Philosophy
Management Philosophy
Contribute to society through high-quality, innovative pharmaceutical products
Serve society through our employees
Management Vision
We aim to be an R&D-oriented pharmaceutical company that contributes to the health of people around the world through innovative pharmaceutical products.
Kissei Code of Conduct
We will contribute to the health and medical care of people around the world by providing ethical drugs and other high-quality, innovative pharmaceutical products.
Therefore, based on the following principles, we pledge to respect human rights in Japan and overseas, comply with and adhere to the spirit of all laws and regulations, and act with high ethical standards.
1. We will develop and provide products that are useful to society in all our fields of business. In the pharmaceutical business, we conduct drug discovery R&D and provide a stable supply of high-quality, highly useful drugs with excellent safety and efficacy.
2. We will conduct clinical trials with the cooperation of medical institutions, giving the utmost effort to respecting the human rights of patients, ensuring safety, and conducting trials with scientific rigor.
3. We will provide accurate, scientifically backed information domestically and overseas regarding product quality, safety, and efficacy to ensure the proper use of drugs, and we will promptly collect, analyze, evaluate, and then communicate information after manufacturing and marketing said drugs.
4. We will engage in free competition in a fair and transparent manner. We will also maintain sound and proper relationships with medical professionals, business partners, governments, and administrations.
5. We will work to promote communication with shareholders and society as a whole, actively disclose appropriate information inside and outside the Company, and increase the transparency of corporate activities.
6. We will give due consideration to the protection of personal information and take every possible measure to protect it in light of the progress of advanced information technology.
7. We will respect the diversity, character, and individuality of all employees, aim to increase their ethical standards and abilities, and ensure for them a safe and comfortable working environment.
8. We will take an active approach toward the environment and make efforts of our own volition in recognition that tackling environmental issues is an important matter for all humanity and is crucial to the survival of the Company and its activities.
9. We will engage in social contribution activities as good corporate citizens.
10. We will stand adamantly against antisocial forces that threaten the order and safety of civil society.
11. We will comply with all international rules and local laws when conducting international business. Furthermore, we will also respect local cultures and customs and work to contribute toward local development.
12. We will listen to voices inside and outside of the Company to establish an effective system and ensure corporate ethics are thoroughly enforced. Management, in recognition of its duty to maintain the spirit of this Code of Conduct and to therefore lead in a way befitting of the Code, will take painstaking efforts to disseminate it on a Groupwide basis and make certain it is understood by business partners.
13. If there is a violation of the Code of Conduct, top management will work to resolve any problems, investigate the cause, and make efforts to prevent recurrence. Furthermore, we will disclose information in a timely manner to the public, hold ourselves accountable, clarify the Company’s authority and responsibilities in light of the violation, discipline those responsible strongly, and accept discipline ourselves.
Kissei Group Human Rights Policy
1. Introduction
The Kissei Group endorses and upholds the concept of respect for basic human rights as stipulated in the Constitution of Japan. Respecting and supporting the fundamental human rights granted equally to all people as eternal and inviolable is the foundation of all our business activities. This Human Rights Policy provides a basic guideline for respecting the human rights of all people in all our business activities.
2. Basic Principles
We uphold the human rights standards established under the Constitution and laws of Japan and the laws of other countries, the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, and the international labor standards of the International Labour Organization (ILO).
In accordance with legislation, we respect all people as individuals and fully uphold and protect their rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
3. Prohibition of Discrimination and Violation of Rights
We recognize that all people are equal under the law, and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination or violation of rights based on gender, age, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, nationality, social status, or family origin.
4. Respect for the Right to Life
We recognize that all people have the right to maintain a minimum standard of wholesome and cultured living. We strive to eliminate diseases, poverty, discrimination, rights violations, conflicts, disasters, climate deterioration, environmental pollution, and other factors that hinder this right, and we do not contribute to such hindrances.
5. Prohibition of Forced Labor and Child Labor
We do not tolerate any form of forced labor or child labor. We respect and support the right of all workers to engage in work based on their own free will.
6. Right to Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining
We respect the right to freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining. We support the maintenance of an environment in which workers will not suffer any disadvantage when exercising their legal rights.
7. Improvement of Working Conditions and Workplace Environment
We provide a safe and healthy working environment in accordance with the law and maintain proper working conditions. We also strive to continue initiatives for the improvement of employees’ health and welfare.
8. Promotion of Diversity and Inclusion
We respect the diversity of employees and promote an inclusive workplace culture. We strive to provide a workplace environment in which all employees enjoy equal opportunities and can fully demonstrate their abilities.
9. Relationship with Local Communities
In conducting our business activities, we aim to cooperate with local communities to address social issues and contribute to their sustainable development. Through constructive dialogue with local communities, we strive to build relationships that foster mutual growth.
10. Responsibility for Supply Chains and Value Chains
In accordance with this Policy, we pursue respect for human rights throughout our supply and value chains. We strive to share a common understanding with our business partners and other parties and to maintain sound and transparent supply and value chains that are free of human rights violations.
11. Transparency and Accountability
In accordance with this Policy, we ensure transparency regarding our human rights initiatives and regularly disclose the progress of those initiatives. In the event that a human rights–related problem that violates this Policy arises in our business, we will respond promptly and appropriately, fulfilling our duty of accountability.
12. Continuous Improvement
We confirm and improve the status of implementation of this Human Rights Policy on a regular basis. We strive to continuously improve our implementation of the Policy, actively and appropriately incorporating information received from our officers and employees, business partners, and other stakeholders.
Through the implementation of this Human Rights Policy, we aim to contribute to the creation of a sustainable society.
April 1, 2025
Mutsuo Kanzawa
Chairman and CEO
Kissei Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
