Japan Knowledge Space Wins Grand Prize at Women’s Empowerment Award 2026

Japan Knowledge Space Receives Grand Prize at Women’s Empowerment Award 2026

Japan Knowledge Space Co., Ltd., headquartered in Minato City, Tokyo, is thrilled to announce its recent achievement of winning the Grand Prize in the SME category at the Women’s Empowerment Award 2026. This prestigious award, organized by the Women’s Active Promotion Technology Council, recognizes companies that have made significant contributions to women's empowerment. The company was particularly praised for its innovative management model that addresses long working hours and health issues in the IT industry.

About the Women’s Empowerment Award 2026

This award is led by mederi Co., Ltd. and is based on the United Nations' Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs). It evaluates organizations on their effectiveness in creating a supportive working environment for women, focusing on measurable outcomes, transparency, and social impact. Organizations, individuals, and companies with exceptional efforts toward fostering women's advancement are recognized.

Key Initiatives and Reasons for Winning

1. Rapid Implementation of Femtech from Top Leadership

The leadership of President Ryugo Matsuoka, who is a certified health management expert, played a critical role in facilitating the swift adoption of femtech solutions. After thorough company surveys, he has demonstrated an impressive ability to implement policies almost immediately, thereby ensuring that employees can safely utilize benefits related to their health without hesitation.

2. Medical-Level Health Support: Pills, Sleep, and Cancer Screening

The company offers full financial assistance for the prescription of low-dose contraceptive pills through online medical services, benefiting around 50% of its female employees. Interestingly, this program extends to male employees' partners as well. Additionally, customized pillows, sleep clinic subsidies, and unlimited coverage for breast and cervical cancer screenings are just a few examples of their robust health initiative, firmly rooted in scientific evidence.

3. Equal Opportunities and Investments in Career Development

Japan Knowledge Space provides unlimited access to educational platforms such as Udemy Business and O'Reilly Online Learning, allowing all employees to continuously develop skills regardless of changes in their life stages. This approach fosters self-directed growth and a commitment to lifelong learning.

4. Commitment to Transparency and Social Contribution

Since 2019, the company has publicly shared not only its monthly average overtime hours but also the median on its website, maintaining transparency in labor practices. Their commitment to social issues is evident through initiatives such as donating a total of ¥1 million through corporate hometown tax donations to children's cafeterias and providing off-spec vegetables to employees, highlighting a unique fusion of social problem-solving and employee well-being.

Comments from President Ryugo Matsuoka

"We are incredibly honored to receive this esteemed award. The IT industry has faced long-standing structural challenges, such as opaque labor conditions and stress on mental and physical health. By viewing our workforce as our greatest asset, we have pursued a comprehensive system that supports employees' well-being and growth. This award will motivate us to further establish a corporate model where the happiness of our employees directly contributes to the prosperity of society."

About Japan Knowledge Space Co., Ltd.

Founded on April 1, 2014, Japan Knowledge Space specializes in system development. Our vision is to promote management that considers the health of our employees and their families. Through our unique employee benefits and transparent information disclosure, we strive to contribute to the realization of a sustainable IT society.

Company Name: Japan Knowledge Space Co., Ltd.
Location: 3F, Le Glacier BLDG. 1, 6-20-1 Shinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo
Representative: President Ryugo Matsuoka
Business Scope: System Development
Company URL: Japan Knowledge Space
Employee Benefits List: Welfare Information
SDGs Initiatives: SDGs Efforts

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact:
Japan Knowledge Space Co., Ltd.
Human Resources Division
Contact Person: Yusuke Kubo
Phone: 03-6689-8174
Email: [email protected]