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Importance of Reforestation and Sustainable Forest Management

In an impactful move towards sustainability, Hands Corporation, headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, has announced its collaboration with the Mokuti Club, an organization dedicated to reforestation and forestry management. Effective from May 2025, Hands will actively participate as a member to promote awareness about the significance of preserving forests.

Who is Mokuti Club?

The Mokuti Club is a general incorporated association that bridges forest owners and end consumers. It operates a unique model whereby 1% of the purchase price from stakeholders is donated to the Mokuti Club. This financial support drives annual reforestation and forest management efforts in harvested areas. By exploiting the timber harvested responsibly for wood products, they not only engage in planting trees, but also focus on nurturing them through mindful forestry practices. Moreover, the forests managed are FSC® certified, ensuring adherence to global standards for sustainability.

For more details, you can visit the Mokuti Club website.

Hands’ Commitment to Achieving SDGs

Hands Corporation is committed to achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established during the 2015 United Nations Summit. The company has undertaken various initiatives to support these goals, such as donating a portion of its revenue to the Sorabea Fund through the “Eco in Your Hand” project and reducing packaging materials. These efforts are a part of a broader strategy to build a network for forest circulation and contribute positively to the SDGs.

The collaboration with the Mokuti Club aligns seamlessly with Hands’ sustainability goals, creating opportunities for workshops that utilize harvested timber. These workshops aim to educate participants of all ages, from children to adults, on the importance of forest conservation and sustainable practices.

Hands Corporation Overview

• - Chairman: Masayuki Takake
• - President: Satoru Sakurai
• - Established: August 1976
• - Headquarters: Shinjuku East Side Square, 6-27-30 Shinjuku, Tokyo
• - Capital: ¥100 million
• - Business Scope: Specialized retail offering a range of products and tools related to living spaces and handcrafting.
• - Employee Count: 1,789 (as of March 1, 2025)
• - Store Count: 95 total stores (including 65 Hands stores, 10 franchise locations, and 12 overseas branches)
• - Hands Bee: 21 stores (3 franchise locations)
• - Plugs Market: 9 stores (franchise)

For more information on the company, visit Hands Corporation's official site.

In essence, Hands Corporation's collaboration with the Mokuti Club is not merely a partnership but a commitment to actively engage the community in sustainable practices. This innovation aims to instill a sense of environmental responsibility, drawing collective efforts towards a greener future and firmly rooting the importance of forests in our society.