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2026.09.04

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JCCU Announces FY2025 Results and Progress of CO・OP Brand Development and Merchandising for FY2026

JCCU reported FY2025 growth and FY2026 policies, advancing CO・OP brand development, ethical consumption, food loss reduction, affordability and efficient product standardization.

2026.08.31

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JCCU Supports Save the Children Japan's "Food Box for Children" Initiative

JCCU Supports Save the Children Japan's

JCCU supported Save the Children Japan's Food Box initiative for the 9th time, donating food and volunteering to help 5,000 low-income households with children during school holidays.

2026.08.07

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JCCU Holds the 76th General Assembly

JCCU's 76th General Assembly approved all agenda items, reaffirming Co-op Vision 2030, community resilience, disaster recovery, peace, and cooperation for a sustainable future.

2026.08.06

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JCCU Participates for the First Time in a Social Project Supporting LGBTQ People

JCCU marked Pride Month by supporting Pride Action 30, promoting LGBTQ inclusion, diversity, gender equality, and inclusive workplaces under Co-op Vision 2030.

2026.07.06

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JCCU Recognized by FSC Japan as a Pioneer in Environmental Responsibility

JCCU received the FSC Promotion Pioneer Award for its long-term leadership in promoting FSC certification. By 2025, FSC-certified materials were used in 544 CO-OP products, advancing sustainable sourcing and responsible packaging.

2026.06.16

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Peace Action in Okinawa -the 43rd Okinawa old battlefield and base tour- held

JCCU and the Okinawa Prefectural Consumers' Co-operative Union held the "Peace Action in Okinawa - The 43rd Okinawa Battlefield and Base Tour." Co-op members and staff gathered to participate in educational lectures, fieldwork activities, and other programs aimed at deepening their understanding of peace, the Battle of Okinawa, and contemporary military base issues.

2026.06.09

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Co-op Delegation Participates in Peace March at NPT Conference

JCCU joined a peace march in New York during the NPT Review Conference, working with Nihon Hidankyo to share the realities of the atomic bombings and call for a world free of nuclear weapons.

2026.06.02

International

Japanese Consumer Co-ops Featured in UN Report for Advancing SDG 12

A report published by COPAC introduced initiatives by Japanese consumer co-ops as one of the practical examples contributing to SDG 12.

2026.05.13

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A new dry-pack soy meat product that makes it easy to get protein is now available.

JCCU launched a dry-pack soy mince mix with vegetables that requires no preparation. Rich in plant protein and eco-friendly, it supports healthy, convenient meals amid rising environmental and food supply concerns.

2026.05.01

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Planting of a Second-Generation A-bombed Chinese Parasol Tree

JCCU planted a second-generation A-bombed Chinese parasol tree at its Tokyo headquarters, symbolizing survival, peace, and commitment to passing on war memories.

2026.04.28

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Japanese Consumer Co-operative Group Sponsors Para Nordic Skiing Japan Team

JCCU and co-ops sponsored Japan's Para Nordic Ski event in Nagano, supporting athletes with donations, cheering activities, and aid to promote awareness and expand support nationwide.

2026.04.16

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JCCU Introduces 11 New Products in the "Easy to Take" Series for Conveniently Adding Essential Nutrients

JCCU Introduces 11 New Products in the

JCCU develops products that enable members to enjoy convenient and nutritious food, even during busy days, in response to their desire to include healthier options in their daily meals.

2026.03.19

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ICA-AP Training Program for Managers of Consumer/Retail Co-ops 2025-2026

In February 2026, nine cooperative managers from five Asian countries visited Japan to participate in the ICA-AP Training Program for Managers of Consumer/Retail Co-ops, hosted by JCCU, the Co-opdeli Group and Co-op Mirai, and Miyagi Co-op.

2026.03.11

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Food Drive Activity Conducted

From January 19-30, 2026, JCCU held its second annual food drive. Staff donated 252 items (63kg) to Food Bank Shibuya, supporting 300 households in need and local welfare organizations.

2026.03.04

International

CO・OP Core-non-Smile School Project -The 15th Phase Donation Presentation Ceremony held-

The 15th donation presentation ceremony for the CO-OP Core-non-Smile School Project was recently held. Over the past year, purchases of designated products helped raise a total of 17,173,080 yen in donations. These funds will be used through UNICEF to support the development of child-friendly schools in the Republic of Angola, Africa.

2026.02.26

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FY2025 Business Overview of Consumer Co-ops Nationwide

FY2025 JCCU sales rose due to higher unit prices despite fewer purchases. While delivery users fell, store visits grew. JCCU is now focusing on DX and store upgrades to counter rising costs.

2026.01.13

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JCCU Launches Second Collaboration with Fashion Designer Atsuro Tayama

JCCU and designer Atsuro Tayama launched the "VOYAGE BY ATSURO TAYAMA" 2026 Spring Collection. This collaboration offers sophisticated "versatile wear" that blends high quality with practical daily comfort.

2026.01.06

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JCCU Participates in Government Project for New Resource Recycling Systems

To achieve a sustainable society, JCCU is participating in a government-led recycling demonstration. The project focuses on extracting high-quality plastics from metropolitan waste to produce recycled oil, establishing a regional system for a resource-autonomous economy.

2026.01.01

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