Congratulations on a double win! Kurosengoku Business Cooperative Association Chairman Yukio Takada receives the Hokkaido Industry Contribution Award and the Central Association 70th Anniversary Meritorious Service Award

Friday, August 15, 2025

Congratulations on a double win! Kurosengoku Business Cooperative Association Chairman Yukio Takada receives the Hokkaido Industry Contribution Award and the Central Association 70th Anniversary Meritorious Service Award

Mr. Yukio Takada, Chairman of the Kurosengoku Business Cooperative, has achieved the remarkable feat of receiving both the Hokkaido Industrial Contribution Award (Hokkaido) for 2025 and the 70th Anniversary Commemorative Meritorious Service Award (Hokkaido Federation of Small and Medium Enterprises Associations).

FY2025 Hokkaido Industrial Contribution Award (Hokkaido)

This highly prestigious award is presented by the Governor of Hokkaido to individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the promotion and development of Hokkaido's industry. It recognizes the achievements of leaders who have supported and worked hard to revitalize the local economy over many years in a wide range of fields, including commerce, industry, tourism, and construction. Receiving the award is proof of recognition of outstanding contributions to the industry throughout Hokkaido.

70th Anniversary Commemorative Award (Hokkaido Federation of Small and Medium Enterprise Associations)

This award is a special recognition given to individuals who have made particularly outstanding contributions by the Hokkaido Federation of Small Business Associations, a central organization that supports small and medium-sized enterprises and cooperatives in Hokkaido, to commemorate the major milestone of its 70th anniversary.

The award is highly acclaimed for the leadership that has contributed to the development of the organization and the stability of its members through his many years of hard work as a cooperative officer. It is a testament to his long-standing dedication to the activities of the cooperative, which supports the foundation of the local economy.

This award recognizes his many years of dedication to the management of the Kurosengoku Business Cooperative, his efforts to ensure the stability of its members, and his contributions to the development of commerce and industry in Hokkaido as an officer of the association.

Reporting the award to Mayor Sasaki

On Friday, August 8th, Mr. Yukio Takada visited the Mayor's Office at Hokuryu Town Hall to report his award to Mayor Yasuhiro Sasaki.

Words of gratitude from Yukio Takada

"We have just celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Kurosengoku Cooperative Association, and I am filled with gratitude beyond words for the many people who have helped us along the way, including our directors and producers. I believe this is the culmination of everyone's efforts. Thank you very much!" said Chairman Takada.

Congratulatory message from Mayor Sasaki



"The Kurosengoku Business Cooperative Association celebrated its 20th anniversary, and I had the honor of attending the celebration. The celebration was attended by many people involved, including the hard-working executives, producers, and business partners, and it was a wonderful celebration with a relaxed atmosphere. I believe Governor Suzuki has been keeping a close eye on and highly appreciating these great achievements over the years.

"Congratulations on receiving the Hokkaido Industry Contribution Award and the Hokkaido Federation of Small and Medium Enterprises' Association's 70th Anniversary Meritorious Service Award. We look forward to your continued support as we aim to become a company that will last for 30, 50, and even 100 years!" said Mayor Sasaki.

commemorative photograph

After the report, commemorative photographs were taken in the mayor's office and reception room.

Twenty years have passed, and with boundless love, gratitude, and prayer, we commemorate the great achievements of Chairman Takada Yukio, who has overcome hardships and shared joys with the members, inherited the precious spirit of Kurosengoku soybeans, and maintained a heart of gratitude and deep trust.

More Photos

Photos (25 photos) of the FY2025 Hokkaido Industry Contribution Award (Governor of Hokkaido) and the 70th Anniversary Commemorative Award (Hokkaido Federation of Small and Medium Enterprise Associations) are here >>

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