Society
Society News
1 Providing Employment Opportunities That Embrace Diversity
Our corporate philosophy is rooted in “contributing to society through our business activities” and “pursuing the physical and emotional wellbeing of all employees.” For our group, addressing ESG and SDGs is a key management priority.
We clearly define in our Compliance Guidelines the values and behavioral standards that shape our aspirations for what kind of organization we aim to be in society and how our employees should conduct themselves.
With the support of many stakeholders, including our franchise partners, we operate approximately 800 stores both in Japan and overseas. While complying with all applicable laws and maintaining sound governance, each of our executives and employees is committed to acting with a strong sense of ethics. This is our foundational stance as we strive to fulfill our corporate social responsibilities alongside business growth.
2 Collaboration with Local Communities, Government, and Partners
We work in collaboration with government agencies, companies, and organizations to address a wide range of social issues, including resource conservation and reuse, vacant housing, and educational support for children. By building partnerships with various stakeholders, we aim to lead the advancement of a circular society together.
● Signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with the City of Sagamihara and registered as a “Sagamihara SDGs Partner”
● Concluded an agreement with Minamichita Town in Aichi Prefecture
● Sponsored SDGs DAY as a main partner of SC Sagamihara
● BOOKOFF held the tree-clad city Reuse Festival
● Collaboration with the City of Machida
● FURUSATO BOOKOFF
● Collaboration with the Tokyu Group
● Collaboration with the Odakyu Group
● Reclothes Cup: An Upcycling Design Contest Using Secondhand Clothing from BOOKOFF
● Collaboration with Miyagi Bunka Fashion College
● Collaboration with Tama Art University
Engagement with Local Society, Public Sector, and Partner Entities
3 Engagement in School Education
We develop educational curricula based on our reuse business and operations, offering a range of support programs and lectures tailored to different stages of learning—from preschool to elementary, junior high, and high school levels. These programs utilize the nature of the reuse industry to foster understanding and awareness.
● “School BOOKOFF” project combining SDGs education with career learning (Target: 4th–6th grade elementary students)
● Lecture programs for junior high and high school students
Our Commitment to School Education
4 Inspiring the Next Generation
● BOOKOFF Reuse academy
Selling or buying at BOOKOFF helps extend the life of items and reduce waste, contributing to society.
This is a key contribution to achieving SDG Goal 12: “Responsible Consumption and Production.”
This page introduces BOOKOFF’s environmentally friendly initiatives, as well as information about the SDGs and the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle).
BOOKOFF Reuse Academy– Japanese only
● Work experience program: “BOOKOFF Challenger” (Target age: 3 to 9 years)
Children can experience actual tasks carried out at BOOKOFF stores while receiving guidance from staff. They learn that the products on display are items sold to us by customers, and they get to understand how we carefully process these items to make them appealing for resale. With clear explanations from our store staff, kids can enjoy a hands-on and meaningful BOOKOFF work experience.
BOOKOFF Challenger– Japanese only
5 Relationship with society
● Donate Unwanted Items
● Sustainabook Project
● Supporting Athletes and Sponsoring Sports Events
● Relationship with Franchisees
● Dialogue with customers
