Notice of Share Repurchase and Program Completion

TOKYO, January 11, 2013 - Ajinomoto Co., Inc. (Ajinomoto Co.) announced today that it has executed a resolution of the board of directors from a meeting on May 8, 2012 concerning repurchase of shares based on Article 156 of the Corporation Law as applied pursuant to Article 165-3 of the same law, as outlined below.   Ajinomoto Co. also announced that with this purchase, it has completed the share repurchase program based on the resolution of the board of directors meeting on May 8, 2012. About Ajinomoto Co. Ajinomoto Co. is a global manufacturer of high-quality seasonings, processed foods, beverages, amino acids, pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals. For many decades Ajinomoto Co. has contributed to food culture and human health through wide-ranging application of amino acid technologies. Today, the company is becoming increasingly involved with solutions for improved food resources, human health and global sustainability. Founded in 1909 and now operating in 26 countries, Ajinomoto Co. had net sales of JPY 1,197.3 billion (USD 15.1 billion) in fiscal 2011. For more about Ajinomoto Co., (TYO: 2802), visit www.ajinomoto.com.   For further information, please contact: Ajinomoto Co., Inc. Public Communications Department; pr_info@ajinomoto.com

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