Sustainability

Management Structure

Promotion Structure

Takara Group has established the Takara Group Sustainability Promotion Committee chaired by the Representative Director and President of Takara Holdings under the supervision of the Board of Directors. Based on the decisions made by this committee, the Executive Office of Sustainability Promotion Committee establishes and implements specific activities for each Group company.

Promotion Structure

Ten Important Issues (Materiality)

Materiality Formulation Process

Takara Group formulated the Takara Group Sustainability Policy based on the recognition that it is necessary to take greater initiatives to resolve various social issues if we are to continue to achieve the creation of social value through business activities into the future.
The Takara Group Sustainability Policy takes up ten important issues (materiality), including “safety and reliability,” from among the social issues surrounding the Group, and lays out initiative policies for each one, taking into account the expectations of stakeholders and the impact on the Group’s business.

Promotion Structure

Initiative themes and Specific Initiatives(Takara Group Sustainability Vision)

In June 16 2021, Takara Group established the Takara Group Sustainability Vision, which set specific medium- to long-term goals based on the Takara Group Sustainability Policy.

Initiative themes Initiative themes Specific measures Targets Related SDGs
Safety and reliability (1) Ensuring safe and reliable quality at Takara Shuzo Maintain safety management system (FSSC22000 at six plants in Japan)

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Maintain FSSC22000 at all six plants* in Japan.

(*Matsudo, Kusu, Fushimi, Shirakabegura, Kurokabegura, and Shimabara)

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Creating safe products at Takara Shuzo

- Examine compliance with laws, regulations, and voluntary standards at the design stage

- Stable procurement of raw materials whose safety has been confirmed

- Maintain manufacturing lines that ensure safe and reliable quality

[ Takara Shuzo ]

- Ensure to check the safety quality in each of product design, raw material procurement, and production phases, thereby further enhancing the quality control system.

- Maintain a completion rate of 100% for the auditing and quality control assessment of new outsourcing contractors and raw material suppliers.

- Maintain a completion rate of 100% for checking the safety of raw materials with warranties.

Pursue customer satisfaction (ISO10002)

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Improve the process of handling complaints and increase the knowledge of departments handling them.

a. The Quality Control Department provides training sessions at least once a year to improve the knowledge of Customer Contact Office staff members.

b. Test the degree of understanding the manual on customer visits in order to improve the quality of responding to customers at the time of vising them. (Achieved a test completion rate of 100%)

(2) Ensuring safe and reliable quality at Takara Bio Group Maintain the quality management system (ISO9001, etc.) at Takara Bio Group

[ Takara Bio ]

- Maintain ISO certifications obtained by business offices and strive to increase quality and customer satisfaction. Expand the scope of areas to obtain ISO certifications where necessary.

- Maintain licenses, registrations, and the like necessary for operating business.

Comply with and maintain various quality, manufacturing, and safety standards, including GMP/GCTP (*1), and third-party certification systems
Appropriately disclose product information

[ Takara Bio ]

Provide information on safety data sheet*² (SDS) of Takara Bio products (reagents) in various languages (Japanese, English, Chinese) by FY2025.

(3) Ensuring safe and reliable quality at Takara Shuzo International Group

Efforts toward the establishment of a global quality assurance system

- Understand information on overseas food safety laws and regulations and comply with them

- Promote the obtainment of certifications on food safety by overseas group companies.

[ Takara Shuzo International ]

- Maintain a 100% rate of compliance with food laws and regulations in export destination countries.

- Conduct quality audits on overseas group companies by FY2025, and take appropriate corrective measures if any quality risk factors are found.

Wellness (1) Support for the development of global life science research Provide extensive support for the development of life science research and industry

[ Takara Bio ]

Toward the stable supply of products, support the development of life science research globally by establishing production facilities for major sites in Japan, China, the U.S., Europe and other regions for optimization.

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Contribute to the life science community

[ Takara Bio ]

- Spread biotechnology covering from basics to the latest technologies by holding seminars and workshops.

- Drive commercialization of academia seeds through open innovation.

- Strive to promote the understanding of biotechnology by society.

(2) Application of genetic analysis technology to testing and diagnostics Supply testing and diagnostic kits for viruses, etc.

[ Takara Bio ]

In addition to products to test for pandemic viruses, expand the scope of application by developing glocal products that combine the characteristics and demand of regions across the globe.

(3) Social implementation of gene therapies Gene therapy technology development to fulfill unmet medical needs

[ Takara Bio ]

- Apply for sales and manufacturing permission for Takara-developed TBI-1301, and socially implement.

- Drive the business of supporting the development and manufacturing of regenerative medical products (CDMO business).

(4) Supply of health- conscious products Development of products with no or low carbs

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Develop products with features of containing no or low carbs to cater to the needs of customers without affecting the taste, satisfaction, and effects on cooking.

Appeal of salt-free cooking liquor

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Raise the recognition of the salt-free feature of cooking sake to 35% by 2030.

Offer organic foods, etc.

[ Takara Shuzo International ]

Expand the lineup of organic and vegan products to 1,569 items by FY2025 (up by 300 items from March 2021).

Develop food-allergy- conscious products

[ Takara Shuzo International ]

Expand the lineup of gluten-free and other food-allergy-conscious products to 1,640 items by FY2025 (up by 150 items from March 2021).

Responsible Alcohol Producer (1) Spreading awareness on the appropriate consumption of alcohol Educational efforts using our website and pamphlets

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Awareness on the appropriate consumption of alcohol (prohibiting drinking by minors under 20 years old, preventing drunk driving, etc.) by 20% in FY2022 vs FY2020 and by 50% in FY2025 vs FY2020.

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Awareness programs for employees

[ Entire Group ]

- Raise the awareness of the entire Group employees on the appropriate consumption of alcohol.

- Maintain our completion rate of 100% for e-learning and other educational programs on the appropriate consumption of alcohol by all employees of all Domestic Group Companies*³.

(2) Implementation of responsible marketing Implement responsible advertising

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Maintain the status of having no cases of violating the voluntary standards on advertisements.

Conscientious product labeling

[ Takara Shuzo ]

- Disclose the amount of alcohol contained for major products on the website. Display the amount of alcohol contained on packages of all consumer products sold in Japan, except for alcohol-based seasoning, by fiscal year 2025. Complete disclosure for RTD products during FY2023.

- Display, in addition to the prohibition of underage drinking, warnings about the risk of drinking for expectant and nursing mothers, and warnings to raise awareness on the appropriate consumption of alcohol on all consumer products, except for alcohol-based seasoning, by fiscal year 2025.

(3) Respect for global guidelines Respecting WHO’s global strategy on alcohol

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Express support for the global strategy on alcohol of the World Health Organization (WHO) and disseminate its content to, and ensure the understanding of it by, employees.

(4) Participation in external initiatives Participation in dissemination and awareness raising programs on appropriate drinking practices by public interest corporations and other organizations.

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Proactively participate in activities to raise awareness on appropriate drinking practices conducted by the Health and Medicine of Alcohol Association and the Advertising Review Board of Alcoholic Beverages, as a planning committee member and a working member.

Environment (1) Response to climate change issues Reduction of CO2 emissions

FY2030

[ Takara Shuzo / Takara Shuzo International ]

- Reduce CO2 emissions at production sites by 46% compared with FY2018.

[Takara Bio ]

- Reduce CO2 emission intensity (CO2 emissions per net sales) by 50% compared with FY2018.

[Takara Shuzo (Distribution) ]

- Reduce CO2 emission intensity (CO2 emissions per shipping volume) from shipping Takara Shuzo products by 10% compared with FY2018.

FY2050

[ Entire Group ]

- Achieve net zero CO2 emissions in the Takara Group on a consolidated basis.

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(2) Appropriate water usage Water usage that considers local characteristics

[ Takara Shuzo ]

- Reduce units of water usage (water usage per production volume) of Takara Shuzo by 15% compared with FY2017 by FY2025.

- Continue initiatives to protect water sources and conserve wastewater.

(3) Limiting waste generation Reduce plant waste volume and promote recycling

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Continue reusing 98% or more of waste generated in Takara Shuzo’s production processes.

Initiatives to reduce food loss

[ Takara Shuzo ]

- Improve the effective use rate of raw materials such as scarce Japan-produced fruits.

- Drive efforts to increase the life of Takara products and the processed foods that use them.

(4) Response to environmentally conscious product packages and packaging Develop environmentally conscious products

[ Takara Shuzo ]

- Continue selling products by weight.

- Facilitate the introduction of sustainable containers and packaging that consider the 3Rs, and achieve 100% adoption by FY2050.

- Facilitate the use of paper with forest protection certification in paper carton products, and achieve 100% adoption by FY2030.

- Facilitate the use of biomass ink in paper and plastic labels, and achieve 100% usage by FY2025.

[ Takara Shuzo International ]

- Maintain the development of and transition to products with reduced plastic volume in accordance with laws and regulations of foreign countries.

[ Takara Bio ]

- Facilitate the use of paper with forest protection certification in paper carton products, and achieve 100% adoption by FY2025.

- Facilitate the use of aluminum-free packages in one-sided aluminum pouches, and achieve 100% adoption by FY2025.

- Facilitate the use of vegetable oil-based ink in paper packages, and achieve 100% usage by FY2025.

Free distribution of booklets to raise awareness on recycling

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Continue distributing free to those who are interested.

(5) Preservation of ecosystems and biodiversity Assistance for activities and research protecting ecosystems and biodiversity

[ TAKARA HOLDINGS INC. ]

- Continue assistance through the Takara Harmonist Fund.

[ TAKARA HOLDINGS INC. / Takara Shuzo ]

- Continue activities at business sites that contribute to local communities.

Governance (1) Promotion of corporate governance

Establish an optimum corporate governance structure

- Directors and Board of Directors

- Audit & Supervisory Board Members and Audit & Supervisory Board

- Appointment of independent officers

- Officer compensation

[ TAKARA HOLDINGS INC. ]

Maintain a proper corporate governance structure to achieve sustainable growth for the Group and improve corporate value over the mid- to long-term.

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Consider optimum corporate governance
(2) Promotion of compliance Reinforce the compliance promotion structure

[ Entire Group ]

Entire Group ensures that every officer and employee acts in accordance with the Group Compliance Action Guidelines, and promote compliance throughout the entire Group, including overseas locations, to realize the corporate philosophy.

- Distribute the Group Compliance Action Guidelines to all employees, which consists of action guidelines relating to laws and social ethics that every member of the Takara Group must comply with, and ensure compliance with said guidelines.

- Regularly hold Risk Compliance Committee meetings. (Twice per year as a rule)

- Improve awareness of officers and employees on compliance by holding training sessions in accordance with their position. (Once per year as a rule)

- Carry out on-the-job training on key themes related to compliance. (Four times per year as a rule)

- Properly operate the whistleblowing system, and respond quickly and appropriately to whistleblowing reports to prevent the occurrence and recurrence of legal violations and misconduct.

Implement compliance education
Appropriately operate the whistleblowing system
(2) Reinforcement of the risk management structure Promote risk management (normal risk management)

[ Entire Group ]

Work to prevent the materialization of risks and to mitigate risks surrounding companies inside and outside of Japan, and establish a system enabling quick and appropriate response in a disaster or other emergency.

- Monitor the state of risk management of each company and business site through measures such as workplace inspection reports, risk compliance checklists, and employee interviews to help reduces risks and prevent their materialization. (Once per year as a rule)

- Regularly hold various drills (e.g. confirming safety, fire-fighting, AED usage). (Once per year as a rule)

Promote crisis management (emergency risk management)
Well-Balanced Diet (1) Providing the richness of food to people throughout the world through the Japanese alcoholic beverage and Japanese food

Conveying and providing the appeal and new value of the Japanese alcoholic beverage:

- Hold food and beverage tasting events

- Market development through innovative products

- Disseminate information with websites and social media

- Spread the appeal and value of the Japanese alcoholic beverage overseas

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Shochu:

Continue the “Energize Japan with Lemon Sour!” Project and raise awareness of “lemon sour,” a uniquely Japanese alcoholic beverage, made from shochu, lemon, and soda.
Target: Continue holding experiential drinking and eating events (including online events) such as the Lemon Sour Festival and offering programs to support eating and drinking establishments.

Sake:

Spread information on the appeal of sake with a focus on sparkling sake like Mio among young people who are unfamiliar with sake.
Target: Launch official pages on social media sites such as YouTube with a focus on Mio, and aim for a total of 300,000 or more followers by FY2025.

[ Takara Shuzo International ]

Develop 10 exclusive overseas products and overseas business company products by FY2025.

Expand to 100 export countries for JTAB (Japanese Traditional Alcoholic Beverages) by FY2030.

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Conveying and providing the appeal and new value of Japanese food:

- Hold events such as cooking labs and seminars on seasoning in collaboration with sellers

- Participation in external initiatives

- Disseminate recipes featuring Hon-mirin and cooking sake

- Spread Japanese food culture overseas

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Continue holding the Takara Hon-mirin Recipe Contest and the Japanese Cuisine Taught by Famous Chefs Course, co-hosted with the NPO Japanese Culinary Academy, to develop new demand for and spread the appeal of Japanese food made with Hon-mirin and cooking sake.
Target: Continue holding the Takara Hon-mirin Recipe Contest and the Japanese Cuisine Taught by Kyoto’s Top Chefs Course.
Target: Post at least 1000 recipes online by FY2030.

[ Takara Shuzo International ]

- Set up shops at exhibitions held around the world and disseminate information to further spread Japanese food overseas.

- Continue training chefs who specialize in sushi and Japanese cuisine at Mutual Trading Japanese culinary schools.

(2) Creating communication through sake and providing a social lubricant

Disseminate information about the enjoyment of sake and sake culture

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Achieve a total of at least 200,000 followers on Takara Shuzo’s official Facebook page by FY2025.

Human Resources (1) Fostering human resources Implement measures to foster human resources who will be responsible for the next generation

[ Entire Group ]

Use executive candidate development training and next-generational leadership development training, etc., to foster human resources who can be responsible for the next generation of the Group.

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Foster human resources who will achieve global business growth (global human resources)

[ Entire Group ]

Develop human resources capable of taking charge of global business growth by acquiring human resources through continuous career recruitment and job rotation, including the assignment of young employees to the Takara Shuzo International Group and overseas postings.

              
Foster human resources using Takara Holdings Corporate History Museum, our training facility

[ Entire Group ]

In order to share the Takara Five Values, common values across the group, continue holding the Takara Holdings Corporate History Observational Training Program for all Takara Group employees.

(2) Promoting the active involvement of diverse human resources Promoting the active involvement of female employees

[ Entire Group ]

- Increase the number of women in management positions.
In Japan we will continue carrying out initiatives in accordance with our Female Participation Promotion Act action plan*. Three companies—Takara Holdings, Takara Shuzo, and Takara Shuzo International—will appoint at least 50 women to manager and assistant manager positions (which includes through mid-career hiring) from FY2021 to the end of FY2030 (a 128% or above increase from the 39 women in managerial positions as of April 1, 2021).

- Provide job opportunities for people up to 70 years old through post-retirement reemployment.

- Maintain a percentage of employees with disabilities equal to or more than the statutory required employment rate in Japan.

- Utilize more mid-career hiring to acquire a more diverse workforce.

*Source: Main targets in the Female Participation Promotion Act action plan from our major companies

[ Takara Holdings, Takara Shuzo, Takara Shuzo International ]

- Percentage of women among new-hire recruits in administrative and technology roles:40%+

- Percentage of women managers (by the end of FY2025):10%+

[ Takara Bio ]

- Percentage of women returning to work after maternity leave (1 year)(early return to work):50%

Promote the active involvement of senior human resources
Promote the hiring of people with disabilities
(3) Achieving a comfortable workplace environment and a work-life balance Ensure workplace safety and sanitation

[ Entire Group ]

- Reduce total working hours compared with FY2020 results. (Domestic Group Companies*3)

- Increase the percentage of paid leave taken (no. of days taken) compared with FY2020 results. (Domestic Group Companies)

- Maintain a 100% reinstatement rate for employees who take childcare leave. (Domestic Group Companies)

- Facilitate effective use of work-from-home system.

Comply with labor-related laws and regulations
Prevent long working hours
Promote diverse working styles
Procurement (1) Collaboration with suppliers Request guideline compliance from suppliers

[ Takara Shuzo ]

Conduct business with suppliers who have declared understanding and compliance with the procurement guidelines by FY2023.

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Human Rights (1) Respect for human rights Conduct human rights education at new employee training and rank-specific training sessions

[ Entire Group ]

Respect the diversity (e.g., gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability), personality, and individuality of people in accordance with the Takara Group Human Rights Policy, and maintain a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace environment.

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Understanding and respect for multiple cultures (multinational cultures)
Recruitment activities without discrimination
Initiatives to prevent harassment
Protect personal information and privacy
(2) Initiatives ensuring due diligence to human rights Implement a human rights due diligence process

[ Entire Group ]

Based on a human rights due diligence process carried out primarily by a cross-organizational working team, implement a series of initiatives identifying and evaluating risks to human rights, preventing and reducing negative effects, and tracking and disclosing the results of our initiatives.

Community (1) Education for children Hold events for the purpose of environmental education and food education, and conduct on-site classes at local elementary schools

[ Takara Shuzo ]

- Continue offering Takara Shuzo Farm School.

- Continue offering Takara Shuzo Eco-School.

[ Takara Bio ]

- Continue offering visiting lectures and lessons for nearby educational institutions.

(Continue to give lectures on topics such as gene therapy and regenerative medicine, and deliver presentations on experiences with activities to design career plans.)

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(2) Contribution to the promotion of local communities and culture Participate in local cleaning activities and support local communities

[ Entire Group ]

Continue to participate in and cooperate with activities such as participation in cleaning activities as volunteers throughout Japan and sponsorships at local events.

(3) Promotion of local economies Continually foster community- based products

[ Takara Shuzo ]

- Continue Takara CRAFT, which uses the precious gifts of the local natural environment and connects agricultural producers with consumers, and developing and nurturing products only available in specific regions that are tailored to local tastes.

- Annually hold 20 activities supporting local fruit farming (harvest support/fundraising, etc.) by FY2030.

Develop local economies by effectively utilizing untapped resources

[ Takara Shuzo ]

- Develop 10 upcycled products by FY2030.

(4) Support after large-scale disasters Provide donations, supply water, and carry out volunteer activities in disaster-stricken areas

[ Entire Group ]

Provide aid as quickly as possible in response to requests from local governments

through efforts such as carrying out volunteer activities with a focus on supplying water.

  • *1 GMP:Good Manufacturing Practice, GCTP:Good Gene, Cellular, and Tissue based Products Manufacturing Practice
  • *2 SDS:Safety Data Sheet (safety data sheets for chemical substances)
  • *3 Domestic Group Companies: Takara Holdings, Takara Shuzo, Takara Shuzo International, Takara Bio, Kawahigashi Shoji, Total Management Business, Takara Butsuryu System, TB, Takara Bussan, Luc Corporation, Tokyo Mutual Trading, Takara Supply Communications (Former Taihei Printing, and Former Takara Yoki)

Quantitative Targets and Results(Takara Group Sustainability Vision)

Initiative themes Targets indicators Target figures [intended organizations*] Status of Activities in FY2023
Safety and Reliability 【Takara Shuzo】FSSC22000 certification at all six plants in Japan Maintain certification Maintain FSSC22000 certification at all six plants
【Takara Shuzo】Completion rate for the auditing and quality control assessment of new outsourcing contractors and raw material suppliers Maintain a completion rate of 100% Implementation rate 100%
【Takara Shuzo】Completion rate for checking the safety of raw materials with warranties Maintain a completion rate of 100% 100% safety confirmation
【Takara Shuzo】Provision of training sessions by the Quality Control Department to improve the knowledge of Customer Contact Office staff members At least once a year Conducted in January 2024
【Takara Shuzo】Completion rate for testing the degree of understanding of the manual to improve the quality of responding to customers 100% Implementation rate 100%
【Takara Bio Group】ISO certifications obtained by business offices, licenses, registrations, and the like necessary for operating business Maintain certifications, licenses, registrations, and the like Maintenance of certifications, licenses, registrations, etc.
【Takara Shuzo International Group】Compliance rate with food laws in countries where Takara Shuzo products are exported. Maintain a 100% rate of compliance Compliance rate 100%
Wellness 【Takara Shuzo】Recognition of the salt-free feature of cooking sake 35% in fiscal year 2030 22.9% (as of December 2023)
【Takara Shuzo International Group】Lineup of organic and vegan products 1,369 items in fiscal year 2025 1,433 items (as of March 2024)
【Takara Shuzo International Group】Lineup of food-allergy-conscious products (gluten-free and other food-allergy conscious products) 1,540 items in fiscal year 2025 1,638 items (as of March 2024)
Responsible Alcohol Producer 【Takara Shuzo】Number of views of Takara Shuzoʼs website page on spreading awareness on the appropriate consumption of alcohol 20% increase in fiscal year 2022, and 50% increase in fiscal year 2025 (compared with fiscal year 2020) 21% decrease in FY2023 (compared to FY2020)
【Takara Shuzo】Number of cases of violating the voluntary standards on advertisements Maintain the status of having no cases No cases
【Takara Shuzo】Display the amount of alcohol contained on packages of products isplay on packages of all consumer products (except for alcohol-based seasoning) by fiscal year 2025 RTD products was completed in FY2023.
【Takara Shuzo】Display warnings about the risk of drinking for expectant and nursing mothers, and warnings to raise awareness on the appropriate consumption of alcohol Display on packages of all consumer products (except for alcohol-based seasoning) by fiscal year 2025 Display warning labels for pregnant women on all products. Display advice about drinking in moderation on all products over 2L. 
【Domestic Group Companies】Completion rate for e-learning and other educational programs on the appropriate consumption of alcohol Completion rate of 100% or more, by all employees of all domestic Group companies 100% implemented
Environment 【Takara Shuzo, Takara Shuzo International】CO2 emissions (production sites) Reduce CO2 emissions by 46% in fiscal year 2030 (compared with fiscal year 2018) 【Takara Shuzo+Takara Shuzo International】
CO2 emissions 18% reduction in FY2023 (compared to FY2018)

【Takara Bio Group】
11% reduction in CO2 emissions intensity (compared to 2018)

【Takara Shuzo】
CO2 emissions <Logistics Dept. > 18% reduction in FY2023 (compared to FY2018)
【Takara Bio Group】CO2 emissions Reduce CO2 emission intensity by 50% in fiscal year 2030 (compared with fiscal year 2018)
【Takara Shuzo】CO2 emissions (Distribution) Reduce CO2 emission intensity by 10% in fiscal year 2030 (compared with fiscal year 2018)
【Entire Takara Group】CO2 emissions Achieve net zero CO2 emissions in fiscal year 2050
【Takara Shuzo】Water usage Reduce units of water usage by 15% in fiscal year 2025 (compared with fiscal year 2017) 12.8% reduction in used water units
【Takara Shuzo】Reuse rate of waste generated in production processes Continue reusing 98% or more of waste 98.1% reuse rate
【Takara Shuzo】Use of paper with forest protection certification in paper carton products 100% usage in fiscal year 2030 Implementation rate 44.4%
【Takara Shuzo】Usage rate of biomass ink in paper and plastic labels 100% usage in fiscal year 2030 Usage rate 57.1%
【Takara Bio Group】Usage rate of paper with forest protection certification in paper carton products 100% usage in fiscal year 2025 Implementation rate 89%
【Takara Bio Group】Usage rate of aluminum-free packages in one-sided aluminum pouches 100% usage in fiscal year 2025 Applied gradually from new lots. Approximately 97% of product manufacturing instructions have been updated.
【Takara Bio Group】Usage rate of vegetable oil-based ink in paper packages 100% usage in fiscal year 2025 Usage rate 89%
Governance 【Entire Takara Group】Regularly hold Risk Compliance Committee meetings Twice per year Conducted twice
【Entire Takara Group】Hold compliance training sessions Once per year Conducted once
【Entire Takara Group】Carry out compliance on-the-job training Four times per year Conducted Four times
【Entire Takara Group】Monitor the state of risk management Once per year Conducted once
【Entire Takara Group】Regularly hold various drills Once per year Fire prevention drills of all types carried out at least once a year
Well-Balanced Diet 【Takara Shuzo】Number of social media followers, with a focus on the Mio brand of sake 300,000 or more followers in fiscal year 2025 181,000 people (as of March 2024)
【Takara Shuzo International Group】Development of exclusive overseas products and overseas business company products 20 items in fiscal year 2025 26 items (as of March 2024)

12 items in 2022, 14 items in 2023

【Takara Shuzo International Group】Number of countries where Japanese alcohol is exported 100 countries in FY2030 57 countries (as of December 2023)
【Takara Shuzo】Number of followers on Takara Shuzoʼs official Facebook page 200,000 or more followers in fiscal year 2025 141,000 (as of March 2024)
Human Resources 【TAKARA HOLDINGS INC., Takara Shuzo, Takara Shuzo International】Newly appoint women to manager and assistant manager positions Appoint at least 50 women in fiscal year 2030 35 in total (as of April 1, 2024)
【Domestic Group Companies】Percentage of employees with disabilities Maintained above the legally-stipulated employment rate (2.3%) 【TAKARA HOLDINGS INC.】3.12%, 【Takara Shuzo】2.92%,
【Takara Bio】2.56% (as of April 1, 2024)
【Domestic Group Companies】Total working hours Reduce total working hours in fiscal year 2026, compared with fiscal year 2020 【TAKARA HOLDINGS INC., Takara Shuzo, Takara Shuzo International】1854.22 hours, 9.05 hours increase(compared to FY2020)
【Takara Bio】1851.88 hours, 63.07 hours reduction (compared to FY2020)
【Domestic Group Companies】Percentage of paid leave taken (no. of days taken) Increase the percentage in fiscal year 2025, compared with fiscal year 2020 【TAKARA HOLDINGS INC., Takara Shuzo, Takara Shuzo International】73.5% and 7.1% improvement (compared to FY2020)
【Takara Bio】70.5% and 20.3% improvement (compared to FY2020)
【Domestic Group Companies】Reinstatement rate for employees who take childcare leave Maintain a 100% reinstatement rate Maintaining a 100% return to work rate
Procurement 【Takara Shuzo】Dissemination of the Sustainable Procurement To all suppliers 100% implemented
Community 【Takara Shuzo】Supporting orchards in the local area 20 cases in FY2030 6 cases implemented (as of March 2024)
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    TG: Entire Takara Group, TH: TAKARA HOLDINGS INC., TS: Takara Shuzo, TSI: Takara Shuzo International, TSIG: Takara Shuzo International Group, TB: Takara Bio, TBG:Takara Bio Group Domestic Group Companies: TAKARA HOLDINGS INC., Takara Shuzo, Takara Shuzo International, Takara Bio, Kawahigashi Shoji, Total Management Business, Takara Butsuryu System, TB, Takara Bussan, Luc Corporation, Tokyo Mutual Trading, Takara Supply Communications (Former Taihei Printing, and Former Takara Yoki)