Code of Ethics

We, NTT DOCOMO Group, have set the following ten policies to further enhance our ethical standards. These policies convey the basis for compliance with laws or ethics, and the very essence of management, and are shared, promoted, and thoroughly implemented throughout the Group.

1. Legal and ethical compliance

We comply with the spirit and letter of all laws, regulations and rules, and our conduct is based on the highest ethical standards.

2. Customer-focused products and services

We, as a business, undertake an important role in the mobile communications industry and we adhere to a "customer-first" standpoint to provide valuable products and services to our customers.

3. Respect for customer human rights and protection of personal information

We respect the human rights of our customers and spare no effort to manage and safeguard their personal information appropriately.

4. Management and safeguarding of corporate confidential information

We acknowledge the importance of corporate proprietary and confidential information and take thorough precautions for sound management and protection of such information.

5. Information disclosure and transparency

We disclose our company information in a timely and precise manner to a wide range of stakeholders in Japan and overseas to enhance the transparency of our business activities.

6. Fair, open and free competition and trading

We always trade and compete fairly, openly and freely in the Japanese and overseas markets.

7. Corporate citizen and social activities

We are always mindful that we are a member of international society and actively participate in social activities as a good corporate citizen while contributing to creating a safe and secure society.

8. Tackling of environmental issues

We maintain compatibility between our business activities and environmental preservation by creating a world that is easier for people to live in. In addition, we help preserve the environment and contribute to building a sustainable society that supports human activities into the future.

9. Respect for employee human rights and individuality

We respect the rights and individuality of each one of our employees and aim to realize a working environment that allows them to develop their respective abilities and personalities.

10.In-house ethical system and commitment

We properly recognize our role in implementing the NTT DOCOMO Group Code of Ethics. The Senior Management dedicates themselves to maintaining the Group's ethics system and fostering an awareness of the ethical standards and principles among all employees throughout the Group.

Posted on March 25, 2005