Open House Group Celebrates Award for Disability Employment Excellence

Open House Group's Outstanding Achievement in Disability Employment

Open House Group, headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has recently announced that its subsidiary, Open House Operations, received the prestigious Chairman's Award during the 2025 Employment Excellence Awards for Persons with Disabilities held on November 4, 2025. This award is sponsored by the Japan Organization for Employment of the Elderly, Persons with Disabilities and Job Seekers (

Purpose of the Award

The purpose of these awards is to recognize organizations that actively employ individuals with disabilities, individuals who contribute to the promotion of employment and job stability for people with disabilities, and exemplary employees with disabilities who have shown long-term commitment in their workplaces. By widely publicizing these accomplishments, the initiative aims to promote the employment of people with disabilities and enhance their occupational stability.

Significant Achievements

As of June 1, 2025, Open House Group has exceeded 140 employees with disabilities, achieving an impressive employment rate of 3.06%, surpassing both the current statutory employment rate of 2.5% and the upcoming rate of 2.7% that will take effect in July 2026. Furthermore, on July 15, 2025, the Tokyo Labor Bureau certified the company as a provider of consultation and support services for the employment of individuals with disabilities. Open House Group was also honored with the Tokyo Governor’s Excellent Company Award for Employment of Persons with Disabilities and received the “Monis Certification” from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in 2024.

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Designing Workspaces for Inclusion

Open House Group firmly believes that a diverse workforce is key to innovation and success. They have established a Work Design Promotion Committee aimed at creating a working environment conducive to the maximum performance of all employees regardless of their backgrounds. In 2024, they launched a dedicated Working Group focused on the promotion of employment for people with disabilities. This initiative respects the rights of employees with disabilities and strives to create a workplace that emphasizes diversity and inclusion.

With a consistent growth trajectory, the total number of employed persons with disabilities in the group increased by 24 to reach 148 in June 2025. The employment rate not only surpassed last year's 2.75% but also marked the company’s first achievement over 3%. Additionally, they have maintained a commendable retention rate of 93.6% among employees with disabilities, including those facing mental and developmental challenges, ensuring that feedback is actively sought to create a comfortable working environment.

Commitment to Ongoing Recruitment and Support

Open House Group intends to continue its proactive recruitment of individuals with disabilities, leveraging its high retention rates to implement reasonable accommodations and tailor-made systems to enhance the working experience. They are committed to becoming the best in Japan in terms of disability employment, with various initiatives underway to achieve this goal.

Key Initiatives in Disability Employment

1. Certification from the Tokyo Labor Bureau (July 2025)
As a recognized provider of support for disability employment, Open House Group is dedicated to assisting other employers in understanding and improving their hiring and retention of employees with disabilities.

2. Monis Certification (December 2024)
This certification recognizes exemplary small and medium-sized enterprises in their efforts to promote and stabilize employment for individuals with disabilities. Open House Group aims to serve as a role model for others in the community.

3. Governor’s Excellent Company Award for Employment of Persons with Disabilities (November 2024)
Companies suitable for this award go beyond meeting legal requirements, actively developing skills and providing career advancement opportunities for employees with disabilities.

About Open House Operations

Open House Operations is responsible for approximately 100 related tasks within the group, such as property registration and expense management in various operational locations including Yokohama, Hachioji, and Kashiwa. Recognizing the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in conventional office settings, the company has adopted a proactive approach by establishing operational centers equipped with facilities such as barrier-free features, break rooms, meeting rooms, and multi-purpose restrooms. Furthermore, regular consultations by specialized support staff and half-day work exemptions for medical appointments are part of the internal provisions designed to ensure a supportive environment where diverse talents can thrive.