Discovering Great Workplaces in Japan
Great Place To Work® Institute Japan (GPTW Japan), based in Minato, Tokyo, has recently released its list of companies recognized as great workplaces for March 2026. This certification is based on the valuable feedback of employees, focusing on measuring the level of employee engagement and satisfaction within these organizations.
Understanding the Certification
The recognition of ‘Great Workplace’ is a significant milestone for companies that prioritize their employees' work experiences. GPTW Japan conducts meticulous surveys and analyses to assess the work environment in various organizations through its yearly employee engagement surveys. Each month, the organization announces the newly certified great workplaces, and out of these, a select few are highlighted in the annual Top 100 list for their exceptional standards of employee satisfaction.
List of Certified Companies
Here are some of the companies recognized in March 2026:
- - Shiseidou Pharmaceutical
- - Iwai
- - Ferring Pharmaceuticals
- - Geotechnologies
- - Vision Creates
- - R3 Institute
- - Dentsu Research Technology
- - CareEarth
- - JEB
- - Kirala
- - Katana
- - Be Well Group
- - Sutherland Global Services
- - TsunaguBa
- - Agata Global Tax Accountant Corporation
- - Zenshin
- - InterRace
- - Japan Business Assurance
- - Dentsu Digital
- - Saito Farm
- - Usukura Construction
- - Kakurega
- - Canadian Home
- - AXIS
- - Archie's
- - Hamada Industries
- - Living Iwai
- - PTC
- - Cognizant
- - Rubrik Inc
- - Burano
- - Abant
- - International Communication and Broadcasting Support Organization (JICT)
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Note: The above list is not in any particular order. Please refer to the online resources for the most updated list as it may vary from the printed version.)
Aiming for a Meaningful Workplace
At GPTW Japan, they believe that a great workplace can be formed in any company if they build their foundations on aspects of ‘comfort’ and ‘challenge’. The aim is to promote workplaces overflowing with meaning and satisfaction across Japan, ensuring that every employee experiences a fulfilling work life.
About Great Place To Work® Institute
The Great Place To Work® Institute operates globally, surveying over 21,000 organizations in around 170 countries each year. It recognizes companies that achieve certain benchmarks in employee satisfaction, showcasing their standings in reputable media outlets worldwide. With over three decades of data-driven methodology, their certification and ranking systems play a vital role in enhancing corporate branding and investor relations, particularly concerning human capital disclosures. In Japan, this effort is managed by the Great Place To Work® Institute Japan, licensed by the international organization, enabling localized research and assessments.
Together, through these certifications, GPTW Japan aspires to create environments where all people at work can realize a sense of meaningful engagement and fulfillment.