What kind of company is this? 1 in 4 employees completes a full marathon. Otafuku Glove's unstoppable spirit.

Otafuku Glove Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minoh City, Osaka; Representative: Yuki Idobata), a company specializing in work gloves and innerwear, is continuing a unique corporate culture of 'challenging marathon races' as it approaches its 100th anniversary in 2026.

'Why is a glove company running?' You might ask. This has been an annual internal tradition since 2019. Starting with the Yodogawa Kanpei Marathon, employees have participated in various full marathons, including the Kobe Marathon (2022-2025), the Lake Biwa Marathon (2025), and the Tanba Sasayama Marathon (2026). Participation is voluntary, yet it has naturally brought colleagues together, becoming a place for cross-departmental interaction.

Currently, 21 out of 85 employees have challenged themselves to a full marathon (approx. 25%). With a 95% completion rate, this is no longer just a 'company that runs a little,' but a 'company where many people can run.' While not originally a sports company, the spirit of 'wanting to finish' and 'beating personal bests' has turned into a serious commitment. This 'power to see things through' is the foundation of our manufacturing and sales activities.

For 100 years, we have cultivated a culture of 'trying it out' and 'finishing to the end' with a small, elite team. This is reflected in both our work and our marathons. Otafuku Glove will continue to run at full speed in our work, our challenges, and sometimes, quite literally, on the road.