1. Environmental Initiatives
Removal of mini bottles from bathroom amenities
- We are working to reduce plastic waste by eliminating mini bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and body shampoo in guest rooms (premium economy class and economy class) and replacing them with pump-type refillable bottles.
Participation in the Nestle Nespresso recycling program and introduction of certified fair trade goods
- As participants of the Nespresso Recycling Program, we collect and recycle used aluminum coffee capsules guest rooms and restaurants.
- We support producers in developing countries by using Nespresso International Fair Trade certified products.
Introduction of reusable chopsticks
- We have introduced reusable chopsticks to restaurants and are working to reduce the environmental burden via the reuse of domestically produced reinforced R-PBT resin chopsticks which have excellent levels of durability and safety.
Introduction of straws manufactured using biomass
- We are working to reduce plastic waste by introducing both straws manufactured using biomass and straws derived from bio-PE and sugar cane to our restaurants and banquet halls (plastic reduced by 25%).
Introduction of wooden muddlers
- As part of our endeavours to reduce plastic waste, we have switched to wooden muddlers at our restaurants.
Reduction of waste, recycling of food waste, and recycling of waste cooking oil
- Having begun to operate an in-house garbage disposal machine, we continue to strengthen our efforts to reduce the amount of garbage generated in accordance with the base standards of the Food Recycling Law (approximately 100 kg of garbage per day has been heat-treated, powdered, and recycled as fertilizer since February 2018).
- We contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions from airplanes by cooperating in the collection of waste cooking oil to be used as a raw material for the production of SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel). The recovered waste cooking oil will be used as a raw material for biodiesel until FY2024 and as a raw material for SAF from FY2025.
Recycling of discarded documents
- We recycle waste documents, collecting 1,465 kg from February 2020 to the end of February 2023 which was processed into recycled paper.
Promotion of water conservation inside the facility
- By installing automatic faucets (for hand-washing) in our kitchens, back spaces, and public toilets, we are able to save water while maintaining sanitary standards and ensuring the safety of our customers and employees.
- Installation of water saving equipment in part of kitchen facilities
- Installation of water saving shower heads in all guest rooms (water savings of up to 67% when using ‘mist mode’).
- We have installed automatic flushing mechanisms in all toilet cubicles in the hotel to preserve both water and hygiene standards (28% reduction in CO2 emissions).
- We display information and use signage to encourage cooperation on water conservation and raise awareness among employees.
Movement to switch to LEDs for interior lighting
- LEDs are used for office/back area lighting (100%), guest rooms (30%), restaurants/kitchens (100%), and lobby areas (70%) (as of March 2022).
Introduction of amenities manufactured using biomass
- We have introduced biomass amenities to our guest rooms and are working to reduce plastic waste by using toothbrushes, leather, hairbrushes, and combs manufactured from plant-based materials.
Introduction of room cleaning notice cards
- In order to reduce detergent and water use as much as possible, guests staying for multiple nights are requested to hang the appropriate [Cleaning Required],[Cleaning Not Required], or [Towel Replacement Only] card on their doorknob.
Contributions toward the environment, sanitation, and health
- We maintain high levels of health management via the utilization of anti-infection disinfectives and the use of environmentally friendly eco-products when cleaning.
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- ・Floor cleaning agents which have received a green seal for meeting environmental standards
- ・Floor cleaning sheets produced with reclaimed resin
- ・Diluted, wipeable type cleaning agents, disinfectives, and laundry detergents
- ・Cleaning agents registered with the EPA or NITE
- ・Installation of western-style toilets with automatic flushing mechanisms which contain chemicals that combat the Novel Coronavirus.
- ・Monitoring & management of guest and employee health
- ・Provision of hand sterilizing agents
Introduction of 'Plastic Smart' amenities (tissue boxes)
- We strive to reduce plastic waste via the utilization of Smart Melamine resin, a proprietary recycled material that reuses defective products from factories and scraps from the molding process, and by introducing products (tissue boxes) that are certified with the Eco Mark and participate in the "Plastic Smart" campaign which aims to reduce ocean plastic waste.
