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Five Group Celebrates Prestigious Award in Asia

Five Group, headquartered in Musashino City, Tokyo, has made a stunning achievement by being recognized as one of the Best Companies in the Asia 2025 edition of the Great Place to Work (GPTW) rankings. Achieving the 52nd position in the large corporations category, this marks Five Group's fourth time receiving this prestigious designation, making it the only Japanese dining company to be included among such esteemed ranks.

What is the Great Place to Work Asia 2025 Ranking?

The GPTW rankings are a recognized global authority that evaluates corporate culture and employee satisfaction. This year, they conducted a survey involving over 7.5 million employees across Asia and the Middle East, narrowing down the selections to 200 companies categorized under two divisions: large corporations (more than 500 employees) and small to medium enterprises (between 10 and 499 employees). The top-rated companies are those that exemplify a positive working environment and an engaging corporate culture.

For more information about this year’s results, visit the official GPTW website.

Commitment to a Positive Work Environment

The foundation of Five Group's work satisfaction stems from their philosophy of “Ideology Management”, which engages every member of the staff in crafting a constructive work environment based on the company’s core principles. The organization adopts the GPTW rankings as a guiding principle, implementing improvements to their workplace based on objective evaluations. Their focus is directed towards four main areas:

1. Meaningful Work Engagement

• - All employees receive training during onboarding that articulates a unique perspective on “working”.
• - A promotion system that requires staff to verbalize their individual “ideals” as a qualifying criterion.
• - Follow-up training sessions and growth support meetings to assess and improve their current statuses against the “ideals”.

2. Abundant Opportunities for Gratitude

• - Opportunities for employees and part-timers to exchange gratitude cards among each other.
• - A special anniversary leave policy that allows employees to spend significant dates like birthdays or wedding anniversaries with loved ones.
• - A gift system designed to surprise employees’ parents or spouses as a gesture of appreciation.

3. Building Bonds Through Various Events and Tools

• - An internal communication platform called “5ine” that connects all employees, including part-timers, to foster communication.
• - An annual “Five Fest” where nearly all stores temporarily close, and every employee comes together for a celebratory event.
• - A “club system” where employees can engage in sports or hobbies with teammates within working hours.

4. Collective Work Culture Improvement

• - Conducting staff surveys known as “Staffo” to assess and enhance the work satisfaction levels of all employees, including part-timers.
• - Creating a framework where passionate individuals can participate in cross-company projects focused on community contribution and recruitment.

Aiming to Be a Leading Dining Company of the 21st Century

Since its inception, Five Group has put forward a founding principle: to create an environment where everyone involved can enjoy their work and interactions. This year marks the company's 22nd anniversary, and its vision has evolved to “build a world connected by fun,” further broadening its influence on society.

By fostering joy among all people connected to the company, Five Group aspires to create experiences that bring customers back and change the perception of the dining industry. Being recognized as the only Japanese dining company on this year’s GPTW Asia rankings is a significant step toward realizing this vision further.

Five Group remains dedicated to creating a work environment that champions satisfaction, pledging to have a positive impact on its industry and society overall. They aim to be an indispensable presence as a leading dining company in the 21st century, committed to excellence in every endeavor.

Company Details

• - Company Name: Five Group, Inc.
• - Established: June 30, 2003
• - Headquarters: 2-5-10 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino City, Tokyo, Ichigo Kichijoji Building 7F
• - CEO: Kenji Sakamoto
• - Employee Count: 2,346 (456 full-time, 1,890 part-time, consolidated group)
• - Awards: 1st in GPTW Restaurant Sector, recognized as a Healthy Management Excellent Corporation for seven consecutive years, received Stress-Free Company 2024 award and the GRAND PRIX in corporate newsletter awards 2022.
• - Official Website: Five Group
• - Open Newsletter: Five Group Note
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