Dahlia, a comprehensive beauty trading company that continues to walk alongside beauty salons nationwide, has acquired 'Kurumin Certification' as a Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare-certified childcare support company.
Dahlia Co., Ltd., a comprehensive beauty trading company, announced on April 22, 2026, that it has acquired 'Kurumin Certification' based on the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising the Next Generation, as stipulated by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. This certification recognizes companies that have achieved targets in action plans to help employees balance work and childcare. Dahlia achieved all targets set for the period from September 2023 to August 2025, implementing initiatives such as expanding flextime and staggered working hours, extending short-time work for parents of children aged 3 and older, and making childcare leave paid. These efforts have resulted in a 100% parental leave utilization rate for women and 67% for men, and a 55% paid leave consumption rate, creating a secure working environment.
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Dahlia Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture; Representative Director: Shinichi Takagi; hereinafter, Dahlia), a comprehensive beauty trading company that provides total support for beauty salons, announced that it has acquired 'Kurumin Certification' on April 22, 2026, based on the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising the Next Generation, as stipulated by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
Acquisition of 'Kurumin Certification' based on the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising the Next Generation
'Kurumin Certification' is a system under the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising the Next Generation, where the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare certifies companies that have achieved targets set in their action plans to help employees balance work and childcare and meet certain standards.
Our company achieved all targets set for the planning period from September 2023 to August 2025 and acquired this certification.
Our Vision Behind Acquiring 'Kurumin Certification'
Dahlia, with sales as its primary business, has historically faced the perception that it is 'difficult to maintain work-life balance.' However, to realize Dahlia's goal of enabling everyone to enjoy life events and build long careers with pride in their work, we have worked together with our employees to acquire this certification.
Main Initiatives for 'Kurumin Certification' Acquisition
1. Company-wide expansion of staggered working hours and flextime systems
We introduced staggered working hours and flextime systems for all employees, expanding possibilities for diverse work styles.
2. Extension of short-time work system for employees raising children aged 3 and older
We extended the childcare short-time work system until the child's elementary school graduation year, introducing a work style that allows employees to be close to their children during their sensitive developmental years.
3. Paid childcare leave system
We made childcare leave paid, reducing the economic disadvantage caused by childcare leave.
Through these initiatives, the recent parental leave utilization rate has reached 100% for women and 67% for men. We have also achieved a 55% paid leave consumption rate, leading to improved effectiveness of our systems by creating an environment where employees can work with peace of mind.
Future Developments
We will continue to build a corporate culture where all employees can maintain work-life balance and work vibrantly. We believe this will be our solid foundation for continuing to provide unwavering trust and high-quality support to our client salons, even as times change.
Moving forward, we will actively promote the development of an environment and enhancement of systems where each employee can build their career with peace of mind, contributing to the overall appeal of the industry as a 'partner creating the future of beauty with salons.'
About Dahlia Co., Ltd.
Since its founding in 1946, Dahlia Co., Ltd. has been headquartered in Fukuoka and has expanded its bases nationwide, continuously supporting the infrastructure of beauty as a 'comprehensive beauty trading company (beauty dealer)' that diversely assists the growth of beauty salons. We conduct business that encompasses not only the distribution of beauty products but also education, management, and spatial design.
■ Main Businesses and Activities
• Provision of total solutions: We back up all phases of salon management, from wholesale of beauty products to salon opening and management consulting, store design, and promotion support.
• Education and studio operation: We have established studios at each of our nationwide bases, holding seminars throughout the year to improve hairdressers' skills and refine their sensibilities. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of talent in the industry.
• Creative dissemination: Through organizing Japan's largest beauty contest, we provide a platform for hairdressers to fully demonstrate their skills and sensibilities, contributing to the revitalization of the entire beauty industry.
【Company Overview】
Company Name: Dahlia Co., Ltd.
Representative: Shinichi Takagi, Representative Director
Headquarters: 4-3-25 Hakataekiminami, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Business Activities: Wholesale of beauty materials, beauty equipment, cosmetics, health foods, etc., and professional cosmetics.
Corporate Website URL: https://dalia.co.jp/
Acquisition of 'Kurumin Certification' based on the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising the Next Generation
'Kurumin Certification' is a system under the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising the Next Generation, where the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare certifies companies that have achieved targets set in their action plans to help employees balance work and childcare and meet certain standards.
Our company achieved all targets set for the planning period from September 2023 to August 2025 and acquired this certification.
Our Vision Behind Acquiring 'Kurumin Certification'
Dahlia, with sales as its primary business, has historically faced the perception that it is 'difficult to maintain work-life balance.' However, to realize Dahlia's goal of enabling everyone to enjoy life events and build long careers with pride in their work, we have worked together with our employees to acquire this certification.
Main Initiatives for 'Kurumin Certification' Acquisition
1. Company-wide expansion of staggered working hours and flextime systems
We introduced staggered working hours and flextime systems for all employees, expanding possibilities for diverse work styles.
2. Extension of short-time work system for employees raising children aged 3 and older
We extended the childcare short-time work system until the child's elementary school graduation year, introducing a work style that allows employees to be close to their children during their sensitive developmental years.
3. Paid childcare leave system
We made childcare leave paid, reducing the economic disadvantage caused by childcare leave.
Through these initiatives, the recent parental leave utilization rate has reached 100% for women and 67% for men. We have also achieved a 55% paid leave consumption rate, leading to improved effectiveness of our systems by creating an environment where employees can work with peace of mind.
Future Developments
We will continue to build a corporate culture where all employees can maintain work-life balance and work vibrantly. We believe this will be our solid foundation for continuing to provide unwavering trust and high-quality support to our client salons, even as times change.
Moving forward, we will actively promote the development of an environment and enhancement of systems where each employee can build their career with peace of mind, contributing to the overall appeal of the industry as a 'partner creating the future of beauty with salons.'
About Dahlia Co., Ltd.
Since its founding in 1946, Dahlia Co., Ltd. has been headquartered in Fukuoka and has expanded its bases nationwide, continuously supporting the infrastructure of beauty as a 'comprehensive beauty trading company (beauty dealer)' that diversely assists the growth of beauty salons. We conduct business that encompasses not only the distribution of beauty products but also education, management, and spatial design.
■ Main Businesses and Activities
• Provision of total solutions: We back up all phases of salon management, from wholesale of beauty products to salon opening and management consulting, store design, and promotion support.
• Education and studio operation: We have established studios at each of our nationwide bases, holding seminars throughout the year to improve hairdressers' skills and refine their sensibilities. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of talent in the industry.
• Creative dissemination: Through organizing Japan's largest beauty contest, we provide a platform for hairdressers to fully demonstrate their skills and sensibilities, contributing to the revitalization of the entire beauty industry.
【Company Overview】
Company Name: Dahlia Co., Ltd.
Representative: Shinichi Takagi, Representative Director
Headquarters: 4-3-25 Hakataekiminami, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Business Activities: Wholesale of beauty materials, beauty equipment, cosmetics, health foods, etc., and professional cosmetics.
Corporate Website URL: https://dalia.co.jp/