With the rise and explosive popularity of electronic devices, it comes as no surprise to learn that the demand for high-quality components for them has followed. Hokuriku Electric Industry (HDK) has been developing and manufacturing electronic components for over 70 years, providing quality sensors and resistors. In this interview, president Morio Tada explains HDK’s success, which is based on the company’s strict adherence to its unique sanpouyoshi philosophy.
With the rise and explosive popularity of electronic devices, it comes as no surprise to learn that the demand for high-quality components for them has followed. Hokuriku Electric Industry (HDK) has been developing and manufacturing electronic components for over 70 years, providing quality sensors and resistors. In this interview, president Morio Tada explains HDK’s success, which is based on the company’s strict adherence to its unique sanpouyoshi philosophy.
Kikusui Tape has been dedicated to the production of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) tape since their establishment In 1949 and it was the first brand to commercialize kraft tape in Japan. Since then, they have been pursuing the improvement of their products with priceless properties that contribute to society. We interviewed President and CEO Daisuke Nishizawa who shared with us more about their latest developments, such as tapes that can be used at farms for growing crops, as well as their response to environmental demands through the development of non-polyethylene laminated kraft tape and curing tape using low VOC adhesive, which emit less CO2 during combustion than conventional ones.
Kikusui Tape has been dedicated to the production of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) tape since their establishment In 1949 and it was the first brand to commercialize kraft tape in Japan. Since then, they have been pursuing the improvement of their products with priceless properties that contribute to society. We interviewed President and CEO Daisuke Nishizawa who shared with us more about their latest developments, such as tapes that can be used at farms for growing crops, as well as their response to environmental demands through the development of non-polyethylene laminated kraft tape and curing tape using low VOC adhesive, which emit less CO2 during combustion than conventional ones.
Infrastructure forms the core of any society and the stronger it is, the stronger a society becomes. NIX not only helps provide this crucial infrastructure, but also offers renewable energy sources in the form of hydro and solar power. In this interview, President Tomoaki Ichimori discusses his firm's goal of becoming a total infrastructure company while highlighting the strengths that NIX can bring to the world.
Infrastructure forms the core of any society and the stronger it is, the stronger a society becomes. NIX not only helps provide this crucial infrastructure, but also offers renewable energy sources in the form of hydro and solar power. In this interview, President Tomoaki Ichimori discusses his firm's goal of becoming a total infrastructure company while highlighting the strengths that NIX can bring to the world.
Since 1993, Takeuchi Construction has undertaken approximately 1,600 projects (totalling in excess of 3.8 million square meters), including factories, warehouses and shopping centers throughout Japan. A pioneer in foundation construction, Takeuchi Construction developed the TNF method for low-rise buildings in soft ground areas. “Buildings often don’t need piles so there were demands for construction methods without the use of piles, which are costly and time-consuming to install,” explains company CEO Kinji Takeuchi. “The TNF method is one that maximizes the use of the original ground. In our research, we found that the TNF is also effective in suppressing seismic vibration and liquefaction.”
Since 1993, Takeuchi Construction has undertaken approximately 1,600 projects (totalling in excess of 3.8 million square meters), including factories, warehouses and shopping centers throughout Japan. A pioneer in foundation construction, Takeuchi Construction developed the TNF method for low-rise buildings in soft ground areas. “Buildings often don’t need piles so there were demands for construction methods without the use of piles, which are costly and time-consuming to install,” explains company CEO Kinji Takeuchi. “The TNF method is one that maximizes the use of the original ground. In our research, we found that the TNF is also effective in suppressing seismic vibration and liquefaction.”
The COVID pandemic has had many lasting effects across many industries, one of them being real-estate. Even though regional markets have struggled throughout the last two years, Japan has proved more stabled and has recovered much quicker than most. In this interview, Daiwa House Asset Management's president & CEO, Koichi Tsuchida, explains how Japan has managed to rebound after COVID, in addition to the plans for the growth of his firm.
The COVID pandemic has had many lasting effects across many industries, one of them being real-estate. Even though regional markets have struggled throughout the last two years, Japan has proved more stabled and has recovered much quicker than most. In this interview, Daiwa House Asset Management's president & CEO, Koichi Tsuchida, explains how Japan has managed to rebound after COVID, in addition to the plans for the growth of his firm.
Tanazawa Hakkosha is a unique company, as it not only manufactures printed circuit boards (PCBs), but also conducts texturing for the surface of molds, being used in products such as home appliances and automobile interiors. With the manufacturing sector always evolving and changing, president Hajime Tanazwa discusses how his firm is adapting to industry trends and how he plans on growing the company in the future.
Tanazawa Hakkosha is a unique company, as it not only manufactures printed circuit boards (PCBs), but also conducts texturing for the surface of molds, being used in products such as home appliances and automobile interiors. With the manufacturing sector always evolving and changing, president Hajime Tanazwa discusses how his firm is adapting to industry trends and how he plans on growing the company in the future.
In order to reduce wear and tear of materials while also reducing binding and friction, industrial lubricants play an important role within the manufacturing sector. Nihon Kohsakuyu, also known as ‘Lube Tech’, has been providing these key lubricants for over 60 years. In this interview, President Shigeru Kobori outlines the rich history of Nihon Kohsakuyu and gives insight into the company’s R&D initiatives.
In order to reduce wear and tear of materials while also reducing binding and friction, industrial lubricants play an important role within the manufacturing sector. Nihon Kohsakuyu, also known as ‘Lube Tech’, has been providing these key lubricants for over 60 years. In this interview, President Shigeru Kobori outlines the rich history of Nihon Kohsakuyu and gives insight into the company’s R&D initiatives.
Kawasaki Geological Engineering specializes in geological surveys which are critical for offshore resource exploration, civil engineering works, and preventive maintenance of Japan’s aging infrastructure. We spoke with president and CEO Yasuhiro Tochimoto to learn more about the company, its technologies and plans for the future as it looks to strengthen its global presence.
Kawasaki Geological Engineering specializes in geological surveys which are critical for offshore resource exploration, civil engineering works, and preventive maintenance of Japan’s aging infrastructure. We spoke with president and CEO Yasuhiro Tochimoto to learn more about the company, its technologies and plans for the future as it looks to strengthen its global presence.
Founded in 1947, Soda Nikka has grown into a trading house focused on meeting the wide-ranging distribution and logistics needs of its clients, often small and medium-sized companies that require specialty chemicals. In an industry transitioning towards growth in sustainable products, Soda Nikka continues to succeed through its customer-centric approach to targeted business expansion, as explained by president Takahiko Nagasu in this interview with The Worldfolio.
Founded in 1947, Soda Nikka has grown into a trading house focused on meeting the wide-ranging distribution and logistics needs of its clients, often small and medium-sized companies that require specialty chemicals. In an industry transitioning towards growth in sustainable products, Soda Nikka continues to succeed through its customer-centric approach to targeted business expansion, as explained by president Takahiko Nagasu in this interview with The Worldfolio.
An object is only as strong as its weakest link, and for thousands of years humans have been working to strengthen these links through welding metals together. At an industrial scale, welding is imperative to keeping the global supply chain moving, especially through its contribution to shipbuilding, and Japanese firm Shikoku Welding Electrode is one of the firms pushing this sector forward with its innovative solutions. In this interview with president Yuichi Murakami, we learn more about how Shikoku Welding Electrode has been providing high-quality welding solutions for large-scale projects for the past 75 years.
An object is only as strong as its weakest link, and for thousands of years humans have been working to strengthen these links through welding metals together. At an industrial scale, welding is imperative to keeping the global supply chain moving, especially through its contribution to shipbuilding, and Japanese firm Shikoku Welding Electrode is one of the firms pushing this sector forward with its innovative solutions. In this interview with president Yuichi Murakami, we learn more about how Shikoku Welding Electrode has been providing high-quality welding solutions for large-scale projects for the past 75 years.
