Respecting Human Rights

Human Rights Policy

Our Commitment

McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan), Ltd. and McDonald's Company (Japan), Ltd. (hereinafter referred to collectively as "McDonald's Japan") is guided by its Purpose of Feeding and Fostering Communities. This Human Rights Policy ("this Policy") sets out our approach to respecting human rights, which we consider essential to achieving this Purpose.

McDonald's Japan is committed to respecting human rights as set forth in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This Policy is guided by the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, the International Bill of Human Rights, the International Labour Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, the Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women, and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. In conducting our business operations, we respect the fundamental rights of McDonald's Japan employees, including part-time and temporary staff, by fostering safe and healthy workplaces that provide equal opportunities and are free from discrimination and harassment.

McDonald's Japan does not tolerate threats, intimidation, or physical or legal attacks against human rights defenders, as defined in the United Nations Declaration on Human Rights Defenders.

Scope of Application

McDonald's Japan conducts its business activities with respect for human rights based on this Policy.

In addition, we encourage our franchisees and supplier partners to understand and respect the principles set forth herein. Our approach to respect for human rights, as provided herein, is also described in various standards, such as the Standards of Business Conduct and the Supplier Code of Conduct.

Governance System

McDonald's Japan identifies and manages risks, including human rights-related risks, as part of its enterprise risk management.

Under the supervision of the Board of Directors, the Corporate Relations Division is responsible for this Policy and works in cooperation with the Supply Chain, Human Resources, and Legal Divisions, as well as other relevant internal functions.

Human Rights Due Diligence

McDonald's Japan will establish a human rights due diligence framework. We recognize that our business activities may have both direct and indirect impacts on human rights. Accordingly, we are committed to preventing and mitigating the risk of human rights violations by taking appropriate actions, including monitoring, assessment, and the development of response measures, as necessary. We also strive to continuously track relevant circumstances and the progress of our initiatives, and to provide appropriate disclosure. In addition, we encourage our franchisees and supplier partners to take similar actions.

Furthermore, we strive to proactively support human rights through various programs aimed at addressing and resolving human rights issues.

Remedy

If it becomes clear that we have caused or contributed to adverse impacts on human rights, we will take appropriate action to address and remedy such impacts.

We maintain a channel through which reports or calls, including concerns related to human rights, can be made. Confidentiality and privacy of the reporter/caller shall be respected at all times, and no unfavorable treatment based on the very act of making the report/call shall be tolerated.

Dialogue with Stakeholders

To identify adverse impacts on human rights and to advance our initiatives, we seek to maintain and strengthen ongoing dialogue with relevant stakeholders.

Moving Forward

In addition to this Policy, McDonald's Japan is committed to continuously evolving and implementing measures based on our principles of respect for human rights, as reflected in various standards, including the Standards of Business Conduct and Supplier Code of Conduct. To support this commitment, we continuously monitor global developments and responses related to human rights, and regularly assess our initiatives, making revisions as necessary.

Through our commitment to respecting human rights, as well as our broader commitment to sustainability, McDonald's Japan strives to serve as a role model as a good corporate citizen.

The contents herein have been reviewed and revised by McDonald's Japan, based on advice from independent external experts.

Thomas Ko, Representative Director, President and CEO

Enacted on: February 28, 2024
Revised on: June 1, 2026