[Employee Benefits] E-Fran Hosts 'Soba Making & Premium Yakiniku' Company Bus Tour in Yamanashi

E-Fran (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; President: Taishi Kamura; hereafter "the Company") held its monthly company bus tour as part of its employee benefits program. This tour took place in Yamanashi Prefecture, featuring authentic soba making at the "Kyodo Ryori Taiken Kyoshitsu Fujiya" and a lunch at the premium "YAKINIKU Wagyu Kai Rikyu," facilitating active interaction across departments and positions.

Hosted by Chairman Kikuo Watanabe, these tours are essential internal events designed for employees to refresh and strengthen bonds. With a unique plan every time, this tour allowed staff to spend time in Yamanashi's rich nature. Through such events, the company revitalizes internal communication between management and employees, fostering a unified environment for daily operations.

During the first half, employees visited "Kyodo Ryori Taiken Kyoshitsu Fujiya" in Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi, to experience soba making. Despite being a first-time experience for many, employees kneaded the dough, rolled it out, and cut the noodles with serious expressions. The process became a team-building activity filled with smiles and excitement over their homemade soba.

Later, they moved to "YAKINIKU Wagyu Kai Rikyu" to enjoy a luxurious lunch featuring strictly selected domestic Wagyu beef. Known for sourcing the highest quality meat available each day regardless of the region, the restaurant provided an excellent meal that offered a special refreshing experience for all employees.

A key feature of the bus tour is that Chairman Kikuo Watanabe hosts and accompanies the staff, sharing the same experience. On the bus, the Chairman actively participated in a "serious" karaoke battle and a bingo tournament with grand prizes. By eliminating organizational barriers, this flat relationship contributes to the company's strong organizational power.

E-Fran currently owns five limousine buses, which are utilized for various events, including bus tours. Operated by professional drivers from the company's vehicle management department, employees can enjoy these events safely and with peace of mind.

In the rapidly growing resale industry, E-Fran operates "Otakaraya," a leading specialty store chain for purchasing brand goods and precious metals, with over 1,810 stores worldwide (as of June 2026). Beyond its social contribution as a sustainable eco-business, the company projects a sales revenue of 200 billion yen for the current fiscal year. Its remarkable growth over the last five years has garnered attention from many job seekers.

E-Fran prioritizes creating an advanced labor environment aimed at "100% Employee Satisfaction." The company has implemented several initiatives highly regarded by employees.

■ Work-Style Reform
- Paid Leave Utilization Rate: 85.7%
The company believes that enriching private life allows employees to maximize their potential. Therefore, it has eliminated formal paid leave application forms to make it easier for all employees to take leave. Compared to the 58% average of general companies, the company has achieved a high utilization rate of 85.7%.