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Epson is using its original efficient, compact, and precision technologies and initiatives to drive innovations that will enrich the world and help make it a better place. We have aligned our goals to the sustainable development goals adopted by the United Nations.
Epson is creating new value by looking hard at solutions to social issues, understanding the expectations of society, and then providing products and services that far exceed those expectations. We at Epson are committed to the development of a sustainable society through the four areas of innovation identified in the Epson 25 Corporate Vision.

Philip Morris Japan Limited (PMJ) is the Japanese subsidiary of Philip Morris International, the leading international tobacco company with presence worldwide excluding the United States. PMJ has grown steadily since initiating operations in Japan in 1985. Today, the company is the second largest tobacco company in Japan with approximately 1,900 employees nationwide and a 34% share of Japan’s tobacco market(FY 2018). Under its corporate vision to “lead the way toward a smoke-free Japan,” the company is committed to promote heat-not-burn product, IQOS, which has “the potential to reduce individual risk and population harm in comparison to smoking cigarettes.”

Kao’ｓmission is to strive for the wholehearted satisfaction and enrichment of the lives of people globally, and contribute to the sustainability of the world. As we face rapid changes in society and the natural environment, Kao will integrate ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) perspectives into our business to help us meet the needs and desires of the people to live more sustainably. We put our imagination and innovation to the task of enriching lives that will lead to living a beautiful life, inside and out — the Kirei Lifestyle.

Nissan has formulated a sustainability strategy, called Nissan Sustainability 2022 and seeks to contribute to sustainable social development through all its global activities. As a leading global automaker, we are committed to all of our stakeholders-including customers, shareholders, employees and the communities where we do business-to deliver engaging, valuable and sustainable mobility for all.

At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 276,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, advisory and tax services.
PwC Japan Group consolidates expertise of assurance, consulting, deal advisory, tax and legal services as well as enhances its structure in order to cooperate organically. As a professional service network with a total number of about 8,100 partners and staff, PwC Japan Group provides quality client services to meet their needs and expectations.

Suntory Group’s Mission “To create harmony with people and nature” is outlined in our corporate philosophy. This mission is the unchanging foundation of the Suntory Group that contributes to crating more affluent lifestyles while simultaneously realizing constant harmony with society and the beautiful global environment by delivering the highest quality products and services to customers around the world. We will always strive for further innovation with the goal of becoming a “Growing for Good” company that realizes a sustainable and vibrant society while continually creating new value.

Shiseido promotes “BEAUTY INNOVATIONS FOR A BETTER WORLD” as its mission. To fulfill this mission, we strive to solve various social issues through our beauty business, while pursuing corporate growth, aiming to create a society that is sustainable and filled with hope. Thus, since establishment, we have been consistently endeavoring to create social value. The company name is derived from a phrase included in I Ching (known as Classic of Changes), Chinese classical literature, and represents our heartfelt respect for our planet and society as well as commitment to discovering and creating new value.

Daiwa Securities Group capture SDGs adopted by the United Nations in 2015 as overarching goals to lead the world. Through our group business, we will work positively for realization of an abundant society and life of the people by pursuit of companies’ economic values and solution of social challenge at the same time.
Under our unity within the group, we provide a broad range of services to various clients.
We believe that our role is not only to maintain and develop a fair and dynamic financial market, but also to incorporate a social perspective in finance in order to contribute to building a sustainable society.

JAL Group regards maintaining safety operation, which is our foundation, as a major premise, aims to hand the better society to future generations, and strive to deliver sustainable society by addressing various social issues, as well as meeting the expectations by the society, through the air transport services, which is our core business as a wing of Japan.

The Bridgestone Corporation is the world’s largest tire and rubber company. In addition to tires for use in a wide variety of applications, it also manufactures a broad range of diversified products, which include industrial rubber and chemical products and sporting goods. Its products are sold in over 150 nations and territories around the world.

Our philosophy in the Benesse Group is to help everyone attain well-being by always being there with the tools and support that build their motivation and empower them to solve problems at every stage of their lives. This philosophy is the fundamental basis for all of our business activities. With the lineup of services that we offer in each of our business segments that support people throughout their lives, including education and nursing care, we aim to fuel dreams and aspirations for everyone while playing a pivotal role in helping to achieve them.

Since its founding as a telecommunications construction company in 1953, the NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation (NESIC) Group has expanded its business fields in tune with changes in the times and technologies. Today, NESIC creates various communications systems and services integrating various equipment, software, networks, and services, as well as brand new cutting-edge/venture technologies for its diverse base of customers, such as companies, telecom carriers, governments, and social infrastructure providers. Furthermore, the Company is a comprehensive provider of operating and monitoring, maintenance, and outsourcing services.

In its Medium-Term Strategy 2020 “”beyond declaration””, NTT DOCOMO promotes initiatives for regional revitalization that aim to achieve growth and a prosperous society in Japan by solving social issues through “”co-creation”” with partners.
By taking advantage of our company ‘s “”Mobile ICT”” we aim to create a sustainable local community through various means including 5G, AI, big data, IoT, drones and automated driving.

Epson Sales Japan has developed a strong relationship with paper through its printers and other products.
Paper is an essential communications tool even now.
This tool must be sustainable for people.
We provide the PaperLab which turns used paper into new paper in-house and contributes toward a sustainable society with a small paper cycle, then are now envisioning new forms of communication in the future.

The Okamura Corporation had its beginnings in 1945, based in the town of Okamura in Yokohama. Since its founding, Okamura has provided high‐quality products and services for offices, education, healthcare, R&D, commercial facilities and distribution centers.
Okamura’s strength lies in its extensive knowledge and technical expertise in many fields, the foundation of creating comfortable spaces for customers worldwide.
We pledged to further enhance our corporate value in line with Okamura’s mission: “We serve society by creating environments for dynamic interaction through innovative ideas and proven quality.”

The JTB Group works hand in hand with underdeveloped localities across Japan to address real-world challenges and foster regional revitalization through creative, multi-pronged solutions that integrate tourism, logistics and merchandising.

At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 276,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, advisory and tax services.
PwC Japan Group consolidates expertise of assurance, consulting, deal advisory, tax and legal services as well as enhances its structure in order to cooperate organically. As a professional service network with a total number of about 8,100 partners and staff, PwC Japan Group provides quality client services to meet their needs and expectations.

LIFULL Regional Revitalization is re-purposing vacant homes in Japan to provide new lifestyles.
As the population of Japan decreases, the number of vacant homes is dramatically increasing.
This is especially true in areas outside of metropolitan centers.
In response, we are compiling vacant property information online, offering financial support for projects related to vacant homes, planning revitalization projects, and training and matching qualified individuals with jobs in this field. These four points are interconnected and create a powerful cycle leading toward the revitalization of rural areas.

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