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Nippon Information Achieves Highest Level 'Eruboshi' Certification for Advancing Women in the Workplace

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Published May 28, 2026 7:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 6:31 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Nippon Information has achieved the third and highest level of the 'Eruboshi' certification by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, recognizing its efforts in promoting work-style reform and women's advancement.

Nippon Information has achieved the third and highest level of the 'Eruboshi' certification by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, recognizing its efforts in promoting work-style reform and women's advancement.

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Published: May 28, 2026

Nippon Information has achieved the third and highest level of the 'Eruboshi' certification, a recognition by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare for companies with excellent initiatives in promoting women's professional advancement.

The 'Eruboshi' certification evaluates companies based on five criteria: hiring, continued employment, work style (including working hours), ratio of female managers, and diverse career paths. Nippon Information achieved the top-tier certification by satisfying all five criteria through comprehensive work environment reforms and support for balancing work with childcare and nursing care.

Key initiatives include: - Full flextime system (no core time) - Telework system and permission for personal errands during work hours - Reduced working hours system - 100% target for parental leave uptake for both men and women - Reduction of overtime work (averaging less than 30 hours per month) - Increase in the ratio of female managers - Annual harassment training and establishment of internal/external consultation desks

Nippon Information is a comprehensive research agency with over 50 years of history, supporting manufacturers in solving business challenges through marketing research.

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FAQ

What level of the 'Erboshi Certification' has Japan Information obtained?

Japan Information has obtained the third level (the highest level).

What are the evaluation criteria for the 'Erboshi Certification'?

The five evaluation criteria are: 'Recruitment', 'Continuous Employment', 'Work Style (including working hours)', 'Ratio of Management Positions', and 'Diverse Career Paths'.

What are the main work style reform initiatives promoted by Japan Information?

The main initiatives include: a full flextime system (no core hours), telecommuting, part-time work, promotion of childcare leave (for both men and women), and reduction of overtime hours.

What kind of business does Japan Information conduct?

Japan Information is a comprehensive research agency with over 50 years of history, conducting marketing research primarily for manufacturing companies and on-site surveys (CLT).

Why did the company obtain the 'Erboshi Certification'?

The company obtained the certification because it has implemented excellent initiatives that meet all five evaluation criteria for promoting women's active participation, including the establishment of work-life balance support systems and labor environment reforms.

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