"June 25th is Seafarer's Day": Japan Adoption Project Launches ~ Visible Appreciation for Invisible Work. ~

# June 25th is Seafarer's Day. Japan Adoption Project

June 25th is "Seafarer's Day (Day of the Seafarer)" designated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

In Japan, maritime cargo accounts for approximately 99.6% (by weight) of total trade, meaning our lives and industries are supported by maritime transport. Furthermore, domestic coastal shipping, which handles domestic logistics, accounts for about 80% of industrial basic materials.

While carrying out these important roles that support society, the work of seafarers is often hidden from daily life, and their roles and value are not fully recognized by society. AIS Inc. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO Hiroshi Ohura, hereinafter "AIS"), an IT manufacturer providing core systems for the maritime industry, has launched this project with the concept of "Visible Appreciation for Invisible Work." to raise awareness and establish "Seafarer's Day" within Japan.

This project is an initiative primarily led by AIS, aiming to share gratitude and respect for seafarers with society as a whole, and to contribute to the maritime industry. We will develop this initiative as an effort that companies, organizations, and individuals can voluntarily participate in.

Main Initiatives

① Collection and Public Release of Appreciation and Support Messages for Seafarers

We are widely soliciting appreciation and support messages for seafarers. Submissions are accepted from today until May 20, 2026, via the URL below. The received messages are scheduled to be released in June 2026 on YouTube's "Torakuru Channel" ↓. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCme5J6JT349DCg3Y_TdNn2Q

Personal names will not be disclosed, and company names will be listed in an index format (※) upon request. (※) The content of the submission will not be linked to the company name.

Post Appreciation and Support Messages Here ↓ For Corporations: https://senses-form.mazrica.com/webforms/?webformid=m1q54u0maojv For Individuals: https://senses-form.mazrica.com/webforms/?webformid=2Go0RuzY08YV

Image of Appreciation and Support Message Video

② Free Distribution of Posters and Promotional Goods (Limited to Corporations/Organizations)

For companies and organizations that endorse the purpose of this project, we will distribute posters and promotional ballpoint pens free of charge. Those who wish to receive them can apply via the dedicated form. *Limited quantity, available while supplies last. *This distribution is targeted at companies and organizations for the sake of smooth operation and to manage shipping burdens. Apply here ↓ https://senses-form.mazrica.com/webforms/?webformid=m1q54u0maojv

Promotional Poster

Promotional Ballpoint Pen

③ Provision of AIS-Produced Project Logo for Japanese Deployment

We offer the project logo data free of charge. Please feel free to use it for internal postings, public relations activities, events, etc. For this project, we will deploy two logos to raise awareness of "Seafarer's Day." One is the official project logo that expresses the philosophy and symbolism of "Seafarer's Day." It is inspired by a compass that guides navigation, representing the safety of seafarers and their vital role in supporting society. The other is the campaign logo that embodies the message "Visible Appreciation for Invisible Work." This project will focus on the official logo while fostering broad social empathy and understanding through the campaign logo.

June 25th Seafarer's Day Logo

Visible Appreciation for Invisible Work. Logo

④ Photo Spot Installation at Sea Japan

At AIS's booth "5D-20" at Sea Japan (held April 22-24, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight), we will set up a photo spot commemorating "Seafarer's Day." Please visit us at the venue.

Supporters (As of April 15, 2026) Toba National College of Maritime Technology, Japan Maritime Association, The Nautical Institute Japan, The Institute of Marine Engineers of Japan

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