Rehab, a Nursing Care Tech Company, Certified as 'Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2026'
Making 'Health First' a corporate culture.
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Rehab for JAPAN, Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Ryo Okubo; hereinafter 'the Company'), operator of the scientific nursing care software 'Rehab Cloud,' is pleased to announce that it has been certified as a 'Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2026 (Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Category)' by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Nippon Kenko Kaigi.
Since receiving the 'Silver Certification' from the Japan Health Insurance Association on July 24, 2025, the Company has continuously practiced management that prioritizes employee health and implemented unique health promotion measures. This certification recognizes the Company's deployment of health initiatives leveraging the expertise of in-house professionals such as physical therapists, and the cultivation of a culture where employees take the lead in health promotion.
[What is the 'Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization Recognition Program'?]
This program evaluates and recognizes companies that view employee health management from a management perspective and implement it strategically. It is operated jointly by METI and the Nippon Kenko Kaigi, certifying outstanding large and small-to-medium enterprises annually.
[Our Health Management Initiatives: Making 'Health First' a Culture]
Under the vision of 'Dreams and excitement for everyone involved in nursing care,' we operate our business with the goal of extending healthy life expectancy. We believe employee health is a vital management foundation for a startup to continuously create value, and the motto 'Health First' is deeply rooted in our culture.
[Key Initiatives (Excerpt)]
- Knowledge sharing by professionals: Regular distribution of reliable 'Health TIPS' selected by in-house physical therapists.
- Employee-led communication: Employees voluntarily share health information on a dedicated 'Health Channel' in our internal communication tool.
- Visual awareness: Original posters on themes like sleep, stretching, and hydration to promote behavioral change.
- Exercise habit support: Company-wide 'Step Count Challenge' to create exercise opportunities through gamification.
- Mental health measures: Annual 'Line Care Training' for management to improve psychological safety.
- Data-driven improvement: Visualizing health issues through regular surveys to implement targeted measures.
[Future Outlook]
In an aging Japan, the nursing care industry faces challenges such as labor shortages and difficult working environments. Balancing employee health and productivity is a crucial theme for the industry's sustainability. As a company aiming for 'scientific nursing care,' we intend to return our insights to the industry by becoming a practitioner of health management ourselves. With this certification as a stepping stone, we will continue to pursue an environment where employees can challenge themselves in their best condition, striving to improve well-being in the nursing care industry and realize our vision.
Since receiving the 'Silver Certification' from the Japan Health Insurance Association on July 24, 2025, the Company has continuously practiced management that prioritizes employee health and implemented unique health promotion measures. This certification recognizes the Company's deployment of health initiatives leveraging the expertise of in-house professionals such as physical therapists, and the cultivation of a culture where employees take the lead in health promotion.
[What is the 'Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization Recognition Program'?]
This program evaluates and recognizes companies that view employee health management from a management perspective and implement it strategically. It is operated jointly by METI and the Nippon Kenko Kaigi, certifying outstanding large and small-to-medium enterprises annually.
[Our Health Management Initiatives: Making 'Health First' a Culture]
Under the vision of 'Dreams and excitement for everyone involved in nursing care,' we operate our business with the goal of extending healthy life expectancy. We believe employee health is a vital management foundation for a startup to continuously create value, and the motto 'Health First' is deeply rooted in our culture.
[Key Initiatives (Excerpt)]
- Knowledge sharing by professionals: Regular distribution of reliable 'Health TIPS' selected by in-house physical therapists.
- Employee-led communication: Employees voluntarily share health information on a dedicated 'Health Channel' in our internal communication tool.
- Visual awareness: Original posters on themes like sleep, stretching, and hydration to promote behavioral change.
- Exercise habit support: Company-wide 'Step Count Challenge' to create exercise opportunities through gamification.
- Mental health measures: Annual 'Line Care Training' for management to improve psychological safety.
- Data-driven improvement: Visualizing health issues through regular surveys to implement targeted measures.
[Future Outlook]
In an aging Japan, the nursing care industry faces challenges such as labor shortages and difficult working environments. Balancing employee health and productivity is a crucial theme for the industry's sustainability. As a company aiming for 'scientific nursing care,' we intend to return our insights to the industry by becoming a practitioner of health management ourselves. With this certification as a stepping stone, we will continue to pursue an environment where employees can challenge themselves in their best condition, striving to improve well-being in the nursing care industry and realize our vision.
FAQ
What is the Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization Recognition Program?
A program by METI and the Nippon Kenko Kaigi that recognizes companies practicing strategic employee health management.
Why was Rehab for JAPAN recognized?
They were recognized for leveraging the expertise of in-house professionals like physical therapists and fostering a culture of employee-led health initiatives.
What is the company's future outlook?
They aim to share the insights gained from their internal health management practices with the entire industry to improve well-being in the nursing care sector.