We would like to inform you that as of July 2025, Masahiro Soeno will step down as president and assume the position of chairman, while Keigo Shibafu will take on the role of president.

The summer tradition of "mosquito coils" is said to be the original insecticide invented in Japan about 130 years ago, leading the world in this innovation. In 2013, it was registered as an important scientific and technological historical material (future technological heritage) by the National Museum of Nature and Science as "the world's first mosquito coil containing pyrethrum." The inventor is "Dainippon Jochugiku Co., Ltd.," affectionately known as Kinjirō. The company's products extend beyond just mosquito coils to include a wide range of professional insecticides used by us PCOs (pest control operators), such as Kinjirō ULV Emulsion S, professional cockroach extermination agents, and insect repellent devices. I had the opportunity to visit the company's founding location and mosquito coil factory, and I would like to report on it below.

The existence of fake websites impersonating our company has been confirmed. Our company has no connection whatsoever with these fake sites. Please be aware that if you access a fake site, there is a risk that your personal information may be unlawfully obtained. Additionally, since it is not possible to determine a fake site just by looking at the screen, we kindly ask you to always check the browser's address bar when using websites. ▼ Websites operated by our company Hōzu Shōji Co., Ltd. Hōzu Shōji Co., Ltd. (Ipros) Mushi Nai Rakuten Market Store Mushi Nai Yahoo Store - Our company's websites do not handle products other than pest control supplies for insects, vermin, and birds. We do not deal in consumables such as furniture, sports equipment, or household goods. ▽ The following sites have no relation to our company whatsoever. Please be careful not to purchase any products from them. It has been confirmed that they are using our product photos without permission and are listing them at a 30-50% discount, but we do not have any transactions with the companies listed below. Please be cautious. GHK Shopping Mida Richell Co., Ltd. HotSafe

We are pleased to announce that our company has obtained the "SDGs Business Certification" issued by the Japan SDGs Association, a general incorporated association. Our efforts towards achieving five of the 17 goals promoted by the SDGs have earned us the "SDGs Business Certification." We will introduce the specific initiatives over three communications. ◆ Goal 4: "Quality Education for All" ◆ Goal 11: "Sustainable Cities and Communities" ◆ Goal 12: "Responsible Consumption and Production" - To prevent the disposal of "sprayers," "mist machines," and "ULV machines" used for pesticide application, we have achieved a long-term design that can be used for over 10 years, and we conduct environmental education through product provision and maintenance training for customers. - To promote the use of recycled plastics in our products, we have incorporated them into the cartridge section of "Epsilon-EooMax30" and "Epsilon-LED" (insect traps). - By switching from fluorescent lamps to LED lamps in "Epsilon-LED," we have successfully achieved a significant reduction in power consumption.

We are pleased to announce that we have obtained the "SDGs Business Certification" issued by the Japan SDGs Association, a general incorporated association. Our efforts towards achieving five of the 17 goals promoted by the SDGs have earned us the "SDGs Business Certification." We will introduce the specific initiatives over three communications. ◆ Goal 3: "Good Health and Well-Being for All" ◆ Goal 8: "Decent Work and Economic Growth" - Obtaining certification as a health-promoting company. - Actively working to support and encourage employee health maintenance and promotion through participation in health check-ups, simple lifestyle assessments, lifestyle disease screenings, and programs such as "human dock" and "fasting training." - Implementing a healthy eating lifestyle system. Enabling the use of a "fixed-style company cafeteria" that offers a variety of nutritionally balanced prepared dishes to improve dietary habits. - Promoting the use of special leave systems beyond statutory holidays and improving working conditions to accommodate changes in employees' life stages. ● What are the "SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)"? These are international goals outlined in the "2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development," adopted at the United Nations Summit in September 2015.

We are pleased to announce that our company has obtained the "SDGs Business Certification" issued by the Japan SDGs Association. Our efforts towards achieving five of the 17 goals promoted by the SDGs have earned us the "SDGs Business Certification." We will introduce the specific initiatives over three communications. Goal 3: "Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages" We promote collaborative projects with relevant research institutions and industry organizations to establish effective surveillance and control measures for infectious diseases (primarily dengue fever, malaria, chikungunya, etc., transmitted by mosquitoes) and specific invasive alien species (such as fire ants and Argentine ants). ● What are the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)? The SDGs are international goals outlined in the "2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development," adopted at the United Nations Summit in September 2015. ● What is the "SDGs Business Certification"? The SDGs Business Certification is a system established by the Japan SDGs Association, which evaluates the efforts of various companies and organizations towards the SDGs as a private third party, protecting their credibility.

We are pleased to announce that our company has obtained the "SDGs Business Certification" issued by the Japan SDGs Association. Our efforts towards achieving the following five goals out of the 17 goals promoted by the SDGs have been awarded the "SDGs Business Certification." We will update the details of our specific initiatives on our news page, so please take a look. ◆ Goal 3: "Good Health and Well-Being for All" ◆ Goal 8: "Decent Work and Economic Growth" ◆ Goal 4: "Quality Education for All" ◆ Goal 11: "Sustainable Cities and Communities" ◆ Goal 12: "Responsible Consumption and Production" ● What are the "SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)"? These are international goals outlined in the "2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development," adopted at the United Nations Summit in September 2015. ● What is the "SDGs Business Certification"? It is a certification system established by the Japan SDGs Association, which evaluates the efforts of various companies and organizations towards the SDGs as a private third party, protecting their credibility.

We are pleased to announce that Hōzu Trading Co., Ltd. has received the Special Award from the 11th "Companies We Most Want to Cherish in Japan" Selection Committee. In our 60th anniversary year, we are grateful to everyone involved for this prestigious award. The guiding principles established by our former president are: (1) An organization that values dignity (2) Us, thriving and active (3) The foremost experts on the concerns of PCOs (pest control companies that are our clients) (4) The essence of a trading company is the information industry We have worked together as a united team under the "Spirit of Hōzu." This award is the highest tribute to our employees since our founding, who have strived to embody our admirable management philosophy, as well as to past leaders. We will continue to practice management that lives up to the honor of this award.