Hajime Construction Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Tadanori Horiguchi; hereinafter "Hajime Construction"), a core company of the Iida Group Holdings, has launched a dedicated online shop offering tools, equipment, ladders, scaffolding, safety supplies, and related items at special discounted prices for partner companies and carpenters working with Hajime Construction. The shop opened on April 6, 2026 (Mon), and will begin full-scale operations starting June 2026. Online Shop (Tools and Equipment): https://www.hajime-dogooyah.com/ Online Shop (Ladders and Temporary Construction Materials): https://shop.asahi-house.com/view/page/hajimekensetsu/ Concept of Hajime Construction's Dedicated Online Shop for Tools and Temporary Construction Materials Background of Launch In recent years, the construction industry has faced challenges including an aging workforce, labor shortages, and the need to respond to work-style reforms prompted by the 2024 issue. Creating environments that enable safe and efficient construction with limited personnel has become a critical priority. Additionally, ongoing price increases for tools, safety equipment, and temporary construction materials have led to rising costs and burdens for on-site workers in procuring necessary supplies. In response to these challenges, Hajime Construction has established the "Dedicated Online Shop for Tools and Temporary Construction Materials" to provide partner companies and carpenters with easier and more cost-effective access to essential tools and safety supplies. This service offers frequently used tools and safety items at special prices and enables convenient online ordering, thereby helping reduce the cost and effort associated with material procurement. Service Features (1) Exclusive Discounted Pricing Products are offered at special prices reserved for Hajime Construction's business partners, helping reduce personal expenses for partner companies and carpenters. (2) Nationwi