Kirala Selected for the First Time in GPTW® Japan's 'Great Place to Work' Certification Program, Surveying Over 21,000 Companies in Approx. 170 Countries!
Kirala Co., Ltd. has been recognized as a 2026 'Great Place to Work' certified company by GPTW Japan on its first entry, highly evaluated for ease of taking leave and employee pride in the business.
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Guided by the philosophy 'One shines, We Shine, All Shines,' Kirala Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Keizo Nakajima; hereinafter 'Kirala'), which provides total lifestyle products, announces its selection as a 2026 'Great Place to Work-Certified' company by Great Place to Work® Institute Japan (Location: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Yoko Arakawa), an organization that surveys the job satisfaction of over 21,000 companies in 170 countries worldwide.
'Great Place to Work-Certified Company' Evaluated by Employee Trust, Pride, and Camaraderie
A 'Great Place to Work-Certified Company' is a certification granted to companies whose employee survey scores meet a certain standard in a survey conducted by Great Place to Work® Institute Japan.
According to Great Place to Work® Institute Japan's definition, a 'Great Place to Work' is a company where every employee can feel trust, pride, and camaraderie. A key feature is that it emphasizes not only the comprehensiveness of systems and benefits but also the reality of daily work styles, human relationships, and organizational culture.
Kirala's Top 3 'Job Satisfaction Points' Among Employees Ranging from Their 20s to 50s
[Top 3 Highly Evaluated Job Satisfaction Points]
1. 'Easy to take leave'
2. 'Proud of the company's business'
3. 'Treated fairly regardless of race'
In addition, we received high marks in terms of 'engagement' and 'hospitality,' with feedback such as 'People spare no effort to accomplish their work' and 'There is an atmosphere of welcoming newcomers.'
Aiming to be the 'Company Overflowing with the Most Employee Love in the World'
Tomomi Uchiike
Executive Officer, People Experience Division
All of Kirala's initiatives are based on our philosophy. The 'employee love' we envision is a state where each and every person genuinely loves working at this company and is satisfied.
Based on the insights gained from this survey, we will accelerate the evolution of our organization. We aim to be a company where employees can demonstrate their respective strengths and shine as their true selves through connections with those around them.
Specific Initiative Examples
Initiatives for 'Ease of Working'
'Annual Holidays': Increased from 110 days in FY2022 to 123 days in FY2025
'Flex System': Starting in 2025 (excluding some shift-based departments)
'Telework System': Characterized by being left to the discretion of each department
'Welcome 5': 5 days of special paid leave granted immediately upon joining the company
'Gift of One Favorite Product': Applicable to everyone upon joining
'VISA Renewal Fees': For foreign national members. Fully covered by the company
Initiatives for 'Sense of Purpose'
'Kirala Campus': Learning opportunities that lead to leveling up as a business person
'Open the Door': Short sessions using lunch/cafe time themed around 'learning from executives'
'Link Point': A forum to discuss business challenges through cross-departmental connections
'Cross Connect': A leader nomination system to gain new perspectives and insights from supervisors other than one's direct manager
Kirala's 'Job Satisfaction' According to Employees
- Values philosophy and ways of thinking
- Evaluates people who take on challenges
- A system where part-time workers, just like full-time employees, participate and tackle the same issues as team members
- The evaluation system design is disclosed to all layers and is open
- Achievements are evaluated with easy-to-understand criteria for everyone, and returned as compensation
- Regardless of tenure, opportunities for challenges are given, allowing individuals to gain experiences that lead to their own growth
- An environment is established where those who proactively take action and continue to challenge themselves without fear of failure can thrive
Why not work together at the growing venture Kirala?
Our company has a culture that fully supports people full of challenging spirit, regardless of age, gender, or nationality. We also have an environment that properly evaluates and rewards achievements, so you can enjoy your own growth while tackling your work.
We are currently looking for colleagues to work with us. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us first!
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Kirala Co., Ltd. develops the Life brand 'Kirala,' which delivers a safe and comfortable life, and the Beauty brand 'STELLA BEAUTE,' which operates under the theme of 'democratizing beauty devices.' Through both brands, we contribute to society as a whole by providing 100 years where each individual shines vividly through our products, businesses, and services.