Toru Nishiguchi

Mr. Nishiguchi has been at the forefront of Kao’s “Yoki-Monozukuri” philosophy for many years, leading product development—the core function of innovation—and marketing to effectively communicate the essential value of products to consumers.
More recently, he has overseen Kao’s Consumer Products Business, gaining deep insights into global competitive dynamics, evolving consumer and partner expectations, stakeholder demands, and the company’s strengths and challenges. He also has extensive global management experience, including leadership of key subsidiaries across Asia, particularly in China.
Since 2023, as Responsible of the Consumer Products, he has been driving the swift and decisive development of Kao’s Global Sharp Top business. He has spearheaded structural reforms in the baby diaper segment, improved profitability in the sanitary products business, and accelerated research and development and marketing through digital transformation (DX). Notably, in the hair care segment, he successfully led Kao’s rapid entry into Japan’s premium market, demonstrating strong results.
We are confident that Mr. Nishiguchi’s experience and expertise will contribute to Kao Group’s corporate value by strengthening the Board’s strategic planning, decision-making, and oversight.