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Standing shoulder to shoulder with people and communities, moving forward together
People are always at the heart of everything we do.
This includes customers who visit our establishments, our colleagues, and the members of the local community who support us. Creating an environment where all of these people can feel comfortable with a smile on their faces is our most important responsibility.
Our initiatives include fostering workplaces that respect gender and individuality, contributing to the community with our sights set on the next generation, caring for the environment, and driving digital transformation that prioritizes people. We will continue to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.
Diversity & Inclusion
A workplace where you can express your individuality
Every day, our establishments welcome customers from diverse backgrounds. Similarly, we believe that our workforce is rich in diversity, and that a workplace where each person can bring their unique qualities to the table is the source of new value.
We strive to ensure that every individual has the opportunity to contribute to the fullest, regardless of gender, age or disability.
Promoting Women’s Participation in the Workforce
Female employees are making significant contributions at all levels, from the front lines to our corporate headquarters.We are working to create an environment where each individual can envision what they would like to do in their future careers and move forward with confidence. This includes holding regular seminars to build a more in-depth understanding of how to promote women’s advancement within the company.
Pursuing Diverse Work Styles
There are numerous changes we face at various stages of life, such as raising children or caring for family members. We strive to be an organization where employees can “continue doing the work they love” even as they navigate these changes. We have established flexible work arrangements, such as part-time options, that accommodate individual lifestyles, empowering employees to balance work and personal life and continue contributing to the company for the long term as they navigate life changes.
Percentage of female workers among all workers
Gender Pay Gap
(Wages as a Percentage of Men’s Wages)
Differences in Average Employment Duration Between Men and Women
Percentage of Women in Management Positions
Percentage of Women Among New Hires
(New Graduates)
Employment Rate for People with Disabilities
2.38% of the company’s total workforce
*The calculation of the base figure is based on the revised Act to Facilitate the Employment of Persons with Disabilities as of June 1, 2026 [figures reported to Hello Work annually on June 1]
Creating an Environment for Long-Term, Secure Employment
In order for every employee to perform to the best of their ability and continue to take on new challenges, a solid foundation of “physical and mental well-being” and a “work environment where they can continue to work with peace of mind” is essential. We strive to maintain and improve a workplace environment that helps eliminate anxieties and frustrations in daily life, so that everyone can approach their work with a genuine sense of security.
Supporting You Through Every Stage of Life
We strive to create an environment where the entire team supports each other through life events, offering continuous follow-up from parental leave to career development regardless of gender.
We have also established a “Job Return Program” that allows employees who have left the company, whether due to changes in their life circumstances or to pursue new challenges, to return and contribute their skills and experience once again. To date, several employees have successfully returned through this program.
Living a Fulfilling Life and Preparing for Every Contingency
To safeguard the physical and mental well-being of our employees and support a fulfilling personal life, we actively promote the reduction of overtime and the taking of paid leave. We have also implemented a “paid leave accumulation system” that allows employees to bank unused paid leave days for use in the event of illness or caregiving needs.
Furthermore, we provide an insurance plan offering financial support upon diagnosis of the “three major diseases”—cancer, myocardial infarction and stroke—as well as a system that subsidizes a portion of the costs for detailed medical examinations following regular health checkups. Through these measures, we are committed to establishing a comprehensive support system that ensures not only a healthy work-life balance but also stability in livelihood and employment during unforeseen circumstances.
Parental Leave Utilization Rate
*Parental leave utilization rate = Number of employees taking parental leave ÷ Number of employees whose spouse or themselves gave birth × 100
If the period of parental leave spans two fiscal years, it is counted in the fiscal year in which the leave began
*100% of eligible female employees take parental leave (including prenatal and postnatal leave).
Paid Leave Utilization Rate
Average Monthly Overtime Hours
Unless otherwise noted, all figures represent ALEPH’s non-consolidated results. Details regarding the reporting period, the group of employees covered, employment classifications and calculation methods are provided in the notes for each item. Additionally, some figures are calculated based on ALEPH’s own criteria and may differ from calculation methods prescribed by law.
Protecting the Dignity of Workers (Preventing Harassment)
We are committed to preventing all forms of harassment to ensure that everyone can work in a healthy environment, true to themselves, without experiencing unjustified distress.
In addition to providing training and educational programs to prevent various forms of harassment within the company and maintaining a dedicated consultation service, we have established a system that, while valuing an attitude of gratitude and respect toward our customers, also takes a firm stance against unreasonable demands (customer harassment) that compromise the safety and dignity of our employees. Whether inside or outside the company, we ensure that no colleague is left isolated and that the entire organization works together to protect one another, thereby creating a workplace where everyone can work with peace of mind.
Contributing to the Local Community
Our business is made possible by the support of our local community. That is why we believe it is our mission to go beyond the confines of our locations, put down roots in the community, and work together to build a sustainable future. We are spreading joy through activities that nurture the children who will shape the future and revitalize our local communities.
Integrated and Experiential Learning for the Next Generation
In supporting the children who will shape the future of our society, we collaborate with schools to facilitate “Integrated Learning Time” and provide hands-on learning experiences that engage all five senses, so that children can truly appreciate the blessings of nature and the importance of life.
Public Speaking to Share Our Experience and Vision
In order to raise broad awareness of our corporate environmental initiatives and our commitment to building a sustainable society, we actively give presentations at schools, in local communities and at various forums.
Environmental Events and Local Exhibitions Fostering Smiles
To develop local communities and raise environmental awareness, we actively participate in environmental outreach events and showcase our offerings at events that highlight the region’s appeal. We value the opportunity to interact directly with local residents through food and hands-on experiences.
Digital Transformation for Restaurants, Factories and Organizations Paving the Way for the Future
We are actively promoting the adoption of digital technologies and automation systems. The most important aspect of our digital transformation is that people are always at the center of everything we do. We strive to create spaces where our customers can feel more comfortable and environments where team members on the front lines can work with peace of mind. These efforts lead to improved operational efficiency, as well as sustainable restaurant operations and factory production.
Taking on Digital Transformation and Robotics at our Restaurants
To provide our customers with a more comfortable and seamless dining experience, we are actively moving forward with digitizing and automating our restaurants. We are also implementing and testing these initiatives with the goal of reducing physical strain and the risk of accidents, as well as creating a more comfortable work environment through improved operational efficiency.
- Providing a Pleasant Dining Experience
We are boosting convenience by introducing features such as tabletop ordering and self-service payment machines, aiming to reduce customer wait times. - Support Through Robotics Technology
We are exploring the use of robotics technology, including food-serving robots, to systematically handle routine and physically demanding tasks.
This creates greater peace of mind on the job, allowing employees to focus further on communicating with customers and providing heartfelt hospitality. This generates a heartwarming virtuous cycle that we value deeply.
Factory Digital Transformation and Automation Initiatives
Our manufacturing sites, which sustain safe and reliable food production, are implementing automation systems and robotics technology to maintain consistent quality, reduce the physical strain on factory workers and ensure their safety.
- Automation and Labor-Saving Measures on Production Lines
By having advanced robotic systems handle the transport of heavy loads and repetitive, simple tasks, we aim to reduce physical strain on workers as well as the risk of accidents. - Introducing assistance devices
We are developing and introducing assistance devices in our factories in order to reduce the heavy labor for tasks like unpacking our patty’s ingredients and moving them to the thawing carts.
We aim to address labor shortages, prevent workplace accidents, and create an environment where everyone can work safely.
We place great importance on creating a manufacturing environment where employees can continue to work safely, comfortably and in good health by leveraging systems to support physically demanding tasks.
Back-Office Digital Transformation
In order to provide support to the restaurants and factories from headquarters and to enhance the sustainability of the entire organization, we are simultaneously advancing the digital transformation and operational reform of our back-office functions.
- Promoting Paperless Operations and Automation
We are digitizing documents and automating routine tasks, working to reduce the burden of administrative work. - Enabling Flexible Work Styles
By promoting integrated data management and other initiatives, we are increasing the pace of work across the entire organization. We are creating an environment that reduces the workload for each employee, allowing them to focus on more creative and valuable tasks.