Kao Corporation is a Japanese consumer goods company headquartered in Tokyo. It specializes in personal care, cosmetics, laundry and cleaning products, and has subsidiaries in several countries. The company was founded in 1887 and has a long history of innovation and sustainability. Kao is committed to reducing its environmental impact and has set ambitious targets for carbon reduction and waste reduction. The company is also known for its corporate social responsibility initiatives, including support for education and disaster relief.