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NISSIN FOODS Group Declaration of Health and Productivity Management

NISSIN FOODS Group Declaration of Health and Productivity Management

"Bi Ken Ken Shoku"
-Eat wisely for beauty and health-

As the originator of the instant noodles industry, it is our important mission to contribute to the health and wellness of our customers through our foods.

To achieve this, our employees must be healthy. As the NISSIN FOODS Group, we will position our employees’health promotion and maintenance as a key corporate challenge, creating an ideal work environment to promote, encourage, and support their health.

Koki Ando
President & Representative Director, CEO
NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS CO., LTD.

Structure

Initiatives

Health and Productivity Management Strategy Map

To contribute to customers’ health through food, it is essential for each employee to maintain a balance between well-being*1 and high performance. Based on this idea, the NISSIN FOODS Group has established three key goal indicators (KGI) for health and productivity management: the job satisfaction score, presenteeism*2, and absenteeism*3. Among these KGIs, particular emphasis is placed on improving presenteeism scores*4, with the goal of achieving an average score of 95% through various measures.
We have formulated a Health and Productivity Management Strategy Map to visualize how each individual initiative contributes to achieving these KGIs, thereby promoting health and productivity management strategically.

• *1A concept that refers to an individual or group being in a good state physically, mentally, and socially
• *2A state of low productivity due to work with health problems
• *3A state of absence from work due to health-related issues
• *4 An indicator representing a decrease in work performance due to health-related issues. A lower score indicates a greater decline in work capability. Measured using the Japanese version of the WLQ (Work Limitations Questionnaire) developed by Tufts University School of Medicine.

Strengthening of Industrial Health Structure

Enhanced Health Checkups

We conduct health checkups with tests beyond those required by law for all employees for the early detection and treatment of lifestyle diseases. In addition, we analyze employee health checkup results and provide health guidance or consultations with industrial physicians as well as referrals to hospitals to employees who need medical examinations.
Starting from FY 3/2020, we have expanded comprehensive medical examinations for NISSIN FOOD PRODUCTS employees*1, which were previously limited to managers, and made available to employees who are 45, 50, and 55 years old.
We actively reach out to employees who require reexamination or detailed medical examinations based on the results of health checkups or comprehensive medical examinations to undergo such examinations. We also bear the full costs for these examinations. For cases where employees undergo treatment while working, we provide support to maintain a balance between work and their treatment through advice from the overseeing industrial physicians and industrial health nurses (public health nurses and nurses) according to consultation from the employee in question. At factories, the locomotive syndrome risk test*2, which is not included in regular health checkups, is conducted to prevent occupational accidents caused by falls among employees. For employees determined to have low mobility and a high risk of falling, fall prevention seminars are held.

• *1Employees of NISSIN FOOD PRODUCTS (including employees on temporary assignment to companies such as NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS, NISSIN CHILLED FOODS, and NISSIN FROZEN FOODS)
• *2A test that measures the degree of locomotive syndrome, a condition in which mobility is impaired due to disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

Fall prevention seminar (NISSIN FOOD PRODUCTS Kanto Plant)

Provision of 24-Hour Consultation Service

We have established a 24-hour consultation service in collaboration with external service providers, allowing employees and their families* to seek advice via email or phone on matters such as health, healthcare, nursing care, childcare, and mental health. In April 2018, NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS started providing a health consultation service for employees through industrial medical practitioners (industrial physicians, public health nurses, and nurses). In May 2020, the company also launched an online consultation service. By working closely with industrial physicians, we utilize the information gathered from these consultations to aid in disease prevention, recurrence prevention, and support for employees returning to work after a leave of absence.

• *Employees of Group companies in Japan (excluding some companies), spouses of employees and temporary employees, and family members supported by employees, temporary employees, or their spouses

Establishment of an Industrial Health Staff Structure

To make it easier for employees to consult about their health, we have assigned industrial physicians and public health nurses to various business sites, including NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS’ Tokyo Head Office and Osaka Head Office, "the WAVE," and plants directly managed by NISSIN FOOD PRODUCTS (Kanto Plant, Shizuoka Plant, Kansai Plant, Shiga Plant, and Shimonoseki Plant), and expanded the number of consultation service desks available.
Previously, one public health nurse was assigned per 2,000 employees. In FY 3/2026, the company strengthened the system by increasing staffing to one public health nurse per 1,000 employees. The goal is to further enhance the system to one nurse per 700 employees by FY 3/2028.
In FY 3/2025, 659 consultations (including post-medical checkup health guidance) were conducted by industrial medical practitioners. Additionally, since 2021, general meetings have been held twice a year for industrial medical practitioners. These meetings provide a platform to discuss their expected roles and share issues, measures implemented, and case studies of health guidance and consultations conducted at business sites in Japan.

Collaboration with the Health Insurance Association

NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS established the NISSIN FOODS Group Health Insurance Association in April 2024 for employees* and their families at domestic Group companies to more proactively manage health and productivity initiatives. This allows us to manage employee health and medical information (such as results of medical examinations and specific health checkups), which was previously managed externally, within the Group. The information is analyzed in a way that does not identify individuals and is used to develop measures for maintaining and improving employee health.
Specifically, the Group is promoting "collabo-health" initiatives in collaboration with business sites participating in the health insurance association, such as providing free dental checkups and subsidizing vaccination costs to support the improvement of well-being for employees and their families.

• *Employees of NISSIN FOOD PRODUCTS (including employees on temporary assignment to companies such as NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS, NISSIN CHILLED FOODS, and NISSIN FROZEN FOODS), UJI KAIHATSU DEVELOPMENT, NISSIN NETCOM, and NISSIN BUSINESS SUPPORT PLUS

Initiatives for Employees

To ensure that each employee can choose measures suited to their physical and mental condition and work towards better health, we have developed multiple measures across three categories: physical health, mental health, and work environment.

Initiatives for Physical Health

Since employees’ physical health forms the foundation for both well-being and high performance, we have implemented measures focused on themes such as exercise and diet. In particular, we have placed a strong emphasis on promoting exercise and addressing women’s health issues.

Exercise and Brain Age Study Project

1st Session

To encourage employees to engage in exercise, we asked 285 employees to participate in an initiative using the Apple Watch app, requiring continuous aerobic exercise for three months. Additionally, to examine the relationship between exercise and brain function, employees underwent a brain age assessment both before and after the exercise period. The results showed that employees who walked an average of 8,000 steps or more per day exhibited a trend toward a younger brain age.

	Samples (employees)	Average age (years)	Average change in brain age (years)
Below reference value*	115	39.6	-2.50
Above reference value*	130	46.7	-4.88

• *The reference value is set at an average of 8,000 steps per day.

2nd Session

To encourage participation from a greater number of employees, the initiative was implemented using not only an Apple Watch app but also a smartphone app. A total of 390 employees participated and continued aerobic exercise for one month. As in the previous session, changes in brain age before and after continued exercise were compared. The results showed that employees who participated continuously from the first session tended to have a younger brain age than those who participated for the first time in the second session, confirming that the longer the exercise continuation period, the greater the improvement in brain age. Based on these findings, we plan to continue implementing exercise promotion measures. (Participant satisfaction rate: 97.7%)

	Samples (employees)	Average number of steps (steps/day)	Average change in brain age (years)
Total participants	390	9,907	-2.56
Participants continuing from the 1st session	163	10,222	-2.73
New participants from the 2nd session	227	9,667	-2.44

【Related Indicators】

Percentage of employees maintaining an appropriate weight, percentage of employees with regular exercise habits

Women’s Health Issues

Women face various health issues depending on their life stages, including menstrual pain, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), infertility, pregnancy and childbirth, and menopause. To address these, we have created several programs under the theme "Plus One Option," which help resolve health issues unique to women, allowing them to choose programs that suit their individual situations. Additionally, we are working on raising awareness and providing correct knowledge to male employees who work alongside female employees.

Employee participation measures

・Implementation of online seminar on "Balancing work with fertility and infertility treatment" (100% participant satisfaction) ・Introduction of LINE consultation service with experts on fertility and infertility treatment ・Distribution of uterine flora test kits and ovarian age test kits for women (total of 60 participants) ・Implementation of an online seminar on "Basic Knowledge of Menopause for Men and Women" (85% participant satisfaction) ・Implementation of an online seminar on "Basic Knowledge of Female-Specific Diseases" (85% participant satisfaction) ・Implementation of online seminar on "Latest information on menstruation and PMS" (100% participant satisfaction) ・Company assistance of online consultations and pill prescription costs (for one year) (88.9% satisfaction rate among users)

Environmental improvements

・Implementation of napkin project: Installation of sanitary napkins in women’s restrooms and educational posters in both men’s and women’s restrooms ・Installation of a lactation space in the female employee rest area at the NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS Tokyo Head Office and the WAVE

【Related Indicators】

Number of women’s health seminars held, utilization rate of childcare and nursing care-related benefits, presenteeism

Health Measurement Events

To raise employees’ health awareness, we conduct events to measure items that are not included in regular health checkups, such as vascular age, bone health, body composition, oral health, autonomic nervous system function, and estimated vegetable intake. Industrial medical practitioners provide advice based on the measurement results, helping employees understand their health status and take proactive steps to improve their health. In FY 3/2026, the events were held at eight domestic business sites of the Group, with a total of 1,359 employees participating. (Participant satisfaction rate: 92.7%)

【Related Indicators】

Percentage of employees skipping breakfast, Percentage of employees consuming snacks between meals, percentage of employees maintaining an appropriate weight, percentage of employees with regular exercise habits, smoking rate, moderate alcohol consumption rate, percentage of high-stress employees

Utilization of the Employee Cafeteria

At NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS (Tokyo Head Office, the WAVE), the employee cafeteria offers KANZEN MESHI (Perfect Meal), which aim to provide a perfect balance of 33 essential nutrients and great taste. We believe this initiative contributes to raising employees’ nutritional awareness and improving their lifestyle habits.
Furthermore, by utilizing the employee cafeteria not only as a place for meals but also as a venue for communication and refreshment, we aim to enhance employees’ well-being.

【Related Indicators】

Percentage of employees maintaining an appropriate weight

Initiatives for Mental Health

Mental health issues are difficult to surface, so it is important for the company to visualize the mental health status of each employee and actively engage with them. Based on survey results and data collected via Apple Watch, we implement measures to help employees understand their stress levels and take proactive steps for self-care, and strengthen follow-up for employees identified as highly stressed through stress checks (high-stress employees), maintaining psychologically healthy conditions.

Joint Research with Keio University

As part of efforts to prevent and improve presenteeism, since FY 3/2023 we have been conducting joint research with Keio University on the visualization of presenteeism. In FY 3/2024, the research demonstrated a correlation between autonomic nervous system activity*1 and productivity. In FY 3/2025, to examine the impact of exercise on presenteeism, approximately 250 employees were provided with Apple Watches, and data on electrocardiograms and physical activity were collected daily over a four-month period from August 2024, including weekends and holidays. In addition, periods of normal lifestyle and increased physical activity were set, and values for "psychological anxiety"*2, "depressive tendency"*3, and "presenteeism score" were measured through questionnaires before and after the period of increased activity. Statistical analysis of this data by Keio University verified that exercise effectively reduced psychological anxiety. Going forward, these findings will be applied to employee exercise promotion programs to further enhance well-being.

Relationship between Exercise and Psychological Anxiety

• *1Neural activity that regulates internal bodily functions such as blood pressure and respiration to maintain vital life processes.
• *2Refers to an unpleasant emotional state associated with vague anticipation of catastrophe or danger that may threaten one’s existence. Measured using the new version of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI).
• *3Refers to a tendency toward feelings of deep sadness, lack of motivation, or fatigue. Measured using the Japanese version of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9).

• Joint Research on Well-Being by NISSIN FOODS Group and Keio University School of Medicine (in Japanese)

【Related Indicators】

Percentage of employees with regular exercise habits, percentage of high-stress employees, presenteeism

Sleep Improvement Program

Sleep deprivation is considered one of the factors leading to mental health issues, decreased productivity, and lower work engagement* among employees. To address this, we implemented a program aimed at alleviating sleep deprivation and improving sleep quality. Using sleep data collected from sensors placed under mattresses, specialists provided individual feedback to employees on issues related to their sleep. Based on this feedback, employees were encouraged to review and adjust their daily routines and lifestyle habits. As a result, post-program measurements showed a trend toward reduced risks of insomnia, depression, and mental disorders, as well as a decrease in the number of high-stress employees compared with data before the program began.

• *A state in which individuals feel pride and fulfillment in their work, are highly dedicated, and gain energy and vitality from their work.

【Related Indicators】

Percentage of employees getting sufficient sleep, percentage of high-stress employees

Strengthened Follow-Up Efforts for High-Stress Employees

Employees with high stress levels tend to take leaves of absence or resign due to mental health issues, and their rate of consultation with industrial physicians is generally low. Therefore, the company is required to take proactive follow-up measures. Beginning in FY 3/2026, we have been actively encouraging high-stress employees to meet with industrial physicians. In addition, three months after conducting the stress check, we verify employees’ stress conditions through surveys and interviews conducted by public health nurses to enable the early detection and care of mental health issues.

【Related Indicators】

Percentage of employees getting sufficient sleep, consultation rate with industrial physicians among high-stress employees, average monthly overtime hours, percentage of high-stress employees, number of employees on leave due to illness, turnover rate

Initiatives for Work Environment

The work environment for employees has a significant impact on work-life balance and productivity, making it an important theme that requires active engagement. Accordingly, we conduct surveys on satisfaction with the company and communication within departments. Based on these results, we are working to improve the environment to allow employees to fully demonstrate their individuality and abilities. Additionally, with the diversification of work styles, we are establishing systems to support the balance between work and childcare and nursing care as well as encouraging the use of paid leave to ensure that employees from diverse backgrounds and values can work comfortably.

• Labor Practices and Work Environments
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Other Initiatives

Our efforts to support the promotion of health and productivity management extend beyond the NISSIN FOODS Group. In addition to accepting employees from other companies to participate in health measurement events, we also share examples and insights from the Group’s initiatives to business partners and other stakeholders through lectures and presentations. We are also strengthening collaboration with business partners in the supply chain, aiming to improve the well-being of both the Group and business partners. To achieve this, we issued the Declaration of Partnership Building.

• Declaration of Partnership Building (in Japanese)

【Other Initiatives and Related Indicators】

	Percentage of employees skipping breakfast	Percentage of employees consuming snacks between meals	Percentage of employees maintaining an appropriate weight	Percentage of employees with regular exercise habits	Smoking rate	Moderate alcohol consumption rate	Percentage of employees getting sufficient sleep	Percentage of employees with reduced stress	Implementation rate of individual meetings with supervisors	Average monthly overtime hours	Average rate of annual paid leave taken	Utilization rate of childcare and nursing care-related benefits	Percentage of employees with lifestyle disease findings	Work engagement	Percentage of high-stress employees	Number of employees on sick leave	Turnover rate
Employee discount for purchasing KANZEN MESHI and installation of vending machines	●		●										●			●
Installation of Office Glico (introduced in June 2015)	●		●
Online seminar on "Improving Dietary Habits" (held in November 2024)	●	●	●										●			●
Online seminar on "Improving Dietary Habits to Enhance Happiness through Serotonin-Boosting Meals" (held in March 2025)	●	●	●										●			●
Online seminar on "Training Methods and Dietary Practices" (held in January 2024)	●	●	●	●									●			●
Launch of an exercise promotion app that encourages teams to achieve exercise goals (started in April 2023)			●	●									●		●	●
"Pilates Experience Course" aimed at improving physical and mental condition (held in January 2024)			●	●									●		●	●
"Walking Method Seminar" aimed at improving physical discomfort (held from September to October 2024)			●	●												●
Smoking cessation program with public health nurse support using smoking cessation aids (started in December 2023)					●								●			●
"Moderate Alcohol Consumption" seminar (held in July 2025)						●							●			●
Online seminar on "Improving Sleep Habits" (held in June 2023 and March 2025)							●							●	●	●
Sleep improvement program utilizing Oura Ring (started in March 2025)							●							●	●	●
On-site chiropractic services provided to research center employees to enhance productivity (implemented from February to March 2024)														●
Online video service introduced to improve health literacy (introduced in August 2024)	●	●	●	●	●	●	●	●					●	●	●	●
Implementation of one-on-one meetings between supervisors and employees to enhance engagement									●					●	●	●	●
Notifications issued to supervisors of employees with long overtime hours										●				●	●	●	●
Increase of the number of paid leave days granted upon hiring																	●
Establishment of company-wide targets for annual paid leave used											●						●
Use of lapsed annual paid leave for childcare																	●
Subsidies for emergency childcare fees and distribution of babysitter discount vouchers												●					●
Seminar on nursing care conducted to promote understanding of caregiving (held in March 2025)												●					●

• *Excerpts from some of our initiatives

Related Information and Data

Coverage: Employees of NISSIN FOOD PRODUCTS (including employees on temporary assignment to companies such as NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS, NISSIN CHILLED FOODS, and NISSIN FROZEN FOODS)

• *1Employees of NISSIN FOOD PRODUCTS (including employees on temporary assignment to companies such as NISSIN FOODS HOLDINGS, NISSIN CHILLED FOODS, and NISSIN FROZEN FOODS) as well as part-time and temporary workers
• *2Employees selected based on internal criteria
• *3Percentage of employees who responded in health checkup surveys that they skip breakfast at least three times per week
• *4Percentage of employees who responded in health checkup surveys that they consume snacks or sweet drinks every day in addition to three regular meals
• *5Percentage of employees who responded in health checkup surveys that they engage in light, sweat-inducing exercise for at least 30 minutes, two or more times per week, for over a year
• *6Percentage of employees who responded in health checkup surveys that their alcohol intake is less than 40 g/day for men or less than 20 g/day for women
• *7Percentage of employees who responded in health checkup surveys that they feel sufficiently rested through sleep
• *8Percentage of employees with systolic blood pressure of 180 mmHg or higher or diastolic blood pressure of 110 mmHg or higher
• *9Percentage of employees under hypertension treatment who reported systolic blood pressure below 140 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure below 90 mmHg in health checkup interviews.
• *10Calculated based on the definition set by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The denominator includes employees who gave birth in the relevant fiscal year, but those on prenatal/postnatal leave are not included in the numerator, which may make the percentage appear lower. In FY 3/2025, all female employees who gave birth took either prenatal/postnatal leave or childcare leave.
• *11Average number of leave days taken due to health-related issues. This is calculated by surveying the number of paid leave days taken for health reasons and combining it with the number of sick leave days. In FY 3/2025, 2,506 employees responded (response rate: 61.3%).
• *12Number of employees who took long-term leave or leave of absence during the fiscal year (including those continuing from the previous year).
• *13In FY 3/2025, 3,763 employees responded (response rate: 94.9%).
• *14Based on questions regarding work engagement from the Brief Job Stress Questionnaire (“I feel energized when I am at work.” and “I am proud of my work.”). In FY 3/2025, 3,763 employees responded (response rate: 94.9%).
• *15Percentage of positive responses in employee surveys (employees who selected the top two ratings out of five). We have set both a challenging target and a commitment target that must be achieved.