About Kao

To realize a Kirei World in which all life lives in harmony

For this Purpose, 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.

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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.

Kao by the Numbers​

Consolidated net sales

1,532.6billion yen

FY2023 ended December 31

Consolidated operating income

60.0billion yen

FY2023 ended December 31

EVA® (Economic Value Added)

14.9billion yen

FY2023 ended December 31

R&D expenses

62.6billion yen

FY2023 ended December 31

Products sold

over 100 countries and regions

As of December 31, 2023

Employees

34,257

As of December 31, 2023

Patents held

approx. 15,000

As of December 31, 2023

Trademarks held

approx. 22,000

As of December 31, 2023

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.

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