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About Kao
To realize a Kirei World in which all life lives in harmony
Our mission is “to create a world where all life can coexist and flourish.”
To this end, for us here at Kao, we consider sustainability as the only path forward. We—as a company dedicated to protecting future lives—aim to make a positive contribution to everyday life, to society, and to the planet.
Our Purpose and Value Creation
Introducing Kao’s purpose, aspirations, five commitments to the future to tackle social issues, and corporate philosophy.
Our Core of Management
We are striving to promote social contribution and sustainable development by placing ESG-Driven Management, corporate governance, risk and crisis management, and compliance at our core of management.
Consolidated net sales
1,551.1billion yen
FY2022 ended December 31
Consolidated operating income
110.1billion yen
FY2022 ended December 31
EVA® (Economic Value Added)
14.7billion yen
FY2022 ended December 31
R&D expenses
60.6billion yen
FY2022 ended December 31
Products sold
over 100 countries and regions
As of December 31,2022
Employees
35,411
As of December 31,2022
Patents held
15,002
As of December 31,2022
Trademarks held
23,938
As of December 31,2022
Brands (Consumer Products and Cosmetics)
71
As of December 31,2022
Kao Overview
Find out more about Kao, including our company profile, executives, and the locations of Kao Group companies.