For the Smiles of All Who Work: Okamotoya Achieves Level 2 Certification in the ISO 25554:2024 'Well-being ISO Guideline Certification'

In 2015, Okamotoya Co., Ltd. posed a single question: 'What is a workplace where employees can truly work with a smile?' —The 10-year journey that began in search of that answer culminated in 2026 with international recognition. Okamotoya Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo; President: Mikiko Suzuki) has achieved Level 2 certification under the 'Well-being ISO Guideline Certification,' an accreditation system based on the international standard for organizational well-being, ISO 25554:2024. This is a testament to our commitment to embodying our purpose, 'An Ally for Those Who Work,' and our continuous pursuit of the growth and happiness of every employee. Why We Aimed for ISO Certification (Background and Reasons) Since 2015, based on the belief that 'employee growth' is 'company growth,' Okamotoya has been actively engaged in work-style reform, health-oriented management, and the promotion of women's empowerment. Our purpose, 'An Ally for Those Who Work,' is not merely a slogan for our customers. We believe that a culture where employees are allies to one another, understanding and supporting each other, is what truly generates productivity and innovation. The ISO 25554:2024 'Well-being ISO Guideline Certification' we have achieved is a new international standard that evaluates organizational well-being in an aging society. We aimed for this certification to prove that our unique, long-standing initiatives are worthy of recognition by international standards, and to share our model of well-being management with society as a case study for small and medium-sized enterprises. A 10-Year Journey: Well-being Achievements Told Through Numbers Our steady efforts have consistently transformed the organization. Below are the key achievements over the 10-year period from 2015, when we began these initiatives, to 2025. Examples of Initiatives That Fostered Well-being (Services for Members) At Okamotoya, we develop unique well-being measures not only through top-down approaches but also through 'committee activities' where employees are proactively involved.

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