Hearst Fujingaho Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Nicolas Froquet) is pleased to announce that Yu Sekiguchi will assume the position of new editor-in-chief of "Richesse" effective July 1, 2026. Sekiguchi has served as editor-in-chief of "Richesse Digital" for the past two years, deeply involved in the overall operation and content creation of the brand, including the magazine. Moving forward, he will oversee the editorial direction of both the magazine "Richesse" and "Richesse Digital," driving the brand's development. Yu Sekiguchi, New Editor-in-Chief of Richesse / Photo: fumitoshibasaki Since its launch in 2012, "Richesse" has evolved into a media outlet that intrinsically conveys the value and context behind luxury brands, while building a deep relationship of trust with Japan's leading affluent readers. With its high-quality content based on unique affluent insights, a strong network of authorities in various fields, and a high level of dignity and reliability supported by brands, it has established a unique position in the luxury media market. Currently, it is expanding its touchpoints with the next generation of affluent individuals not only through the magazine but also via digital platforms, social media, and video. Going beyond the boundaries of media, it aims to build multifaceted touchpoints with the affluent by utilizing diverse channels, including events, based on data, community, and content. ■ A Message from New Editor-in-Chief Yu Sekiguchi Towards a New Horizon of Luxury: The High Context of Sophistication Woven by Richesse Fourteen years ago, "Richesse" was born with the concept of "richness" at a time when the world was undergoing significant transformations. Since then, the wealthy nations of the world have changed, the faces of the affluent have become new, and the definition of "richness" we seek has also undergone dramatic changes. Today, true luxury is not about ostentatious ownership. Understanding and internalizing the i