FC Imabari, whose Chairman and Representative Director is Mr. Takeshi Okada, former manager of Japan’s national soccer team, is committed not only to soccer but also to growth of future generations through initiatives such as environmental education and youth workshops like Bari Challenge University. The club is also actively working to build a community in Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, centered around its home stadium (Asics Satoyama Stadium). In support of these efforts, ITOCHU has made a donation of 50 million yen through Imabari City. This contribution will be used for the stadium seat expansion project and, in part, for the promotion of sports within Imabari City.

The Middle East is a major oil and gas producing region. ITOCHU Middle East LLC, with other Japanese energy companies, held a workshop for Grade 4 students at the Japanese School in Abu Dhabi. Students learned about the role and history of fire and tried making fire themselves, experiencing energy firsthand. Many had never made fire before and enjoyed the hands-on experience. The workshop also introduced LPG and Japanese professionals working abroad, giving students insight into energy and careers.

On Sunday, January 18th, the companies and organizations of Corporate Social Contribution Activity Research Group collaborated to carry out Hiroshima Men's Ekiden cheer and cleanup volunteer. A total of 46 people from 15 companies, including ITOCHU Corporation and its group companies, participated in the cleanup around Peace Memorial Park. As for the results of the Ekiden, Miyagi Prefecture team claimed their first victory, while Hiroshima Prefecture team performed well, finishing in 13th place.