In 2025, Japan Tobacco conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards.The company provided a breakdown of its waste by treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 128,000a | 131,000a | 129,000a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 104,000a | 103,000a | 98,000a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, Japan Tobacco generated a total of 128,000metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 81.25% of Japan Tobacco's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 18.75% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Japan Tobacco reported a total waste generation of 128,000 metric tonnes, of which 81.25% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Japan Tobacco has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2019, Japan Tobacco's total waste generation decreased by 9.86%, including a further 2.29% drop in 2025, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Japan Tobacco's waste recovery rate increased by 12.01%, including a 3.34% rise in 2025, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, Japan Tobacco has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.