Nihon Kanri Kankyo Service Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture; Representative Director: Masahiro Wakamatsu), a subsidiary of Nihon Kanri Holdings Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Shintaro Fukuda, hereinafter "the Company"), received a letter of appreciation from Yamato Village, Kagoshima Prefecture, on Friday, June 12, 2026.
The award recognizes the company's continuous operation and maintenance of the "Yamato Village Sanitation Center (sewage treatment facility)" since 1998, contributing to environmental conservation and social development in the region for approximately 28 years.
Appreciation Ceremony (Left: Mr. Masahiro Wakamatsu, President of Nihon Kanri Kankyo Service; Right: Mr. Osamu Ijuin, Mayor of Yamato Village)
Appreciation Letter
Background
Yamato Village, located on Amami-Oshima—an island in Kagoshima Prefecture—is a community coexisting with a natural environment included within a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. Surrounded by subtropical nature and coral reefs, this small village features quiet settlements where traditional island culture continues to thrive.
Since 1998, Nihon Kanri Kankyo Service has been entrusted with the operation and maintenance of the "Yamato Village Sanitation Center (sewage treatment facility)," fulfilling vital roles in both public health and environmental conservation.
Overview of the Appreciation Ceremony
Event Details
Date
June 12, 2026 (Friday)
Location
Yamato Village Office, Oshima District, Kagoshima Prefecture
Attendees
- Mr. Osamu Ijuin, Mayor of Yamato Village
- Mr. Masahiro Wakamatsu, Representative Director, Nihon Kanri Kankyo Service Co., Ltd.
- Mr. Ryo Mori, Yamato Site Manager, Nihon Kanri Kankyo Service Co., Ltd.
Key Points of the Appreciation Letter
Understanding of Local Environmental Administration and Contribution to Village Sanitation Improvement
- Demonstrated understanding of Yamato Village's environmental policies and contributed to the preservation of the local environment and social development
- Dedicated efforts have significantly contributed to improving the village's environmental hygiene
Promotion of Resident Self-Governance and Public-Private Village Development
- Starting in FY2026, the Yamato Site Manager has accepted the role of district chief for the Yuwankama settlement, concurrently serving in this leadership position alongside his business duties, actively guiding the local community
Comment from Mr. Masahiro Wakamatsu, Representative Director, Nihon Kanri Kankyo Service
"Thanks to the cooperation of local residents, we have been able to continue our operations for 28 years. Going forward, we will continue working hand-in-hand with Yamato Village toward shared environmental sustainability goals."
Future Outlook
Nihon Kanri Kankyo Service operates environmental facility management services nationwide, primarily in western Japan, contributing to regional environmental sustainability. Moving forward, the company will continue its core business activities centered on "protecting water," "utilizing resources," and "supporting regional environments"*.
*"Protecting Water / Utilizing Resources / Supporting Regional Environments" is the corporate slogan of Nihon Kanri Kankyo Service. (https://www.nkks.co.jp/)
About the Nihon Kanri Group
Established in 1965, the Nihon Kanri Group currently operates businesses domestically and internationally, including building management and operations, environmental facility management, housing-related operations, and real estate fund management. Leveraging its independence, the group serves a wide range of facilities such as office buildings, commercial complexes, hotels, educational institutions, and public facilities.
Nihon Kanri Holdings Co., Ltd. was established in 2023 as a holding company, specializing in group management functions.
Company Overview
Company Name: Nihon Kanri Holdings Co., Ltd.
Head Office: 2-1-10 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Established: April 3, 2023
Representative: President & CEO Shintaro Fukuda
Capital: 3,000 million yen
Business Activities: Management and oversight of group companies engaged in the operation and management of office buildings, residential complexes, environmental facilities, real estate fund management, and related or ancillary businesses
URL: https://www.nkanzaihd.co.jp/
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