Trio Co. distributes Haagen-Dazs to factory workers amid record heat

Trio Co., a manufacturing firm in Seto, Aichi Prefecture, handed out Haagen‑Dazs ice cream to its employees on 28 July 2026 as a thank‑you gesture during a period of record‑breaking summer temperatures across Japan. The distribution is part of the company's long‑standing practice of providing summer refreshments to staff working in hot factory conditions.

The company also maintains heat‑stroke prevention measures such as upgraded air‑conditioning, regular water‑intake reminders, and the provision of drinks and salt‑lozenges. No heat‑stroke‑related emergency transports have been reported at the plant. Trio plans to continue the ice‑cream giveaways annually, adjusting the offerings according to future temperature forecasts and workplace conditions.