JCCU International

The National Federation of Cooperative Welfare Organizations held its inaugural “National Case Study Presentation Conference.” Around 400 frontline staff shared insights from their initiatives. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #ElderlyCare #CareServices #Coops

#JCCU launched a #drypack 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. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #soymince #soymeat

JCCU planted a second-generation A-bombed Chinese parasol tree at its Tokyo headquarters, symbolizing survival, peace, and commitment to passing on war memories. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #Hiroshima #peace #JCCU #ABombedTree

#JCCU and co-ops sponsored Japan’s #ParaNordicSki event in Nagano, supporting athletes with donations, cheering activities, and aid to promote awareness and expand support nationwide. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #COOPKyosai #COOPdeli #COOP #Nagano #Toyama

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. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #nutrients #health #coopmembers

Palsystem will resume registration for its 2025 Rice Subscription System, which has supported stable rice supplies for members even during shortages. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #Palsystem #RiceSubscription #Sanchoku #Rice

In February 2026, nine cooperative managers from five Asian countries visited Japan to participate in the #ICAAP Training Program for Managers of Consumer/Retail Co-ops, hosted by #JCCU, the Co-opdeli Group and Co-op Mirai, and Miyagi Co-op. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/…

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. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #JCCU #FoodDrive #FoodBankShibuya

On #IWD2026, Ms. Chitose Arai, Chairperson of the ICA-AP Committee on Women, calls for stronger leadership, representation, and action to advance gender equality across cooperatives in Asia and the Pacific. Read the message: icaap.coop/2026/03/07/int… #GivetoGain

The 15th CO-OP Core-non-Smile School Project raised 17,173,080 yen to support child-friendly schools in Angola. On December 19, 2025, the donation presentation ceremony was held at UNICEF House. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #Donation #UNICEF

#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. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #business #overview #communitybased #homedelivery

The Co-opdeli Consumers' Co-operative Union and its member co-ops have donated 2,148,456 yen raised through the Sado Crested Ibis Supporting Rice Project. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #coopdeli #CrestedIbis #biodiversity

#JCCU and designer #AtsuroTayama launched the "VOYAGE BY ATSURO TAYAMA" 2026 Spring Collection. This collaboration offers sophisticated "versatile wear" that blends high quality with practical daily comfort. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #Fashion #Kurashi #Apparel

JCCU participates in METI’s 2025 resource circulation project. Using NIR sorting and chemical recycling, JCCU’s HQ waste will be turned into oil, aiming for a sustainable resource system. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #JCCU #METI #Government #Sustainability #Recycling

JCCU President Chitose ARAI's New Year Message. Read more:jccu.coop/eng/news/2026/… #JCCU

Many thanks for all your cooperation throughout the year. With warm cooperative greetings, we wish you a wonderful holiday season and a happy new year!

JCCU, together with member co-ops and partner organizations, has launched the inaugural “Everyone’s Read-Aloud Picture Book Award.” Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2025/… #PictureBooks #ReadAloud #EarlyChildhoodEducation

We are pleased to announce the publication of the JCCU Profile 2025-2026, which provides an up-to-date overview of the Japanese Consumers' Co-operative Union and its member co-ops. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2025/… #JCCU

Congratulations to the newly elected ICA Asia and Pacific Regional Board 2025 to 2029, led by President Dr. Chandrapal Singh Yadav, with new members from #Jordan and #Thailand and youth voice from Dulce Bustamante. #ICAAPRA2025 #AyubowanCoops #IYC2025

Enjoy our latest content and gain deeper insights into Japanese consumer co-ops. Read more: jccu.coop/eng/news/2025/… #coops #socialactivities #SDGs #community #welfare #health #poverty #children #peace #environment #diversity