[Takashimaya] Notice Concerning the Conclusion of an Official Partnership Agreement with Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido
Takashimaya and Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido, have signed an official partnership agreement to promote regional resources and regional revitalization through product sales and talent development.
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Takashimaya Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Osaka City; President: Yoshiro Murata) and Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido (Mayor: Shin Kikuchi) announce that they have concluded an official partnership agreement aimed at multifaceted collaboration, including communicating the appeal of regional resources, building a sustainable community, and developing human resources for the next generation. Through this agreement, both parties aim to create new value and contribute to the local community while leveraging their respective strengths.
The Takashimaya Group promotes ESG management, aiming to balance the resolution of social issues with business growth, toward the realization of a sustainable society where all people can live enriched lives. Utilizing the customer base and cultural transmission capabilities cultivated as a department store, we have continuously undertaken initiatives to deliver the diverse appeals of regions to wide-area commercial zones, centered on urban areas.
As part of these efforts, our company has been steadily deepening our relationship with Higashikawa Town by promoting its local products and lifestyle charm. Specifically, we have showcased the multifaceted 'appeal of the region' through holding exhibitions at our stores featuring special products like rice, woodwork, and crafts from Higashikawa, hosting events focusing on the town's uniqueness such as its furniture industry and photography culture, and handling hometown tax return gifts centered on rice and furniture.
On the other hand, Higashikawa, known as the 'Town of Photography', is a region blessed with magnificent nature and abundant water, possessing diverse special products such as rice, sake brewing, and furniture. Furthermore, its progressive initiatives in promoting immigration, design, and education have garnered national attention. With an increasing number of people choosing to migrate or live a dual-base lifestyle between the town and the metropolitan area, it has become one of the few regions in Hokkaido experiencing population growth. The vitality and unique charm of this region highly align with our company's aspiration for 'unique provided value,' forming the foundation of our collaboration thus far.
Taking the conclusion of this agreement as an opportunity, we will promote new initiatives connecting cities and regions, such as providing content utilizing Higashikawa's cultural and natural resources, and implementing regional training for employees, in addition to exhibition sales of special products and sales promotion events. By combining the customer base and brand power held by the department store with the natural, cultural, and industrial resources possessed by Higashikawa Town, we will aim to build a new model of regional revitalization and proceed with continuous cooperation.
[Overview of the Official Partnership Agreement]
■ Name:
'Higashikawa Official Partnership Agreement'
■ Date of Conclusion:
April 3, 2026
■ Matters of Cooperation:
(1) Matters related to exhibition sales and sales promotion events of special products at Takashimaya stores
(2) Matters related to the implementation of regional training and exchange programs for employees
(3) Matters related to the implementation of lifestyle and cultural experience plans for customers
(4) Matters related to public relations and promotions contributing to the enhancement of both parties' brand value
(5) Matters related to the utilization of the 'Town of Photography' Higashikawa shareholder system and the corporate hometown tax system, etc.
The Takashimaya Group promotes ESG management, aiming to balance the resolution of social issues with business growth, toward the realization of a sustainable society where all people can live enriched lives. Utilizing the customer base and cultural transmission capabilities cultivated as a department store, we have continuously undertaken initiatives to deliver the diverse appeals of regions to wide-area commercial zones, centered on urban areas.
As part of these efforts, our company has been steadily deepening our relationship with Higashikawa Town by promoting its local products and lifestyle charm. Specifically, we have showcased the multifaceted 'appeal of the region' through holding exhibitions at our stores featuring special products like rice, woodwork, and crafts from Higashikawa, hosting events focusing on the town's uniqueness such as its furniture industry and photography culture, and handling hometown tax return gifts centered on rice and furniture.
On the other hand, Higashikawa, known as the 'Town of Photography', is a region blessed with magnificent nature and abundant water, possessing diverse special products such as rice, sake brewing, and furniture. Furthermore, its progressive initiatives in promoting immigration, design, and education have garnered national attention. With an increasing number of people choosing to migrate or live a dual-base lifestyle between the town and the metropolitan area, it has become one of the few regions in Hokkaido experiencing population growth. The vitality and unique charm of this region highly align with our company's aspiration for 'unique provided value,' forming the foundation of our collaboration thus far.
Taking the conclusion of this agreement as an opportunity, we will promote new initiatives connecting cities and regions, such as providing content utilizing Higashikawa's cultural and natural resources, and implementing regional training for employees, in addition to exhibition sales of special products and sales promotion events. By combining the customer base and brand power held by the department store with the natural, cultural, and industrial resources possessed by Higashikawa Town, we will aim to build a new model of regional revitalization and proceed with continuous cooperation.
[Overview of the Official Partnership Agreement]
■ Name:
'Higashikawa Official Partnership Agreement'
■ Date of Conclusion:
April 3, 2026
■ Matters of Cooperation:
(1) Matters related to exhibition sales and sales promotion events of special products at Takashimaya stores
(2) Matters related to the implementation of regional training and exchange programs for employees
(3) Matters related to the implementation of lifestyle and cultural experience plans for customers
(4) Matters related to public relations and promotions contributing to the enhancement of both parties' brand value
(5) Matters related to the utilization of the 'Town of Photography' Higashikawa shareholder system and the corporate hometown tax system, etc.