I wanted to put a clear end to the matter.

Our cameras have been the pillar that shouldered all of our branding efforts, but in order to secure future growth we realize we have to bring the curtain down on the business.

Getting rich doesn't mean you will receive a special bonus and your days will become 25 hours long instead of 24.

It's like our dream coming true finally.

Final negotiations are still under way, but Sato will probably drive in the team's number one car.

A deal like this could eliminate a big swing factor and make its earnings structure more stable. I could also make it easier for Sanyo to sell batteries, which is what I would like to see the company do -- focus more on its devices business.