[55th Anniversary] Iwata Sangyo Group Holds Appreciation Event

Iwata Sangyo Group (Headquarters: Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, President and CEO: Akimasa Iwata) held its "55th Anniversary Appreciation Event" on April 15, 2026, at Hotel New Otani Hakata, with 650 stakeholders in attendance. Since our founding in 1971, we have been able to celebrate our 55th anniversary thanks to the support of our many customers, business partners, employees, and former employees. On the day, we expressed our gratitude and shared our renewed determination to become a 100-year-old company.

Celebrating Our 55th Anniversary

Since its founding in 1971, Iwata Sangyo Group has operated as a company supporting food in the Kyushu and Yamaguchi areas, guided by the philosophy of "Energizing Kyushu Through Food!"

We have continued to grow with the support of many customers, business partners, and local communities since our early days, and in 2026, we were able to reach the significant milestone of our 55th anniversary.

This appreciation event provided an opportunity to express our gratitude to everyone who has supported us thus far and to share our vision for the future.

Scenes from the venue

Gratitude to Those Who Have Supported Us

On this occasion, our business partners and stakeholders were in attendance.

In his address, President Akimasa Iwata stated,

"The reason we have been able to continue this company is thanks to our customers, business partners, and our employees and former employees who have always persevered on the front lines."

Over the 55 years since our founding, the relationships built with many people have led to the current Iwata Sangyo Group.

President Akimasa Iwata giving his address

Group Sales Exceed 50 Billion Yen

Iwata Sangyo Group exceeded 50 billion yen in group sales in fiscal year 2025.

President Iwata's comment

"When I joined the company in 1994, the organization had sales of approximately 7 billion yen and about 150 employees. Through the support of many people and the efforts of each employee, we have continued to grow and have now developed into a group with approximately 1,800 employees. This achievement of surpassing 50 billion yen is not only a result of our journey since founding but also the starting line for a new stage of growth."

Challenge Towards Becoming a 100-Year-Old Company

Iwata Sangyo Group has set the goal of becoming a "100-year-old company" as its next objective.

President Iwata's comment

"There are things that remain unchanged even as times change. That is the fundamental principle of 'being useful to our customers.' Moving forward, we will continue to evolve not merely as a food wholesale company, but as a 'customer success support company' that helps our clients thrive. By fostering the growth of each employee and enhancing the value we provide to our customers, we will contribute to the development of our local communities and the creation of a rich food culture."

Future Outlook

Iwata Sangyo Group views its 55th anniversary as a new starting point. Without forgetting our gratitude to everyone who has supported us, we will further focus on supporting our customers' success under the philosophy of "Energizing Kyushu Through Food!"

We will steadily advance towards becoming a 100-year-old company, continuing to be an essential presence in the region.

Akio Iwata, Chairman and CEO, Iwata Sangyo Group Holdings Inc.

Company Name: Iwata Sangyo Group Holdings Inc.

Location: Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture

Business Activities: Wholesale of food for commercial use, wholesale of alcoholic beverages, wholesale of fresh produce, restaurant business, etc.

URL: https://www.iwatasangyo.co.jp/