How can I contact the Company regarding IR-related inquiries?
For inquiries related to investor relations (IR), please use the IR Inquiry Form on this website and complete the required information before submitting your inquiry.
What are the Company's credit ratings?
The Company has obtained the following ratings from Rating and Investment Information, Inc. (R&I):
- Issuer Rating (Long-term): A
- Commercial Paper (CP) Rating (Short-term): a-1
These ratings are effective as of October 3, 2025.
When did the Company transition to a Company with an Audit and Supervisory Committee, and why?
The Company transitioned from a Company with a Board of Corporate Auditors to a Company with an Audit and Supervisory Committee in June 2025.
The purpose of the transition was to strengthen the supervisory function of the Board of Directors and further enhance the transparency and objectivity of management by making Audit and Supervisory Committee members, who are responsible for auditing and supervising the execution of directors’ duties, members of the Board of Directors.
In addition, to further separate oversight from business execution, the Company substantially delegated authority for key operational decisions from the Board of Directors to Executive Directors. This enables faster decision-making and execution while allowing the Board to focus its discussions on medium- to long-term management strategy, sustainability, and other important management issues.
Are shareholders’ and investors’ views reflected in the Company’s management decisions?
Yes. The Company discusses feedback and opinions received from shareholders and investors at Board of Directors meetings and other management forums, and incorporates them into its management decisions.
In addition, feedback gathered through earnings presentations, small meetings, and IR meetings is regularly and timely reported to management and used to improve management practices. Examples include enhancing disclosures on the progress of financial strategies, including cash flow allocation, and expanding the range of disclosed performance indicators.
When was ITOHAM YONEKYU HOLDINGS established?
ITOHAM YONEKYU HOLDINGS Inc. was established on April 1, 2016, through the business integration of ITOHAM Inc. and YONEKYU Corporation.
What is the Company's management philosophy?
Guided by its Group Philosophy, "Through our business activities, we contribute to the realization of a healthy and prosperous society," the Group conducts its business operations with a focus on creating value for society.
For more information about the Company's vision for the future and the type of company it aims to become, please click here.
What is the relationship between ITOHAM, YONEKYU, and ITOHAM YONEKYU HOLDINGS?
ITOHAM Inc. and YONEKYU Corporation integrated their businesses on April 1, 2016, and established ITOHAM YONEKYU HOLDINGS Inc. as the holding company.
Today, ITOHAM Inc. and YONEKYU Corporation operate as subsidiaries of ITOHAM YONEKYU HOLDINGS.
In addition, since April 2023, both ITOHAM Inc. and YONEKYU Corporation have served as sales subsidiaries, primarily engaged in the sales of meat products and processed foods.
What businesses does the ITOHAM YONEKYU Group operate?
The ITOHAM YONEKYU Group operates two core businesses: the Processed Foods Business and the Meat Business.
In the Processed Foods Business, the Group offers a wide range of products, including ham, sausages, and prepared foods, under both the ITOHAM and YONEKYU brands. The Group serves customers throughout Japan, from Hokkaido to Okinawa, and also operates business bases in the United States, China, and Thailand. In addition to providing high-quality, safe, and reliable products, the Group works to enhance its manufacturing expertise and sales capabilities while building a sustainable logistics network.
In the Meat Business, the Group has established a comprehensive meat value chain covering the production, processing, manufacturing, and sales of meat and processed meat products. Leveraging its domestic and overseas production facilities, sales networks, and procurement capabilities centered on direct imports, the Group conducts business globally and strives to create new value for customers and society.
Where can I find information about the Company's history?
Information about the Company's history is available on the History page of this website. The page also provides information on the histories of ITOHAM Inc. and YONEKYU Corporation prior to the establishment of ITOHAM YONEKYU HOLDINGS Inc..
Where can I find a list of the Company's group companies?
A list of the Group's companies is available on the Group Companies page of this website. The page provides information on the Group's domestic and overseas companies, as well as their business activities.
Where can I find information about the Company's directors and executive officers?
Information about the Company's directors and executive officers is available on the Directors and Officers page of this website. The page also includes directors' career histories and the skills matrix.
What is the Company's policy on strategic shareholdings?
As a basic policy, the Company does not hold strategic shareholdings unless they meet certain criteria and are considered beneficial to maintaining and strengthening business relationships.
The Company reviews the rationale for holding each strategic shareholding after the end of every fiscal year. The results of this review are examined by the Group Management Committee and reported to the Board of Directors. If a holding is determined to lack sufficient rationale, the Company proceeds with its sale while engaging in dialogue and negotiations with the issuing company.
When exercising voting rights, the Company determines whether to support or oppose proposals based on a comprehensive assessment of whether they contribute to the issuing company's sustainable growth and enhancement of corporate value.
In addition, if a company that holds the Company's shares as a strategic investment expresses its intention to sell those shares, the Company will not take any action to impede such a sale.
What initiatives does the Company undertake to strengthen information security?
The Group is committed to strengthening information security through a range of measures. Every year, all employees participate in targeted phishing email training and security awareness education programs.
In addition, the Group continuously monitors external network communications and equips all devices with systems that automatically detect suspicious or unauthorized activities. The Group also conducts regular security audits by external organizations and implements appropriate corrective actions based on the audit findings to further enhance its information security framework.
What is the ITOHAM YONEKYU Group's sustainability policy and initiatives?
Guided by its Group Philosophy, "Through our business activities, we contribute to the realization of a healthy and prosperous society," the ITOHAM YONEKYU Group views contributing to a sustainable society as a fundamental part of its sustainability strategy.
To achieve this goal, the Group has identified seven material issues (materialities) and is working to address societal challenges through its business activities.
For more information on the Group's sustainability initiatives, please visit the Sustainability page of this website.
What is the ITOHAM YONEKYU Group's approach to corporate governance?
Based on its Group Philosophy, Vision, and Code of Conduct, the Company strives to address social challenges through its business activities and to remain a company that is trusted by all stakeholders.
To achieve this, the Company has established a highly transparent management structure with robust internal control functions across the Group. Its basic approach to corporate governance is to ensure appropriate management decision-making and the swift execution of business operations.
In addition, to support sustainable growth and enhance corporate value over the medium to long term, the Company has established the ITOHAM YONEKYU HOLDINGS Group Corporate Governance Guidelines.
For more information, please visit the Corporate Governance page of this website.
Where can I find the Integrated Report?
The Company's Integrated Report is available on the Integrated Report page of this website.