DUSKIN and Gunma Prefecture Conclude Agreement to Provide Rental Equipment and Hygiene-Related Services During Disasters
DUSKIN concluded an agreement with Gunma Prefecture on May 11, 2026, to provide rental equipment and hygiene-related services during disasters. This aims to support the establishment of hygienic environments in shelters during disasters and protect the lives and health of affected people.
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DUSKIN Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Suita City, Osaka; President: Hiroyuki Okubo; hereinafter, DUSKIN) concluded an agreement with Gunma Prefecture on May 11, 2026 (Monday), regarding the provision of rental equipment and services during disasters (hereinafter, "this Agreement").
The purpose of this Agreement is for DUSKIN to utilize the rental equipment and hygiene services it possesses at its nationwide bases to support Gunma Prefecture in establishing hygienic environments in shelters operated by municipalities when disasters or large-scale accidents occur, thereby protecting the lives and health of affected people.
Since DUSKIN Rent-All (comprehensive event support and rental of various goods; hereinafter, DUSKIN Rent-All) launched its "Disaster Support Service" in July 2022, DUSKIN has been actively promoting the conclusion of agreements with local governments nationwide. With this Agreement, the number of municipalities with which agreements have been concluded has reached 105.
■ Overview of this Agreement
1. Purpose
To protect the lives and health of affected people by utilizing the provision of rental equipment and hygiene-related products and services offered by DUSKIN Co., Ltd., in order for Gunma Prefecture to support the equipment and hygiene environment in shelters operated by municipalities during disasters.
2. Details of Cooperation
Upon request from Gunma Prefecture, DUSKIN Co., Ltd. will endeavor to supply as much as possible.
・Provision of rental equipment necessary for shelters, etc.
・Provision of service work such as cleaning and disinfection.
3. Flow from Cooperation Request to Support
① Gunma Prefecture or municipalities request DUSKIN for cooperation regarding rental equipment and hygiene services.
② DUSKIN responds regarding inventory status and feasibility.
③ DUSKIN cooperates with Gunma Prefecture or municipalities to provide rental equipment and hygiene services.
④ Gunma Prefecture or municipalities pay fees based on the agreement.
Comment from Mr. Takeshi Iizuka, Director of Crisis Management, Gunma Prefecture:
We express our deep gratitude to everyone who contributed to the conclusion of this Agreement. We have received cooperation from DUSKIN Co., Ltd. for the rental of equipment, provision of hygiene-related services, and support for shelter opening drills during disasters, leveraging their network and expertise. This Agreement will contribute to improving the quality of life in shelters and preventing disaster-related deaths, which we find very reassuring.
Comment from Mr. Daisuke Wada, North Kanto Regional General Manager, Sales Division, Visiting Sales Group, DUSKIN Co., Ltd.:
We express our deep gratitude to Gunma Prefecture and all concerned parties for this agreement. Our company will provide an environment that supports the preparation and setup of necessary equipment for shelters, as well as hygiene management and consideration for the health of evacuees, so that local residents can use them with peace of mind. We will strive to strengthen cooperation with local governments and contribute further to the local community during disasters.
■ About "DUSKIN Rent-All" https://event.kasite.net/
Started in 1978, it is a comprehensive event support and general rental business for various goods. With the business concept of "proposing valuable and rich lives that are environmentally friendly through rental," it leverages its extensive track record and know-how cultivated over many years to support the operation of various events such as exhibitions and marathons. For households, it rents daily necessities such as baby beds and child seats. Since July 2022, it has been developing "Disaster Support Services" to accelerate its efforts in disaster prevention and mitigation.
・About "Disaster Support Services": https://event.kasite.net/lp/government/disaster/
・DUSKIN Co., Ltd.: https://www.duskin.co.jp/
The purpose of this Agreement is for DUSKIN to utilize the rental equipment and hygiene services it possesses at its nationwide bases to support Gunma Prefecture in establishing hygienic environments in shelters operated by municipalities when disasters or large-scale accidents occur, thereby protecting the lives and health of affected people.
Since DUSKIN Rent-All (comprehensive event support and rental of various goods; hereinafter, DUSKIN Rent-All) launched its "Disaster Support Service" in July 2022, DUSKIN has been actively promoting the conclusion of agreements with local governments nationwide. With this Agreement, the number of municipalities with which agreements have been concluded has reached 105.
■ Overview of this Agreement
1. Purpose
To protect the lives and health of affected people by utilizing the provision of rental equipment and hygiene-related products and services offered by DUSKIN Co., Ltd., in order for Gunma Prefecture to support the equipment and hygiene environment in shelters operated by municipalities during disasters.
2. Details of Cooperation
Upon request from Gunma Prefecture, DUSKIN Co., Ltd. will endeavor to supply as much as possible.
・Provision of rental equipment necessary for shelters, etc.
・Provision of service work such as cleaning and disinfection.
3. Flow from Cooperation Request to Support
① Gunma Prefecture or municipalities request DUSKIN for cooperation regarding rental equipment and hygiene services.
② DUSKIN responds regarding inventory status and feasibility.
③ DUSKIN cooperates with Gunma Prefecture or municipalities to provide rental equipment and hygiene services.
④ Gunma Prefecture or municipalities pay fees based on the agreement.
Comment from Mr. Takeshi Iizuka, Director of Crisis Management, Gunma Prefecture:
We express our deep gratitude to everyone who contributed to the conclusion of this Agreement. We have received cooperation from DUSKIN Co., Ltd. for the rental of equipment, provision of hygiene-related services, and support for shelter opening drills during disasters, leveraging their network and expertise. This Agreement will contribute to improving the quality of life in shelters and preventing disaster-related deaths, which we find very reassuring.
Comment from Mr. Daisuke Wada, North Kanto Regional General Manager, Sales Division, Visiting Sales Group, DUSKIN Co., Ltd.:
We express our deep gratitude to Gunma Prefecture and all concerned parties for this agreement. Our company will provide an environment that supports the preparation and setup of necessary equipment for shelters, as well as hygiene management and consideration for the health of evacuees, so that local residents can use them with peace of mind. We will strive to strengthen cooperation with local governments and contribute further to the local community during disasters.
■ About "DUSKIN Rent-All" https://event.kasite.net/
Started in 1978, it is a comprehensive event support and general rental business for various goods. With the business concept of "proposing valuable and rich lives that are environmentally friendly through rental," it leverages its extensive track record and know-how cultivated over many years to support the operation of various events such as exhibitions and marathons. For households, it rents daily necessities such as baby beds and child seats. Since July 2022, it has been developing "Disaster Support Services" to accelerate its efforts in disaster prevention and mitigation.
・About "Disaster Support Services": https://event.kasite.net/lp/government/disaster/
・DUSKIN Co., Ltd.: https://www.duskin.co.jp/