Sushiro Receives the Order of the Blue Ribbon
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- Sushiro Receives the Order of the Blue Ribbon
- Sushiro has been awarded the Order of the Blue Ribbon for its donations to Mie Prefecture's Owase City through the corporate version of hometown tax as part of its sustainable management efforts.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 17, 2026
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Sushiro has been awarded the Order of the Blue Ribbon for its donations to Mie Prefecture's Owase City through the corporate version of hometown tax as part of its sustainable management efforts.
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- June 17, 2026
Sushiro has been awarded the Order of the Blue Ribbon for its donations to Mie Prefecture's Owase City through the corporate version of hometown tax as part of its sustainable management efforts.
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FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES (Headquarters: Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, Representative Director and CEO: Masaki Yamamoto, hereinafter 'F&LC') subsidiary, Sushiro Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, Representative Director and President: Kohei Shinki, hereinafter 'Sushiro'), as part of its sustainable management efforts, has been awarded the Order of the Blue Ribbon for its donations to Mie Prefecture's Owase City through the corporate version of hometown tax implemented in the fiscal year ending in September 2024. The presentation ceremony was held on June 12th of this year.
Order of the Blue Ribbon Presentation Ceremony at Owase City Hall (Left: Director Kazuo Araya of Sushiro Co., Ltd., Right: Mayor Chisoku Kato of Owase City)
Background of the Award
F&LC, with the vision of 'Changing the deliciousness of everyday life. Spreading joy to the world,' believes that sustainable (sustainable) initiatives that look to the future are essential to continue delivering safe and delicious food to customers.
In recent years, with the trend of decreasing marine fishery resources, while promoting sustainable management, 'sustainable procurement of marine products' is important, and while appropriately utilizing wild fish, we are strengthening our efforts in aquaculture business where planned procurement is possible.
One of these efforts is in collaboration with 'Owase Bussan Co., Ltd.,' an invested company that raises yellowtail and red sea bream, and we are engaged in various projects. Taking this as an opportunity, since 2024, we have been implementing donations to 'Mie Prefecture's Owase City,' where the base of the company is located, to protect its rich sea through the corporate version of hometown tax.
Other Awards for Donations to Municipalities As of June 17, 2026
Since 2023, we have been making donations to Mie Prefecture's Owase City, Kumamoto Prefecture's Amakusa City, and Toyama Prefecture's Asahi Town, and have received the Order of the Blue Ribbon a total of four times. This is the first time that Owase City has been awarded for its donations.
For more information on F&LC's sustainability: https://www.food-and-life.co.jp/sustainability/
Order of the Blue Ribbon Presentation Ceremony at Owase City Hall (Left: Director Kazuo Araya of Sushiro Co., Ltd., Right: Mayor Chisoku Kato of Owase City)
Background of the Award
F&LC, with the vision of 'Changing the deliciousness of everyday life. Spreading joy to the world,' believes that sustainable (sustainable) initiatives that look to the future are essential to continue delivering safe and delicious food to customers.
In recent years, with the trend of decreasing marine fishery resources, while promoting sustainable management, 'sustainable procurement of marine products' is important, and while appropriately utilizing wild fish, we are strengthening our efforts in aquaculture business where planned procurement is possible.
One of these efforts is in collaboration with 'Owase Bussan Co., Ltd.,' an invested company that raises yellowtail and red sea bream, and we are engaged in various projects. Taking this as an opportunity, since 2024, we have been implementing donations to 'Mie Prefecture's Owase City,' where the base of the company is located, to protect its rich sea through the corporate version of hometown tax.
Other Awards for Donations to Municipalities As of June 17, 2026
Since 2023, we have been making donations to Mie Prefecture's Owase City, Kumamoto Prefecture's Amakusa City, and Toyama Prefecture's Asahi Town, and have received the Order of the Blue Ribbon a total of four times. This is the first time that Owase City has been awarded for its donations.
For more information on F&LC's sustainability: https://www.food-and-life.co.jp/sustainability/
FAQ
Why did Sushiro receive the Order of the Blue Ribbon?
Sushiro received the Order of the Blue Ribbon for its donations to Mie Prefecture's Owase City through the corporate version of hometown tax.
Where was the Order of the Blue Ribbon presentation ceremony held?
The Order of the Blue Ribbon presentation ceremony was held at the Owase City Hall.
What kind of sustainable management is Sushiro promoting?
Sushiro is strengthening its efforts in sustainable procurement of marine products and aquaculture business.
To which other municipalities does Sushiro make donations?
Sushiro makes donations to Mie Prefecture's Owase City, Kumamoto Prefecture's Amakusa City, and Toyama Prefecture's Asahi Town.
Where can I find information about Sushiro's sustainability efforts?
Information about Sushiro's sustainability efforts can be found on the official website of F&LC.