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Mizuno Co. Makes Impact with Charity Donation to Fukuoka

Mizuno Co., the company behind the specialized resale shop "Manekiya," has made a significant contribution to Fukuoka's Social Startup Growth Initiative through a charity event broadcasted on CROSS FM. On February 13, 2026, a donation ceremony took place at Fukuoka City Hall, where company representatives presented a donation certificate to Masashi Tomita, Director of the city's Economic, Tourism, and Cultural Bureau. This initiative exemplifies the company’s commitment to addressing social challenges.

The Purpose Behind the Donation: Fostering a Sustainable Society

"Manekiya" operates under the philosophy of "selling is circulating," aiming to connect the value of products with the next generation through its reuse efforts. This vision aligns closely with the principles of social startups that strive for sustainable solutions to societal issues. The charity initiative, carried out through CROSS FM's special program "Horihosuge," encouraged Mizuno Co. to assess how they could positively shape the community's future.

Last December, following successful discussions, Mizuno Co. agreed to support Fukuoka's forward-thinking initiative, which leads the way in supporting startups nationwide, making the donation possible.

Overview of the Donation Ceremony

The donation ceremony held today prominently featured representatives from Mizuno Co. and CROSS FM, who spoke passionately about their hopes for enhancing local startups and revitalizing the community.

• - Date: February 13, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM
• - Location: Fukuoka City Hall, 15th Floor, Room 1501
• - Attendees:

- Mizuno Co. (Manekiya)
- CROSS FM
- Masashi Tomita, Director of Fukuoka City Economic, Tourism and Cultural Bureau

Supporting Fukuoka's Social Startup Growth Initiative

The funds from this donation will directly support the "Social Startup Growth Initiative," which Fukuoka City is emphasizing starting in the 2025 fiscal year through hometown tax contributions. This project aims to promote companies that balance social impact and economic growth. Mizuno Co. anticipates that, through this support, aspiring entrepreneurs can thrive and contribute to a better society.

About Mizuno Co. and Manekiya

"Manekiya" stands as a dedicated resale shop that prides itself on identifying valuable items and connecting them to those who need them next. The company aims to establish reuse as a smart choice, contributing effectively to both the environment and society.

Company Overview

• - Name: Mizuno Co.
• - CEO: Masayuki Mizuno
• - Headquarters:

- Tokyo Office: 6-6-3 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Ku, Tokyo
- Osaka Office: 1-5 Doyama-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka

• - Founded: September 1, 2008
• - Capital: 93.25 million JPY
• - Revenue: 3.58 billion JPY (FY16: July 2023 - June 2024)
• - Employees: 80 (as of April 1, 2025)
• - Business Activities:

- Operation of high-value resale specialist shops "Manekiya" across several regions in Japan, along with running other retail operations.

For further details, visit Mizuno Co. Website and Manekiya Official Site.

This initiative by Fukuoka City emphasizes leveraging hometown taxes to support social startup growth, highlighting the importance of community involvement in addressing local challenges.