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About Kao
To realize a Kirei World in which all life lives in harmony
We develop sustainable and high-quality products and services that contribute to the well-being of people, society, and the planet.
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.
Consolidated net sales
1,628.4billion yen
FY2024 ended December 31
Consolidated operating income
146.6billion yen
FY2024 ended December 31
EVA® (Economic Value Added)
33.2billion yen
FY2024 ended December 31
R&D expenses
62.1billion yen
FY2024 ended December 31
Products sold (countries and regions)
approx. 140
As of August 31, 2024
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)
81
As of December 31, 2023
Kao Overview
Find out more about Kao, including our company profile, executives, and the locations of Kao Group companies.