We, Sujahta Meiraku Group, adapted to the theme “Food, Beauty, Health + Environment” in our corporate activity . As a manufacturer and direct seller of food for household and professional use, we are committed to transitioning to sustainable ingredients and using eco-friendly packaging. Additionally, we focus on promoting the “Centenarian Club (Hyakuju Kai )(1)” and distributing our garlic supplement, “Meiraku Ajoene NS-38″(2), to support everyone’s health and longevity.

Using ingredients and raw materials certified as sustainable

• Use of RSPO Certified Palm Oil as sustainable ingredients.
• Increased Use of Forest-certified paper (FSC・PEFC).

A healthy mind in a healthy body, living beautifully, true to oneself

• “Centenarian Club (Hyakuju Kai )(*1)” Raising awareness campaign, promoting the concept of living healthily to 100 years.
• Investment in Social Bonds Issued by Japan Student Services Organization(JASSO)(*3 https://www.jasso.go.jp/en/index.html ).

Eco-Friendly Packaging

• Increased Use of Biomass Plastics.
• Increased Use of Biomass Inks.

(*1)The “Centenarian Club (Hyakuju Kai )” is founded in 1998 by the founder of Sujata Meiraku Group, Takashi Hibi, with the slogan “Aiming to reach 100 years of age in good health”, the association now continues its social activities with the theme of “Food, Beauty, Health + Environment” to realize the founder’s belief that “There is no happiness without health.”

(*2)The garlic supplement “Meiraku Ajoene NS-38″（Not for Sale） is a supplement containing ”ajoene”, a odorless component generated from garlic. It is made using manufacturing method developed by Sujahta Meiraku Group. The method is patented in Japan, the United States, the EU and China.

(*3)Investment in Social Bonds Issued by Japan Student Services Organization(JASSO) (https://www.jasso.go.jp/en/index.html ).

(*4)Note on Job Classifications in Japan:
In Japan, many companies classify new hires into two main tracks: General Career Track (“Sōgō-shoku”) and Clerical Position (“Ippan-shoku”).

• The General Career Track (“Sōgō-shoku”) is designed for individuals who take on broad responsibilities, rotate across departments, and are developed for future leadership roles.
• The Clerical Position typically (“Ippan-shoku”) involves administrative or support tasks within a fixed department, with limited prospects for promotion or relocation.

This classification system is unique to Japanese corporate culture and may not directly correspond to employment structures in other countries.

What is Biomass Plastic?

Biomass plastic is made from renewable organic resources like plants.
The main materials are sugarcane, corn, and cassava.

Why is Biomass Plastic Environmentally Friendly?

Fossil fuel-based plastics are hard to decompose and can create microplastics that harm marine ecosystems. Biomass plastics help reduce microplastics and lower carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Since the plants used as raw materials absorb CO2 during photosynthesis, even when burned, they help reduce overall CO2 emissions.

Sujata Meiraku Group Will Continue to Strengthen Environmental Measures

We plan to switch to eco-friendly packaging for all product categories. Beyond packaging, we are also using recycled paper for product flyers and implementing various eco-friendly initiatives.

Circular Use of Portion Containers

Achieving 100% Food Recycling

Utilization of “Okara”, Generated During Soy Milk Production

We primarily use organic soybeans to produce soy milk, minimizing environmental impact. The “okara” (Soy pulp remains after soy milk is squeezed) generated is 100% utilized as livestock feed, achieving zero waste. The “okara” from our Chiba factory is also used as feed for Wagyu beef producers in Chiba Prefecture, contributing to regional development.