Morishita Jintan Recognized as 2025 Health Management Excellent Corporation

Morishita Jintan Co., Ltd.: A Commitment to Employee Health

Morishita Jintan Co., Ltd., headquartered in Osaka and led by President Yuji Morishita, has been officially recognized as a "2025 Health Management Excellent Corporation" in the large corporation category. This accolade underscores the company's strategic efforts to promote and maintain the health of its employees within a management-focused framework.

The certification is awarded by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, in collaboration with the Japan Health Conference, which celebrates corporations that have shown exemplary health management practices. Morishita Jintan's recognition marks its seventh consecutive year being recognized as a health management excellent corporation, and fourth in the large corporation category.

Founded in 1893, Morishita Jintan has a long history of prioritizing health care, not just through the provision of health products but also by establishing a health insurance union in 1926, indicating a proactive approach to employee health from the onset. Moving forward, the company aims to further boost employee health awareness and implement workplace strategies that support health maintenance and enhancement.

Company Initiatives for Employee Health in 2024

1. Implementation of Walking Rally

As part of a population-based approach, Morishita Jintan has been organizing a company-wide "Walking Rally" every year. This initiative, which celebrates its 16th year in 2024, encourages employees to adopt healthier habits by gradually extending the duration of the event. In 2024, for the first time, the rally will be held for six months, from October to March. Additionally, activities like the "Sugi-Gobee Satoyama Walking & Food Education Tour" are conducted to promote participation by offering nature-based experiences.

2. Health Fair Activities

The company has also initiated health fairs aimed at addressing health issues at the workplace, with the first fair organized at the Shiga plant in its fourth year running. In collaboration with group company MJ Shiga, activities such as walking age assessments by health instructors are conducted. At the Tokyo office, a second health fair is scheduled for March, featuring various health learning opportunities, integrating nutrition and exercise aspects.

3. Nutritional Counseling Services

To make nutritional counseling more accessible, a specific program has been developed that encourages employees to engage with nutritionists. This initiative not only targets traditional participants but expands to include individuals under 40 and those transitioning from medication. The 2024 program will introduce follow-up information based on health checkup results to provide clearer risk assessments.

4. Nutritional Education for New Employees

To enhance health literacy among employees, a nutritional education program for new hires has been introduced since 2021. This program combines seminars with practical cooking classes to teach foundational skills in food preservation and safe cooking practices. Enjoyable walking tours that explore historical landmarks will complement educational objectives.

5. Employee Experience Surveys

To create a more engaging workplace environment, a comprehensive employee engagement and presenteeism survey was carried out in the fiscal year 2023. Findings indicated specific challenges among younger employees and women regarding engagement, as well as presenteeism issues among men. In 2024, further investigations will help identify necessary measures to improve workplace well-being.

Through these initiatives, Morishita Jintan underscores its commitment not just to the health of its employees but also to the workplace culture, setting a standard as a model organization in Japan's health management landscape. The company's corporate philosophy, aimed at serving society through improved health and well-being, drives its efforts to enhance both employee satisfaction and productivity.