Life Design, an Okinawa-based welfare venture, ranked 2nd in Kyushu/Okinawa area for 'Great Place to Work' regional ranking

Life Design Co., Ltd. (hereinafter 'the company'), headquartered in Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture, announced that it has been ranked 2nd in the Kyushu/Okinawa area in the 2026 'Great Place to Work®' regional ranking published by the Great Place To Work® Institute Japan (GPTW Japan). This marks the company's first appearance in the ranking.

The company received high praise from employees for its comprehensive benefits, fair compensation, and the promotion of a healthy work-life balance. Organizational engagement and the balance between professional satisfaction and personal growth were also key factors in the assessment.

Under the vision of 'Revolutionizing Welfare Standards,' the company has been tackling structural challenges in the welfare industry, such as low wages, long working hours, and insufficient training. Initiatives include building competitive salary systems, promoting better work-life balance, implementing systematic personnel training, and introducing transparent evaluation systems. Furthermore, the company is refreshing the traditional image of welfare being 'dull' by collaborating with artists and creators on facility design, aiming to create a workplace where staff can work with pride. The company provides comprehensive services ranging from child development support and after-school day services to employment support and nursing care.