest Advance," "Life Invest Next"

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About MetLife Japan

MetLife Japan, as the first foreign-affiliated life insurance company in Japan, began operations in 1973. Currently, as the Japanese subsidiary of MetLife, Inc., a leading global life insurance group, we are dedicated to supporting our customers in choosing optimal coverage. Through diverse sales channels, we strive to offer innovative products that address a wide range of risks for individual and corporate customers. www.metlife.co.jp

<Survey Results Summary>

Interest in Managing and Holding Financial Assets (n=2,000)

70.2% of individuals expressed interest in managing or holding financial assets (total of "Very Interested" and "Somewhat Interested").

Reasons for Interest in Asset Building (n=1,404)

When asked about the reasons for their interest in asset building, the highest response was "Concern about living expenses due to insufficient public pensions (National Pension/Employees' Pension) in the future" (43.2%), followed by "Low interest rates on bank deposits and savings, leading to no growth in funds" (39.2%), and "Concerns about the diminishing value of cash and deposits due to price increases (inflation)" (37.2%).

Interest in Asset Building Using Insurance Among Those Interested in Future Asset Building

We asked about products that allow for "asset building for the future" while leveraging the structure of insurance (n=2,000). Among the 1,404 respondents who expressed interest in asset building in the previous question, 53.7% showed interest (total of "Very Interested" and "Somewhat Interested") in products that enable "asset building for the future" by utilizing insurance mechanisms.

Concerns Regarding Future Asset Building (n=2,000)

On the other hand, concerns regarding future asset building included: "Anxiety about not being able to secure sufficient funds for old age" (25.9%) as the highest response, followed by "Financial burden due to illness or injury" (23.3%), and "Anxiety about insufficient living expenses in the near future" (23.0%).

Survey Overview

Target Audience: Respondents aged 20-59

Survey Method: Internet Survey

Number of Samples: 2,000

Survey Period: April 10, 2026 (Fri) - April 13, 2026 (Mon)

H2606-0015 (Created June 2026)