Workplace Heatstroke Prevention: Suntory to Strengthen Preventive Measures in 2026 with New Corporate Service Utilizing Vending Machines!

Suntory Beverage Solutions Ltd. launched "Jihanpi Ticket" on Friday, May 1, 2026, a corporate service that allows companies to distribute beverages to their employees using Suntory's cashless vending machine app "Jihanpi" at compatible vending machines nationwide. In recent years, the importance of heatstroke prevention in the workplace has been increasing due to the worsening hot weather conditions. Administrative bodies are also moving to strengthen measures for businesses; an ordinance revision aimed at preventing severe illness was made in 2025, and guidelines for strengthening preventive measures will be formulated in 2026, further increasing the demands on companies. Suntory has previously supported 15,500 businesses nationwide*1 with heatstroke prevention measures through initiatives such as heatstroke seminars, "DAKARA Water Station" heatstroke prevention vending machines, and "DAKARA PRO" heatstroke prevention beverages exclusively for corporations. This time, in response to requests from industries such as construction, transportation, and security, who voiced a desire to implement measures for employees working off-site, we developed the "Jihanpi Ticket" service. This service allows employees to receive beverages for free*2 from Jihanpi-compatible vending machines nationwide, making it possible to get cold drinks anytime. *1 As of the end of April 2026 *2 Corporate burden, post-paid according to usage ■ Overview: A corporate service that allows companies to distribute beverages to employees using Suntory's cashless vending machine app "Jihanpi" at compatible vending machines nationwide. ■ How to use: Companies distribute tickets to employees, who then exchange them for beverages at eligible vending machines. ■ Key Points: ① Available at "Jihanpi" compatible vending machines nationwide. ② Tickets can be customized according to usage purpose (usage period/day/time, number of distributions, maximum exchange amount per transaction). ③ Billed later based on actual redemptions at vending machines. ■ How to utilize: Can be used for various scenes in addition to heatstroke prevention. - Beverage distribution as employee welfare - Rewards for surveys - Novelties for internal and external events ■ CP One Japan LLC CP One Japan LLC, as the Japanese subsidiary of Coupang, Inc. (NYSE: CPNG), a Fortune 150 technology company listed on the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange), operates the "Rocket Now" food delivery service in Japan. With free shipping and service fees, you can quickly and affordably enjoy a wide variety of dishes, desserts, and drinks. The app has surpassed 5 million downloads in 15 months since its service launch*3 and continues to grow. *3 As of service release on January 14, 2025 (Source: Global Market Intelligence: Sensor Tower) Reason for introduction: Rocket Now considers its delivery personnel, who deliver delicious food, to be its most important partners. By utilizing Suntory's cashless vending machine app "Jihanpi" and establishing an easy hydration environment, we will support our delivery personnel with heatstroke prevention and hydration, ensuring their safety and stable delivery to users. https://www.rocketnow.co.jp/ ▼ "Jihanpi" homepage: https://www.suntory.co.jp/softdrink/jihanki/jihanpi/ ▼ "Jihanpi Ticket" homepage: https://www.suntory.co.jp/softdrink/jihanki/jihanpi/ticket ▽ Customer inquiries regarding this matter "Jihanpi Ticket" homepage inquiry form https://www.suntory.co.jp/softdrink/jihanki/jihanpi/ticket/inquiry-form/ End