2024-06-28
[Tenant Company Interview] ELC Japan LLC
ELC Japan, LLC, the Japanese branch of The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., one of the world's leading beauty companies, moved its head office to the Marunouchi Nijubashi Building in 2019.
Senior Manager, General Affairs and Crisis Management Office, Human Resources and General Affairs DivisionWe spoke to Akiko Kanno of about how she came to move into the Marunouchi Nijubashi Building and her impressions since moving in.
PROFILE
ELC Japan LLC (The Estée Lauder Companies Japan)
Established:1967
Number of employees: Approx.2,000 people
Location:3-2-3 Marunouchi Chiyoda-ku Tokyo Marunouchi Nijubashi Building
Overview: The Japanese subsidiary of The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC), a global leader in prestige beauty.ELC manufactures, distributes and markets high-quality skin care, makeup, fragrance and hair care products.We offer luxury and prestige brands loved by customers all over the world.A spirit of creativity and innovation, and a desire to make a positive impact on our communities.As a driving force, we strive to create a world that is not only beautiful but also full of possibilities.
60 years since the establishment of our Japanese branch
Consistently located in Mitsubishi Estate Group buildings
The Marunouchi office, which offers a panoramic view of the Imperial Palace, enhances employee happiness and embodies the brand's sophisticated image.
- How will ELC Japan use the Marunouchi Nijubashi Building? Is it okay?
In 2019, Estée Lauder Companies Japan The company is located in the Marunouchi Nijubashi Building and currently occupies approximately one floor on the 20th floor.The facility has an area of 3,300 square meters and employs 400 people.At the Shin Tokyo Building in Marunouchi, the office space is about 1,650m2.We have opened a training centre for our field staff.
Estée Lauder Companies Japan was founded about 60 years ago. We first opened our Japanese branch in 1967.Then they moved into Mitsubishi Estate's Sanno Grand Building, and then into Shin-AoyamaBuilding, Sanno Park Tower, and the current Marunouchi Nijubashi Building.We have consistently been located in Mitsubishi Estate Group buildings. Mitsubishi Estate Group is the Estée Lauder Companies We have been walking together with Japan as it grows in the Japanese market.They are like partners.
The office has a reputation for having a view of the Imperial Palace.
Akiko Kanno, ELC Japan LLC
-Please tell us how you came to move into the Marunouchi Nijubashi Building.Sai.
In fact, when we moved to Marunouchi, we decided to move all of our employees to We asked participants what kind of office they would like to work in.All office staff participatedI'll do a session.Mitsubishi Electric Corporation fulfilled that wish.Please share with your supervisor.As we continue to talkSo, people who work in the city and friendsShopping on the streetFrom the people's point of view Also, Diversity The concept of inclusionConsidering this, ourIn a cosmetics company likeAnd it is a company with many womenThere is also something new for the city.It will be of new value.Thank you for your support.I decided to move in.did.
In addition, the interior design and painting work was done by the New York headquarters in the United States.We also received a lot of support, such as the installation ofThe stone-paved street Naka-dori Ave. lush vegetation and the neat and tidy officeThe cityscape, the museums, the people who work here, and the offices.The Imperial Palace (Garden) can be seen from the window.Marvel at the prestigious location and realize the office of all employees' dreamsWe were able to make it.
Currently, the Imperial Palace (Garden) in the officeIn places where it is visible, we have everything ready for when customers visit our company.It is used in the reception room and lobby.Imperial Palace (Garden) of Imperial JapanThe reception room overlooks theIt is very popularnot only in Japan but with customers all over the world.
The Estée Lauder Companies Japan locations worldwide However, "The Tokyo office isIt has become popular, with people coming from all over the world to see the cranes.The Estée Lauder Companies employees who visited the facility were impressed by the view.I am amazed at how spacious the office is.
As an aside, when recruiting, The interview was held in this reception room with a view of the train station.When I asked them, "Let's work together," they all cheerfully accepted.It also has a soothing effect. (laughs)
This location is also close to Tokyo Station, Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, and mostAccess by train, including private railways such as JR, is easy, and you can go there without an umbrella (without getting wet).Being able to come here is also a big attraction.
In the reception room overlookingthe Imperial Palace (Garden)
From Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, or Tokyo Station
You can visit the office without getting wet and without an umbrella.
-What does it mean exactly that you can come from any location without an umbrella?
The Marunouchi Nijubashi Building is directly connected to Tokyo Station via an underground passage. If you come to Tokyo Station by Shinkansen, just go to ground level.You can come to our office without going out and without getting wet on rainy days.Furthermore, Tokyo Station is directly connected to Narita Airport and Haneda Airport by train.In other words, if you are coming to our company from overseasSimilarly, you can come to our office without an umbrella even on rainy days.
I want to try out this "ability to move around without an umbrella" It is very comfortable.When we receive inquiries, or when executives andWhen employees visit, they can easily connect the airport to the office.You don't need an umbrella even on rainy days."For employees, Tokyo and Marunouchi are also a place with many trains.There is a terminal station on the road and subway, so commuting is easy.It has improved greatly.
The Marunouchi area is full of various attractions
-Please tell us your evaluation and impressions of the Marunouchi area.
Naka-dori Ave. has no shortage of places to shop and eat. It is also popular among health-conscious employees.The exhibits were inspiring, and the Marunouchi IlluminationThere are many beautiful events, including the "Nation".It's no wonder that so many people take wedding photos here.
In this area, not only horizontal flows but also vertical flows, From the Imperial Palace to the station, or to the International Forum near Yurakucho Station.The flow of people to the shopping mall or Tokyo Station is increasing.I feel that this is not only true for business people who work in offices,It's a city loved by tourists and shoppers.I think.
In fact, we had the misfortune of being hit by the COVID-19 pandemic right after we moved in. A limited number of employees will be coming to work in shifts,The Marunouchi Nijubashi Building also has a clinic inside, so it's very helpful.Mitsubishi Estate also has construction projects to help it weather the COVID-19 pandemic.I am very grateful for my husband and his kindness.
This year, the coronavirus has been classified as Class 5, and we have gained a certain degree of freedom. What was especially fun was the young female staff'sI want to participate in the Yurakucho Naka-dori Ave. Tug of War Tournament 2023.A tug-of-war club was suddenly formed within the company, and I joined it.I would like to participate in the activities held in this area of Marunouchi. I was really happy to see the employees' proactiveness. After that, a "tug-of-war club" was formed within the company (laughs).
A tug-of-war club was established within the company and will participate in the "Otemachi, Marunouchi, Yurakucho Naka-dori Ave. Tug-of-War Tournament 2023"
The company's growth and thoughts on the future of Marunouchi
-Please tell us your expectations for the Marunouchi area in the future.
Marunouchi combines convenience, good accessibility and a historical background. The inner area still has great potential in terms of being future-oriented.It is a town with a secret history. We rented an office and a store there.I am grateful to be here and look forward to continuing my business here.I want to help it grow and contribute to the development of this city.I have renewed this strong feeling.
Finally, the Mitsubishi Estate Group has been a We appreciate your cooperation in the breast cancer awareness campaigns we are currently running.I would like to express my gratitude for the support I receive from the Marunouchi district.At the event at Brick Square, we had 100,000 attendees in one day.We were able to distribute 8,000 breast cancer awareness cards, andThe slogan "Breast Cancer Free World through Strong Bonds" was adopted in Marunouchi.We hope to continue to send a message to everyone in the world who is free of breast cancer.I would like to continue to work hard to achieve this goal.Your cooperation would be much appreciated.
ELC Japan has been working on breast cancer awareness campaigns for many years.
An event was also heldat Marunouchi Brick Square to distribute breast cancer awareness information cards.
