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Moraine Corporation's Vision for 2026

As we step into the new year, let us extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those tirelessly supporting healthcare and society across various fields. Your dedication is invaluable.

Confronting Structural Challenges in Japanese Healthcare

2026 marks a pivotal turning point for healthcare in Japan. Faced with the consequences of an aging population and declining birth rates, we are witnessing significant changes in patient demographics. Additionally, the acute labor shortage, worsening hospital management, and ongoing uncertainty surrounding healthcare reimbursement responses threaten to destabilize the existing system. These issues are not fleeting; they demand a radical reevaluation of our operational methods.

Simultaneously, we are presented with unprecedented opportunities, especially through digital transformation (DX) guided by artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. These innovations extend beyond mere efficiency tools; they represent foundational infrastructure necessary for reclaiming a healthcare system where professionals can concentrate on patient care.

Supporting Healthcare Management Through Infection Control

The issue of labor shortages transcends a simple lack of personnel; it underscores a systemic challenge where healthcare workers are unable to apply their expertise effectively. The burden of transporting materials, administrative tasks, and inadequate time for infection management undermines their essential roles. When hospital-acquired infections arise, they can jeopardize patient lives, inflate treatment and hospitalization costs, and intensify stress on healthcare professionals, consequently straining hospital budgets further.

Transforming this situation is essential, and it is a mission that Moraine passionately embraces. Our vision is to create a future where infectious diseases do not distance individuals from one another. We believe that as technology advances, the quality of human interactions becomes increasingly critical. The COVID-19 pandemic prompted an introspection on the true impact of distancing measures—while viruses may have been contained, did it improve our overall happiness? Embracing this challenge is vital as we work towards effective solutions this year.

It is crucial to note that no amount of advanced systems can ensure operational success without trust on the ground. Similarly, regardless of how sophisticated AI or robotics become, patient safety relies on collaboration and dialogue within healthcare teams.

Our Commitment for 2026: Partners in the Field

Moraine will continue investing in advanced AI, robotics, and infection control while also maintaining a focus on improving relational quality within healthcare settings. In these challenging times for hospital management, we must prioritize what truly matters rather than cutting valuable resources. We stand firm in our commitment to safeguarding the pride of those working in healthcare, ensuring patient safety, and promoting the sustainability of our medical infrastructure.

As we advance into 2026, Moraine embarks on a year of new challenges and responsibilities. We will elevate our sense of agency and aim to move forward as partners and implementers within Japanese healthcare reform. Together with healthcare professionals, we look forward to making transformative strides. Thank you for your continued support this year.

About Moraine Corporation

Founded in 1993, Moraine Corporation specializes in consulting and product introduction for infection control. Recognizing the low awareness of hospital-acquired infections at the time, our deepest desire has always been to protect individuals from such threats. Since then, we have closely collaborated with frontline workers to provide a comprehensive range of infection control products and support across various settings. We are proud to have partnerships with over 70% of designated infectious disease medical institutions nationwide.

CEO: Tsunehisa Kusaba
Location: 3F Unison Mall, 5-1-1 Higashinakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo
Established: 1993
Website: Moraine Corporation