Nojima Co., Ltd. Announces Over 100 Senior Employees Aged 65 and Above!

Nojima Co., Ltd. announced that its senior employees aged 65 and above have exceeded 100, providing opportunities for them to thrive regardless of age.

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Nojima Co., Ltd. (Representative Executive President: Hiroshi Nojima) is pleased to announce that the number of senior employees aged 65 and above has exceeded 100. Our company abolished the employment age limit in 2021 to allow employees aged 80 and above to continue working, based on our desire for them to continue to thrive as long as they are healthy and motivated, regardless of age. As of February 28, 2026, there are 102 senior employees aged 65 and above, of whom 4 are aged 80 and above. [Image: Graph showing the number of senior employees aged 65 and above] In July 2020, our company established the re-employment age limit at 80. However, there were requests from employees over 80 who wished to continue working beyond this limit. After interviews with the individuals and considering their health and work status, we decided to continue their employment, and consequently, abolished the employment age limit in October 2021. [Image: Graph illustrating the background of employment extension] ■ In-house newsletter "I am nojima Vol.9 March 2026" ~Embodying the 100-year life era. An 84-year-old who changed the company's retirement system, attracting global attention~ https://www.nojima.co.jp/support/koneta/114398/ "I am nojima" is a medium that conveys Nojima's philosophy, initiatives, and systems through the "people" who are active at Nojima. The 9th issue features an employee who, at over 80 years old, is still on the front lines of customer service and was the catalyst for Nojima's abolition of the employment age limit, highlighting their vibrant work life beyond the age barrier. [Image: Cover of "I am nojima Vol.9" featuring the 84-year-old employee] ■ April 2022: Second case of employment extension for employees over 80 https://www.nojima.co.jp/news/category/press/68669/ ■ July 2023: Third case of employment extension for employees over 80 https://www.nojima.co.jp/news/category/press/193068/ ■ August 2024: Fourth case of employment extension for employees over 80 https://www.nojima.co.jp/news/category/press/322071/ Nojima will continue to provide, as much as possible, "options" for senior employees with abundant knowledge, experience, and skilled operational abilities to work securely and long-term after retirement, aiming to realize a company where all generations can work comfortably.

FAQ

Why did Nojima abolish the employment age limit?

It was in response to requests from employees over 80 who wished to continue working, and employment was continued after considering their health and work status.

How many senior employees aged 65 and above does Nojima have?

As of February 28, 2026, there are 102 senior employees, with 4 of them being aged 80 or above.

What is the purpose of Nojima's senior employment system?

To provide options for senior employees with rich knowledge and experience to work long-term, aiming to create a company where all generations can work comfortably.