Supporting inspiring projects that impact communities and act as catalysts for social change.
ABEUNI
Aliança Beneficente Universitária de São Paulo (ABU-SP) is a Public Utility, non-profit organization formed by university students and graduates from different fields who work voluntarily in underprivileged communities through several assistance projects carried out throughout the year. Working as a group and valuing friendship, they seek to promote education, development, health, physical and emotional integrity, as well as the quality of life of these communities.
Bunkyo
The Brazilian Society of Japanese Culture and Social Assistance, known as Bunkyo, was founded in 1955 to celebrate 50 years of Japanese immigration to Brazil. Since then, it has become one of the main institutions dedicated to preserving and promoting Japanese culture in the country. Based in the Liberdade district in São Paulo, it houses the Historical Museum of Japanese Immigration and organizes events and activities that strengthen the ties between Brazil and Japan.
Adopt-a-Bed Project
It was created by Hospital Santa Marcelina with the purpose of continuing care for underserved populations, helping fund treatments, procedures and hospitalizations that are not covered by the public health manager because they do not meet the requirements of the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS). Guided by the principles of solidarity and citizenship, the initiative seeks to guarantee one of every human being’s basic rights: quality access to healthcare. Aware of the project’s importance and its spirit of solidarity, Sakura has already sponsored a hospital bed.
Association Kodomo-no-Sono
It is a public utility, non-profit organization that cares for people with mental disorders, teaching them ceramic arts, restoration of used objects and other activities. The institution currently supports 120 special needs individuals and is recognized as one of the most respected organizations in Brazil and abroad. Sakura is a contributing member and also supports the events organized by the Association.
Kibô-no-Iê
Sociedade Beneficente Casa da Esperança Kibô-no-Iê is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. Founded by Koko Ichikawa in 1963, it was officially recognized on January 8, 1970, and today houses 67 adults and elderly residents with intellectual disabilities at its facility in Itaquaquecetuba.
ACENBO
Associação Cultural e Esportiva Nipo-Brasileira de Osasco (ACENBO) is a nonprofit institution founded in 1951, dedicated to preserving and promoting Japanese culture in Brazil. Located in Osasco, São Paulo, ACENBO offers a wide range of cultural, sports, and educational activities, including Japanese language classes, traditional and modern sports, and cultural events such as the Japan Matsuri, one of the largest Japanese cultural festivals in the region. The association also maintains ties with its sister city, Tsu, strengthening cultural and social relations between the two countries.
Ikoi no Sono
Ikoi-no-Sono (Assistência Social Dom José Gaspar) is a philanthropic institution founded in 1942 and based in Guarulhos. Originally created to support Japanese immigrants affected by World War II, the organization evolved to provide specialized care for the elderly, promoting active aging and quality of life. With an infrastructure that includes 24-hour nursing, geriatric and nutritional care, as well as therapeutic activities such as music therapy and occupational therapy, Ikoi-no-Sono currently supports around 70 seniors between the ages of 65 and 100.
ACAL
Associação Cultural e Assistencial da Liberdade (ACAL), located in the Liberdade district of São Paulo, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Japanese culture and supporting the local community. Since its founding, ACAL has organized traditional events such as Tanabata Matsuri, Toyo Matsuri, and Mochi Tsuki, which celebrate and preserve Japanese cultural traditions. In addition to these festivals, the association offers cultural, educational, and social assistance activities, strengthening the ties between Japanese and Brazilian cultures.
Inspiring the Future: Actions for Inclusion and Sustainability
Recognizing the importance of acting locally, the company invests in initiatives that promote social inclusion, improve education and expand access to healthcare services. These projects not only address immediate needs, but also help build a solid foundation for a fairer and more sustainable future.