Based on our corporate philosophy, which is “Contributing to the creation of a vital society and a healthy lifestyle through our fermentation technology and biotechnology in a way that achieves harmony with nature,” the Takara Group has benefited society by unlocking new potential in the culinary, lifestyle, and life science fields through our fermentation technologies for traditional Japanese sake and our cutting-edge innovation in biotechnologies and by continuing to create new value.
The preservation of a rich natural environment is a major premise for the business continuity of the Takara Group, which engages in business activities on the basis of the bounty of diverse natural resources such as grains, water, and microorganisms. In addition, in handling business related to food and medicine, the Takara Group’s most important theme is to deliver safe and reliable goods, products, and services. At the same time, we must also address various social issues, including those related to alcohol.
The social environment surrounding the Group has undergone rapid change, and with the need for a global response to such diverse issues as climate change, biodiversity conservation, resource conservation, and respect for human rights, corporate entities face an increasing responsibility to create a sustainable society.
To clarify the ideal future state the Group seeks to realize by 2050, the Group established the TaKaRa Group Long-term Vision 2050, articulating the aspirations embodied in its vision, "Smiles in Life -Smiles are Life's Treasure- " as well as the future the Group further aspires to create. As part of this vision, the Group has set forth the following statement "The TaKaRa Group continues to bring smiles to people around the world by delivering a fulfilling dietary lifestyle and healthy living, and by creating new value through biotechnology." To achieve this vision, the Group has formulated the TaKaRa Group Sustainability Policy in recognition of the need to further address social issues.
The Takara Group Sustainability Policy has identifid eleven material issues, including “Safety and Security,” with regard to social issues surrounding the Takara Group, and set policies for addressing each of them. Futhermore, based on these policies, the Takara Group has formulated “Medium- to Long-Term Targets.” 　The TaKaRa Group will contribute to the realization of a sustainable society by continuing to create social value through our business activities, aiming to be a corporate group that is trusted by all of stakeholders.