Okamura opened its employee cafeteria, Shallwe, inside its laboratory office in Chiyoda-ku, with the aim of promoting workplace interaction and co-creation through food. Opened in September, it covers 726 square meters and has 104 seats, serving 150 lunches per day.
Okamura (Yokohama) unveiled its employee cafeteria, Shallwe, inside its laboratory office in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. It is positioned as a “workplace dining” facility designed to promote workplace communication and co-creation.
The laboratory office was established in 2022, and Shallwe was opened in September as part of efforts to break down barriers accompanying the office expansion. Around 150 lunches are served per day, with a choice of 3 menus. Outside mealtimes, the facility can also be used as a meeting space or a café and sofa area.
According to a survey of the company’s employees, around 80% said that eating with colleagues strengthens a sense of unity and collaboration and contributes to improved work performance.
Shallwe covers 726 square meters and has 104 seats. Meals are provided through a 3-menu system, and the space can also be used outside mealtimes.