Sustainability

Social Initiatives

We respect diversity and work to create a safe, supportive, and comfortable working environment. We also contribute to people's well-being by engaging with local communities and supporting education, cultural activities, and collaboration with academic institutions in areas connected to our business. Through these efforts, we aim to foster the next generation, contribute to the creation of knowledge, and grow together with society.

Quality and Human Rights Policy

Certifications Related to Quality, Food Safety, and HALAL

Certification Date Certification Name Certification Body
March 29, 2002 ISO9001 certified DNV
September 6, 2013 FSSC22000 certified DNV
January 21, 2016 ISO/IEC 17025 certified PJLA
December 28, 2016 HALAL MUI certified  
September 2, 2023 HALAL JIT certified  

PJLA: Perry Johnson Laboratory Accreditation, Inc.
DNV: DNV Business Assurance Japan K.K.

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Quality Policy

We maintain and continually improve an effective quality management system in order to provide products that comply with laws and regulations, meet customer expectations, and ensure safety, reliability, and appropriate quality.

Food Safety Policy

  1. We contribute to society by providing products that satisfy our customers, with safety and reliability as our foundation.
  2. We establish, maintain, and continually improve our food safety management system.
  3. We comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and customer requirements. We also ask our business partners to comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
  4. We ensure that this Food Safety Policy is fully communicated to all employees.
  5. We facilitate smooth internal and external communication regarding food safety and reliability. We also respond appropriately to relevant information.
  6. To achieve this Food Safety Policy, we set food safety objectives and review them regularly.

HALAL Policy

We respect Islamic culture and faith, and produce and sell HALAL-certified products for Muslim consumers. Through the continuous supply of HALAL products, we support the healthy and culturally appropriate dietary lives sought by Muslim consumers.

Human Rights Policy

We support the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and have established this Human Rights Policy.
In line with our corporate philosophy, this policy sets out our commitment to respecting human rights as a company that brings richness and well-being to people's lives.

1. Scope of Application

This policy applies to all officers and employees of Shiono Koryo. We also expect our business partners, including our suppliers, to understand and comply with this policy.

2. Remediation

If it becomes clear that our business activities have caused or contributed to negative impacts on human rights, we will work to provide remediation through appropriate procedures or dialogue.

3. Compliance with Applicable Laws and Regulations

We comply with the laws and regulations of Japan, as well as those of each country and region where we conduct business. We also respect international human rights standards to the greatest extent possible and actively promote them.

4. Education and Awareness

We provide regular education to ensure that all officers and employees properly understand this policy and are able to respond appropriately.

5. Information Disclosure

We disclose information on our human rights initiatives based on this policy, as well as the progress of those initiatives.

6. Dialogue and Consultation

In implementing initiatives based on this policy, we make use of the expertise of external specialists and engage in sincere consultation with our stakeholders.

7. Priority Areas

We recognize that addressing the following human rights issues related to our business activities is an important part of our responsibility.

1. Discrimination and Harassment

We respect the human rights of each individual and do not engage in unjust discrimination or human rights violations, including sexual harassment, on the basis of race, skin color, religion, creed, gender, social status, disability, sexual orientation, or other factors.

2. Prohibition of Forced Labor and Child Labor

With regard to child labor, in Japan we do not employ children until the first March 31 after they reach the age of 15. In other countries, we do not employ children below the minimum working age stipulated by local laws and regulations. With regard to forced labor, we do not use, contribute to, or benefit from forced labor.

3. Freedom of Association

We respect employees' freedom of association and their right to collective bargaining, and we do not discriminate against employees for exercising these rights.

4. Safe, Hygienic, and Healthy Working Environment

We provide a working environment where employees can continue to work safely, hygienically, and in good health.

5. Employee Training

We provide employees with educational opportunities and opportunities to develop their motivation and abilities.

6. Compliance with Labor Laws and Regulations

In accordance with the wage laws and regulations applicable in each country and region, we pay employees minimum wages, overtime wages, and premium wages.

Established on February 7, 2020
Revised on August 1, 2024

SHIONO KORYO KAISHA, LTD.

Sustainability Promotion System

We have established the Sustainability Management Group and the Sustainability Committee to advance sustainability management. Working across departments, these organizations formulate policies, drive initiatives, and monitor progress in areas such as the environment, quality and safety, supply chain management, human capital, governance, and information disclosure. Through these efforts, we aim to enhance sustainable corporate value.

Track Record

We place importance on reducing environmental impact and fulfilling our social responsibilities, and we disclose data related to energy, emissions, and human rights every year. Through transparent information disclosure, we promote sustainable corporate activities.