Renewing in-house aromatherapy project: Gentle changes to the work environment with seasonal scents

Central Bosai Co., Ltd. (Representative Director: Katsuji Itaya, hereinafter "Central Bosai"), a group company of Central Co., Ltd., has refined its in-house aroma oil project, which has been in operation since 2025, and has begun planning and producing original aroma oils. **We want employees to have mental space even in fleeting moments.** Previously, this project involved procuring existing aroma oils and deploying them internally. However, to further enhance value, Central Bosai has planned original blend aroma oils in cooperation with "Haya" fragrance designer Ms. Nakamura. Currently, in addition to four existing products, two types of original aroma oils are permanently installed. The content of the original oils is refreshed every two months, creating an environment where employees can continuously enjoy new scents. The concept of the original aroma oils is "the changing of seasons." They are designed not only to alleviate discomfort and provide refreshment but also to allow employees returning from work sites or sales calls, or those in back-office roles busy with daily tasks, to feel the changes of the four seasons in a casual moment, bringing a little more mental space. Indeed, internal feedback includes comments such as "It provides an opportunity for a change of pace," "The impression during visitor reception has improved," and "Time spent in the office feels more comfortable," confirming its contribution to improving the quality of the work environment. **Branding through in-house design.** In addition to concept creation, Central Bosai employees are also responsible for designing the pop-ups used for display and the lighting. The subtle colors express the transition of the seasons and mental space, enhancing its presence as an in-house brand. - "Sakura Gasane": From a color combination that heralds the arrival of spring. A scent reminiscent of spring light, where pale, gentle mountain cherry blossoms and budding young leaves overlap. - "Hatsuniji" (First Rainbow): Rain falling after cherry blossoms, and the first rainbow appearing in the sky. A scent reminiscent of fleeting light and the transparent air after the rain. **Background of the initiative.** Central Bosai has been working to improve the quality of its office space as part of creating a comfortable working environment for all employees, regardless of job type or gender. In particular, we believe that a clean and comfortable space contributes not only to daily work efficiency but also to psychological peace of mind and ease of work. Furthermore, from the perspective of creating an environment where diverse talent can thrive, we are conscious of creating an office that is not bound by traditional workplace images. And, the introduction of welfare measures is not an end in itself; it is important that their value is continuously felt. Therefore, this project decided to regularly and uniquely refresh products so that employees can feel freshness and enjoyment in their daily lives. Central Bosai views architectural disaster prevention from both the "Building Standards Act" and the "Fire Service Act," with a mission to protect the safety of buildings and the people involved with them. In this aromatherapy project, we re-examined the working environment itself and worked to create a comfortable space for each employee. As a company that "protects the future of people and buildings," we will continue to focus on the comfort of those who work within them, aiming to provide more essential value. Ayaka Nakamura, Haya Fragrance Designer The representative, with experience as a hotel proprietress, encountered scents through her hospitality, which embraced the rich four seasons and the blessings of plants. She personally visits production areas, values the story of the materials, and handles everything from distillation to blending, working as Haya's representative fragrance designer and female scent distiller. In addition to developing her own brand, she actively engages in OEM and holds workshops, handling all aspects of scent production. Currently, while proposing a rich life with natural scents and a well-being lifestyle, she is advancing the "Project to create scents for 47 prefectures and travel Japan through scents," disseminating the charm of Japanese scents. Haya Website: https://studion.me/ Central Co., Ltd. Location: 4-1142 Senonji, Nakagawa-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Representative: Katsuji Itaya Established: October, Reiwa 7 (2025) Business Activities: - Formulation and execution of management strategies for subsidiaries - Provision of management support and consulting services to subsidiaries - Implementation of human resource development and education programs, etc. Capital: 10 million yen Legal Advisor: Yoshito Hida, Attorney at Terukuni Law Office Main Banks: MUFG Bank, Aichi Bank, Nagoya Bank, Chukyo Bank