Message from the President

In today’s increasingly uncertain business environment, companies are expected not only to pursue business growth but also to create social value as an integral part of corporate management.
"At BOOKOFF Group, our Corporate Philosophy is:
“Contributions to society through our business activities” and
“Pursuit of employees’ material and spiritual wellbeing.”
To achieve this, we have defined our Mission as:
“Be a source of an enjoyable and prosperous life for as many people as possible.”"
Here, “as many people as possible” refers not only to our customers, but also to the employees and part-time staff who drive our business forward, the shareholders who support us with trust and expectations, and above all, the local communities where we operate.
Guided by this mission, we consider sustainability to be a core theme in our management.
As the global economy transitions from a traditional linear model—based on resource extraction, production, consumption, and disposal—to a circular economy aiming for 100% recycling and zero waste, our core reuse business plays a crucial role. We believe that expanding reuse in society contributes to the realization of a circular economy and, in turn, to a more sustainable future.
"To realize this mission, we place the highest priority on the development and growth of our human capital. By expanding our reuse and recycling businesses both in Japan and overseas, we aim to enhance the sustainability of society as a whole.
At the same time, we recognize that our own business activities also face sustainability-related challenges. We believe it is essential to address these issues head-on and engage in continuous improvement."
"To that end, we have established our Sustainability Basic Policy, which serves as a guiding framework for promoting ESG and the SDGs across the Group. We have also set forth our Human Rights Policy as a foundational principle based on our belief in “valuing people.”
We have long upheld the belief that the growth of individuals and the growth of the company are mutually reinforcing. Going forward, we are committed to creating a corporate model where the growth of the company and the advancement of sustainability are also mutually reinforcing. By promoting the growth of our people and business, we will strive to build a future where sustainability is realized alongside profit and purpose."

Yasutaka Horiuchi

President and CEO