The packaging manufacturer which specializes in closures and caps for products across the food and beverage industries is collaborating with overseas partners to enhance innovation and break into new global markets. We spoke to president Hisashi Nakajima to learn more about the company’s products, technologies and plans for the future, as well as his take on Japanese monozukuri.
The packaging manufacturer which specializes in closures and caps for products across the food and beverage industries is collaborating with overseas partners to enhance innovation and break into new global markets. We spoke to president Hisashi Nakajima to learn more about the company’s products, technologies and plans for the future, as well as his take on Japanese monozukuri.
With its unique business strategy across three distinct business segments – cardboard manufacturing, housebuilding, and logistics – TOMOKU is a company with diverse operations and interests. Thinking outside of the box, therefore, comes naturally to the organization, particularly when you consider one of its main product lines is the humble box itself; a product which has engendered a surprising amount of innovation over the years. In this interview, president Mitsuo Nakahashi explains more on how TOMOKU has innovated its manufacturing process and expanded overseas to meet growing global demand as e-commerce rises and more sustainable packaging is required.
With its unique business strategy across three distinct business segments – cardboard manufacturing, housebuilding, and logistics – TOMOKU is a company with diverse operations and interests. Thinking outside of the box, therefore, comes naturally to the organization, particularly when you consider one of its main product lines is the humble box itself; a product which has engendered a surprising amount of innovation over the years. In this interview, president Mitsuo Nakahashi explains more on how TOMOKU has innovated its manufacturing process and expanded overseas to meet growing global demand as e-commerce rises and more sustainable packaging is required.
Businesses across all industries have been hit by the volatile nature of the past 18 months, and many are seeking to widen their portfolios to increase their adaptability. Japan’s Sanka is a great example of the resilience that variety brings, growing from a component provider into an OEM and manufacturer of original products. Company president Iwao Kagoshima reveals that understanding the diversity of customer needs has been key to this growth, explaining: “If another company is doing ten versions of a product, we increase the variations to twenty or thirty so we can provide more variety to our clients.”
Businesses across all industries have been hit by the volatile nature of the past 18 months, and many are seeking to widen their portfolios to increase their adaptability. Japan’s Sanka is a great example of the resilience that variety brings, growing from a component provider into an OEM and manufacturer of original products. Company president Iwao Kagoshima reveals that understanding the diversity of customer needs has been key to this growth, explaining: “If another company is doing ten versions of a product, we increase the variations to twenty or thirty so we can provide more variety to our clients.”
Pioneers in fine printing and engineering plastics, Sakaiya is known for their unique translucent technology and 3D moulding process. Their expertise allows them to provide high-quality products that support a wide range of industries, such as automotive parts or medical and communication equipment. In this interview, Mr. Takeshi Sakaitaini explains how they were able to achieve such innovation, their plans for future global expansion and their approach to industry 4.0
Pioneers in fine printing and engineering plastics, Sakaiya is known for their unique translucent technology and 3D moulding process. Their expertise allows them to provide high-quality products that support a wide range of industries, such as automotive parts or medical and communication equipment. In this interview, Mr. Takeshi Sakaitaini explains how they were able to achieve such innovation, their plans for future global expansion and their approach to industry 4.0
The Toho Titanium Group manufactures high-purity titanium, titanium ingots and sponge for aerospace, in addition to their catalysts and chemicals business segment, where they utilize their technologies from titanium production. In this interview with the president Mr. Yasuji Yamao, we learn about the company’s goals for reducing their carbon footprint while still catering to the demand of titanium being light, durable and corrosion-free, as well as their plans for further global expansion
The Toho Titanium Group manufactures high-purity titanium, titanium ingots and sponge for aerospace, in addition to their catalysts and chemicals business segment, where they utilize their technologies from titanium production. In this interview with the president Mr. Yasuji Yamao, we learn about the company’s goals for reducing their carbon footprint while still catering to the demand of titanium being light, durable and corrosion-free, as well as their plans for further global expansion
Through their expertise in cold forged manufacturing technology, Kamiita Sosei ensures high quality while preventing material loss. Using their technology and accumulated know-how, the company specializes in producing various kinds of parts for speakers and automobiles. In this interview, president, Mutsuko Takeyama, explains how the company is gearing up for the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) with competitively-priced and high-quality automotive parts.
Through their expertise in cold forged manufacturing technology, Kamiita Sosei ensures high quality while preventing material loss. Using their technology and accumulated know-how, the company specializes in producing various kinds of parts for speakers and automobiles. In this interview, president, Mutsuko Takeyama, explains how the company is gearing up for the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) with competitively-priced and high-quality automotive parts.
Established in 1948 and 1959, respectively, Tokai Spring Mfg. Co., Ltd. and its sister company Tokai Riki Mfg. Co., Ltd, have played a vital role in the Japanese automobile industry supply chain for decades -- with the former manufacturing spring parts and the latter supplying wipers and control valves for Japan’s leading car makers. In 2020, the two companies came together to form Tokai Riki Co., Ltd., combining their expertise in order to enhance innovation, business development, and the ability to address the latest needs of the industry. We spoke to president Yasuyuki Nishi, who explained how Tokai Riki leveraging its proprietary technology, such as its fine wire weaving technology and CAE analysis system, to develop wipers, flow control valves, and springs suitable for the next generation of automobiles.
Established in 1948 and 1959, respectively, Tokai Spring Mfg. Co., Ltd. and its sister company Tokai Riki Mfg. Co., Ltd, have played a vital role in the Japanese automobile industry supply chain for decades -- with the former manufacturing spring parts and the latter supplying wipers and control valves for Japan’s leading car makers. In 2020, the two companies came together to form Tokai Riki Co., Ltd., combining their expertise in order to enhance innovation, business development, and the ability to address the latest needs of the industry. We spoke to president Yasuyuki Nishi, who explained how Tokai Riki leveraging its proprietary technology, such as its fine wire weaving technology and CAE analysis system, to develop wipers, flow control valves, and springs suitable for the next generation of automobiles.
IRISO Electronics Co., Ltd. was established in 1966 with the goal of contributing to the growth and development of the electronics industry. With unparalleled innovativeness and creativity, they have become a comprehensive connector manufacturer over the past 50 years. We sat down with Suzuki-san to discuss IRISO’s overseas business expansion and advancement into the interior vehicle device market.
IRISO Electronics Co., Ltd. was established in 1966 with the goal of contributing to the growth and development of the electronics industry. With unparalleled innovativeness and creativity, they have become a comprehensive connector manufacturer over the past 50 years. We sat down with Suzuki-san to discuss IRISO’s overseas business expansion and advancement into the interior vehicle device market.
Shishido, a Japanese company specializing in the manufacturing of ionizers for the removal of static electricity, is entering its eighth decade in operation. In a rapidly expanding semiconductor industry, naturally, Shishido has to react quickly to potential opportunities. The company manages this by never resting on its laurels. It releases new products every year as well as working on core technologies such as HDC-AC technology – an optimal option to guarantee safety and cleanliness in the manufacturing of semiconductors both for the short and medium term. We spoke to president Ryuichi Takeuchi to learn more about the company, its technology and plans for the future.
Shishido, a Japanese company specializing in the manufacturing of ionizers for the removal of static electricity, is entering its eighth decade in operation. In a rapidly expanding semiconductor industry, naturally, Shishido has to react quickly to potential opportunities. The company manages this by never resting on its laurels. It releases new products every year as well as working on core technologies such as HDC-AC technology – an optimal option to guarantee safety and cleanliness in the manufacturing of semiconductors both for the short and medium term. We spoke to president Ryuichi Takeuchi to learn more about the company, its technology and plans for the future.
Since its beginnings in 1964, Nippon Fusso has specialized in fluoropolymer coatings and contributed to the development of global industry through the continuous improvement of and dedication to technology, quality and service. As the world enters the fourth industrial revolution, the needs of the market are at the cusp of significant change. To meet them, CEO Satoru Toyooka explains that Nippon Fusso is perfectly placed; with a synergised R&D and Sales Department, over half a century of experience, as well as a talented and diverse workforce, it can be dependably called upon to create an incredibly strong platform to meet its customers’ ever shifting and increasingly exact needs.
Since its beginnings in 1964, Nippon Fusso has specialized in fluoropolymer coatings and contributed to the development of global industry through the continuous improvement of and dedication to technology, quality and service. As the world enters the fourth industrial revolution, the needs of the market are at the cusp of significant change. To meet them, CEO Satoru Toyooka explains that Nippon Fusso is perfectly placed; with a synergised R&D and Sales Department, over half a century of experience, as well as a talented and diverse workforce, it can be dependably called upon to create an incredibly strong platform to meet its customers’ ever shifting and increasingly exact needs.
