PHILOSOPHY

PHILOSOPHY

PHILOSOPHY

  • Guided by a customer-first mindset, we deliver quality and service worthy of our customers’ trust.
  • We foster a cheerful workplace built on mutual trust, where employees feel a true sense of purpose.
  • We contribute to society through fresh produce distribution that supports everyday life.

PURPOSE

おひさまのおいしさを、どこまでも。The taste of sun, all over th world〜世界の産地から食卓に、笑顔と彩りを届けます〜

Our purpose defines who we are today and guides our long-term management philosophy and goals.
With this purpose in mind, Funasho Shoji will continue to expand its business activities from the perspectives of its customers, employees, and society.

[Customers]

Our mission is to deliver safe, delicious fruit in Japan and around the world. To the customers who enjoy our fruit at their everyday dining tables, we deliver not only the vibrant, natural colors of fresh fruit, but also bright smiles, warmth, and consistently delicious flavors.

[Employees]

We approach our daily work with warmth and passion. Amid accelerating climate change, we source fruit worldwide to deliver it across Japan, and we are dedicated to fostering a positive workplace where employees can work with smiles and a sense of fulfillment.

[Society]

Through our daily operations, we are deeply involved in the distribution of essential agricultural products for everyday living. In a time of ongoing environmental change, we reaffirm our responsibility to ensure a stable supply and uphold the vital role our industry plays in society. By remaining true to our core values, we strive to deliver happiness and peace of mind to our customers through fresh produce.

Message from the President

President & CEO Takafumi Sekino

With the rapid advancement of globalization, the fresh produce import industry is undergoing a profound transformation.
As food culture becomes more diverse and consumer awareness becomes increasingly sophisticated at a dizzying pace, we must interpret market trends faster than ever before.
Amid these changes, Funasho Shoji continues to support evolving food cultures by responding to current needs. Through bold yet meticulous original initiatives, ranging from developing new production regions and products to advancing processing technologies, we deliver safe, fresh, and delicious products of the highest quality.
The fruits we handle have the power to bring happiness to people’s lives.
Together with our business partners, growers, employees, and consumers, we will continue sharing this happiness while further strengthening the trust and quality built over more than half a century of history.
We sincerely appreciate your continued support and look forward to working with you in the years ahead.

President & CEO Takafumi Sekino