Interg's Commitment to 100% Male Parental Leave through IKUKYU Project

Interg's Initiative for Male Parental Leave

Interg Inc., based in Minato, Tokyo, has recently made headlines by aligning itself with the IKUKYU Project, a campaign spearheaded by Sekisui House, aimed at promoting male parental leave. This initiative is a significant move towards achieving gender equality in the workplace, and Interg is proud to support it.

As a youthful company with less than 30 employees, averaging 32 years of age, Interg successfully enabled its first male employee to take parental leave in 2024. Remarkably, a second male employee is also set to take advantage of this scheme in 2025, achieving an impressive 100% male parental leave rate as of September 2025. To ensure a comfortable transition into their new roles as fathers, the company fosters an open environment, encouraging experiences and testimonies from previous male employees who have navigated the leave process. This psychological support helps create a culture where employees feel secure in taking time off to care for their families.

Looking ahead, Interg is committed to maintaining this 100% male parental leave rate by continuing to strengthen its initiatives and creating a supportive workplace environment.

Commitment to Wellbeing

Interg embodies the mission, “Changing the world through individual happiness.” The company works diligently to foster a work environment where every employee can thrive and find satisfaction. This includes respecting flexible work arrangements tailored to each person’s life stage and values, and advocating for sustainable careers.

Parental Support and Work-Life Balance Policies

The company emphasizes the importance of ongoing support after childbirth, recognizing that parenting does not end at delivery. Alongside parental leave, Interg promotes various flexible work arrangements such as remote work and flexible hours. The following systems are also in place, accessible to all employees regardless of gender:

- Spousal Birth Leave for Male Employees: Three days of paid leave granted for their partner’s childbirth.
- Child Leave System: Employees are entitled to five days of leave per child per year for school events like enrollment ceremonies.
- Care Leave: A maximum of five days of leave per year for accompanying family members during medical visits, with additional days provided for employees with school-age children.
- Child Allowance: Monthly financial support for employees with children up to middle school age.

Each of these provisions aims to create a workplace that supports parenting without stigma, allowing all employees the opportunity to utilize necessary policies that align with their personal circumstances.

Leadership’s Vision

Takeshi Nasu, the President of Interg, expressed his enthusiasm about joining the IKUKYU Project, stating, “We are delighted to participate in Sekisui House’s IKUKYU Project. The arrival of a child is a significant turning point for families, and creating an environment where parenting and work can coexist harmoniously is a vital responsibility for any company. We are committed to executing our mission with care, ensuring that every individual can flourish in their unique path.”

About the IKUKYU Project

Initiated by Sekisui House in 2019, the IKUKYU Project is dedicated to advocating for male parental leave as a means of fostering a better societal environment. The project declared September 19 as “Parental Leave Awareness Day” and collaborates with 174 companies and organizations supporting the cause, engaging in various awareness activities and information dissemination.

For more information on the IKUKYU Project, you can visit their special website: IKUKYU Project

Company Overview

Interg Inc. is a digital media and insurance service provider on a mission to change the world through individual happiness. Founded in 2017, the company aims to deliver impactful value to teams, partner firms, and users, sparking positive changes in their lives. Interg is set to be listed on the Tokyo PRO Market in November 2024.

Company Details:

- Name: Interg Inc.
- Address: 106-0032 Minato, Tokyo, 6-2-5 Roppongi Bizflex Roppongi 8F
- Phone: 03-6435-0595
- Business: Digital Media and Insurance Services
- Corporate Website: Interg Inc.

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