The Chugoku Electric Power Co., Inc. engages in the generation, transmission and distribution of electric power. It operates through the following segments: Electric Power, Comprehensive Energy Supply, Information Systems and Telecommunications, and Others. The Electric Power segment provides electricity in the Chugoku region. The Comprehensive Energy Supply segment offers natural gas supply such as fuel, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and coal. The Information Systems and Telecommunications segment provides Internet connection, telephone, and broadcasting services, as well as Ethernet telecommunications network services for corporate customers. The Others segment includes environmental harmony creation, business and lifestyle support, and electric power business support services. The company was founded on May 1, 1951 and is headquartered in Hiroshima, Japan.