Power of Attorney for Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd.

This filing details a Power of Attorney granted by Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. to Yuki Takemura, Yoshihiro Hiraga, and Hiroki Okano. This authorization allows the appointed individuals to act as attorneys-in-fact for Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. in executing various forms and schedules related to securities regulations, including Forms 3, 4, and 5 under Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act, Section 13(d) and 13(g) filings, Section 13(f) and 13(h) filings, and Form N-PX. The attorneys-in-fact are empowered to complete, execute, and file these documents with the SEC and relevant authorities, as well as to take any other necessary actions for the benefit of the company. The Power of Attorney remains effective until Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. no longer beneficially owns securities of Aflac Inc., or until earlier revoked in writing. Nobuyasu Kato, an authorized signatory, executed this Power of Attorney on May 8, 2026.