MARUHA NICHIRO

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For the ocean, for lifeMaruha Nichiro
will become Umios.

In March 2026,
Maruha Nichiro
will have a new name.

purposeFor the ocean, for life 海といのちの未来をつくる

We have harmoniously embraced the gifts of the ocean and nature, sustaining cherished sentiments across generations.
The profound respect for the ocean as a source of diverse life. Pride in supporting and connecting lives. Joy in nourishing the body and mind, enhancing a lively and vibrant life. Guided by these sentiments, we continually search for possibilities to deliver happiness that extends beyond food.

This is our hope for the future. We aspire to share food across the world that promotes human health and the well-being of the Earth. We want to safeguard ecosystems and ensure that nature’s gifts are viable for future generations.

We will continue to overcome challenges in our pursuit of future happiness that lies beyond.

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messageWhy Change
Our Name?

How Will
We Change?

In light of global and environmental challenges, our goal is to promote food that is healthy not only for people but also for the entire planet, thereby enabling nature's gifts to be viable for future generations. This is why we will transform into a visionary company that provides solutions to promote the health of people and the planet through food,inspired by the ocean to create new values for a brighter future.

Our company name was selected to reflect this new identity and make it known to people around the world.

As a business with 145 years of experience, it is in our DNA to rise to the challenge of creating new values aligned with our purpose: "For the ocean, for life".

Representative Director, President & CEOMasaru Ikemi

interviewPresident's Interview

President Masaru Ikemi shares the aspirations and vision
for the future embodied in the company name.

project storyProject Story

A special feature conveying the passion and potential embodied in “Umios”.

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Countdown to Umios
Behind the Scenes to be Umios

  • #5
    Brand Captain Workshop
  • #4
    Step forward to Takanawa new head office
  • #3
    81st Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders
  • #2
    Company town hall meeting
  • #1
    Press Conference
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mission

Our cherished responsibility is to contribute to the happiness and well-being of all, starting with authentic, safe, and healthy food.
  • company nameInspiration Behind Our New Name
  • logoInspiration Behind Our New Logo
  • new identityThe vision Umios aims to embody

Our New Company Name: Umios

Inspiration Behind Our New Name
Umios is proudly inspired by our ocean origins, embodied in the Japanese word for ocean, UMI. We strive to be ONE with our stakeholders as well as with society and the Earth. This commitment underscores our dedication to providing SOLUTIONS for global social issues through food.
  • Inspired by our ocean origins to create innovative value.
  • Committed to being one with stakeholders,
    society, and the planet.
  • Determined to provide solutions
    for global social challenges through food.

logoBLUE
PLANET

Inspiration Behind Our New Logo
The new logo embodies the concept of the BLUE PLANET. Its symbolic design portrays Earth as the planet of water, illustrating our profound respect for the ocean, which is the origin of life. The blue parts of the logo represent the ocean, while the white represents our new areas of expansion.

new identityHow can Umios
contribute to a
better society?

We are a visionary company providing solutions to promote the health of people and the planet through food, inspired by the ocean to create new values for a brighter future.
Global warming and the necessary transition to sustainable energy. Depletion of natural resources and the imbalance of ecosystems. The global food crisis, declining birthrates and aging populations in developed countries, increasingly diverse lifestyles, and more… We are determined to boldly tackle these issues as a visionary company that provides solutions.