Salad Club to Implement First Nationwide Closure for Employee Well-being in 27 Years

Salad Club's Innovative Approach Towards Employee Well-being

Since its establishment in 1999, Salad Club (CEO: Akihito Shintani, headquartered in Chofu, Tokyo) has announced a groundbreaking initiative that will see all seven of its direct manufacturing plants cease operations for a nationwide closure on January 1, 2026. This marks the first-ever company-wide closure in the company's 27-year history. The move aims to promote a progressive work culture and better employee well-being within the salad package industry.

Background and Context

The package salad market has burgeoned into a substantial industry, currently valued at approximately 200 billion yen. These products have become staple items on dining tables across the nation. However, due to their perishable nature, with a shelf life of only 3 to 5 days, Salad Club's manufacturing plants have operated year-round to ensure the continuous supply of fresh products to consumers.

Unfortunately, this relentless schedule has resulted in significant psychological stress for many employees, particularly in operational roles such as manufacturing, logistics, and sales, who often face unexpected emergencies even during their scheduled days off. Recognizing the urgent need for a transformation, Salad Club has identified this issue as a critical aspect of its