An urakata – or backstage – company specializing in the highly specific mass finishing industry, Tipton was established in 1939. Initially a manufacturer of grinding wheels and abrasive media, the corporation has since diversified into machinery and chemical compounds. “The ability to design, produce and sell all these factors – the machinery, the abrasive media and the chemical compounds – has given us a unique position in the market as an integrated solutions provider for mass finishing,” says company president Fumiaki Kobayashi.
An urakata – or backstage – company specializing in the highly specific mass finishing industry, Tipton was established in 1939. Initially a manufacturer of grinding wheels and abrasive media, the corporation has since diversified into machinery and chemical compounds. “The ability to design, produce and sell all these factors – the machinery, the abrasive media and the chemical compounds – has given us a unique position in the market as an integrated solutions provider for mass finishing,” says company president Fumiaki Kobayashi.
Since its founding in 1963, Yamahachi Dental has focused on creating high-performance but affordable artificial teeth, gaining an international reputation and being named in 2020 as a Global Top 100 Niche Company by METI (Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry). With the second largest production capacity of artificial teeth in the world, Yamahachi Dental is supplying smiles across the globe.
Since its founding in 1963, Yamahachi Dental has focused on creating high-performance but affordable artificial teeth, gaining an international reputation and being named in 2020 as a Global Top 100 Niche Company by METI (Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry). With the second largest production capacity of artificial teeth in the world, Yamahachi Dental is supplying smiles across the globe.
A company best known for its PAL series of handheld measuring instruments, ATAGO specializes in refractometers designed to determine the Brix, or sugar content, of substances. ATAGO’s most popular refractometer is the PAL-1, a device typically used to gauge the Brix of fruit, vegetables, jams, sauces, condiments, soups and drinks. In this interview, president Hideyuki Amamiya gives more insight into the company and its technology, and explains how ATAGO closely listens to what its customers want in order to create well-designed, easy-to-use products.
A company best known for its PAL series of handheld measuring instruments, ATAGO specializes in refractometers designed to determine the Brix, or sugar content, of substances. ATAGO’s most popular refractometer is the PAL-1, a device typically used to gauge the Brix of fruit, vegetables, jams, sauces, condiments, soups and drinks. In this interview, president Hideyuki Amamiya gives more insight into the company and its technology, and explains how ATAGO closely listens to what its customers want in order to create well-designed, easy-to-use products.
Automation is increasingly empowering health providers to offer better services, including increased efficiency and better patient management. We spoke to Tosho president Yoshihito Omura to learn more about how the Japanese manufacturer is leading the way in Japan with its range of automated solutions while seeking to break into international markets.
Automation is increasingly empowering health providers to offer better services, including increased efficiency and better patient management. We spoke to Tosho president Yoshihito Omura to learn more about how the Japanese manufacturer is leading the way in Japan with its range of automated solutions while seeking to break into international markets.
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) has become a global healthcare crisis, with as many as 700,000 people worldwide dying annually due to the growing problem. Japanese firm Miyarisan Pharmaceutical is leading the pack in the research and development of probiotics to treat the issue. We spoke to president Masayuki Uchida to learn more about Miyarisan's activities at the forefront of healthcare.
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) has become a global healthcare crisis, with as many as 700,000 people worldwide dying annually due to the growing problem. Japanese firm Miyarisan Pharmaceutical is leading the pack in the research and development of probiotics to treat the issue. We spoke to president Masayuki Uchida to learn more about Miyarisan's activities at the forefront of healthcare.
As a specialized material manufacturer of stainless-steel rods and precision shafts, Silver Rod is a great example of a Japanese “hidden champion” using its unique technologies to support customers from a wide range of industries, from automotive to medical equipment.
As a specialized material manufacturer of stainless-steel rods and precision shafts, Silver Rod is a great example of a Japanese “hidden champion” using its unique technologies to support customers from a wide range of industries, from automotive to medical equipment.
What started off as a humble electronics parts specialist in 1945, Ohtori Corporation has grown into a general service system that is connecting parts makers and customers in an ever-changing electronics industry. In this interview, President Takayoshi Okamoto, discusses Ohtori’s evolution and growth, how it is adapting to the demands of a modern world and its history of success, stemming from the company’s strict adherence to reliability, quality and responsibility.
What started off as a humble electronics parts specialist in 1945, Ohtori Corporation has grown into a general service system that is connecting parts makers and customers in an ever-changing electronics industry. In this interview, President Takayoshi Okamoto, discusses Ohtori’s evolution and growth, how it is adapting to the demands of a modern world and its history of success, stemming from the company’s strict adherence to reliability, quality and responsibility.
As a trading company, Chori has had to evolve with the demands and needs of the market, successfully transforming into a firm that supplies to key industries. With their accumulated knowledge and experience over the course of its history, Chori has been able to build and diverse network, utilising this strength in its bid to help customers. In this interview, President, CEO & COO Kazuo Sakihama, discusses the Chori’s evolution and rich history, paying tribute to the company’s adherence to its philosophy of success, and the plans he has for Chori in the future.
As a trading company, Chori has had to evolve with the demands and needs of the market, successfully transforming into a firm that supplies to key industries. With their accumulated knowledge and experience over the course of its history, Chori has been able to build and diverse network, utilising this strength in its bid to help customers. In this interview, President, CEO & COO Kazuo Sakihama, discusses the Chori’s evolution and rich history, paying tribute to the company’s adherence to its philosophy of success, and the plans he has for Chori in the future.
Since its foundation in 1913, Murata Spring has been providing a key industry in automotive with crucial springs, developing the world’s first oval cross-section spring in the process. In a time where the demand for lighter car materials is high, Murata has been meeting this in addition to increasing functionality. In this interview, President and CEO Hiroshi Anzai, discusses the company’s strengths and future plans, stemming from its ability to evolve and adapt to an ever-changing world and market.
Since its foundation in 1913, Murata Spring has been providing a key industry in automotive with crucial springs, developing the world’s first oval cross-section spring in the process. In a time where the demand for lighter car materials is high, Murata has been meeting this in addition to increasing functionality. In this interview, President and CEO Hiroshi Anzai, discusses the company’s strengths and future plans, stemming from its ability to evolve and adapt to an ever-changing world and market.
Taiyo Kagaku has been creating products for human health and better quality of life with the keywords “safety” and “security” by utilizing the interface control technology it previously developed in the food industry. It has developed Sunsoft, a highly functional polyglycerol fatty acid ester that is used in various cosmetic formulations such as facial cleansing and basic skin care for emulsification, solubilization, cleansing and antibacterial applications. We sat down with president Nagahiro Yamazaki, who explains that Taiyo Kagaku will continue to offer high value-added concepts for human health and quality of life and contribute to reduced environmental impact by leveraging the advantage of materials and its knowledge in surface chemistry and dermatology.
Taiyo Kagaku has been creating products for human health and better quality of life with the keywords “safety” and “security” by utilizing the interface control technology it previously developed in the food industry. It has developed Sunsoft, a highly functional polyglycerol fatty acid ester that is used in various cosmetic formulations such as facial cleansing and basic skin care for emulsification, solubilization, cleansing and antibacterial applications. We sat down with president Nagahiro Yamazaki, who explains that Taiyo Kagaku will continue to offer high value-added concepts for human health and quality of life and contribute to reduced environmental impact by leveraging the advantage of materials and its knowledge in surface chemistry and dermatology.
