The shift towards a carbon-free society and a growing shortage of labor due to an aging population are two of the major challenges that have prompted a major restructuring of the housing construction sector in Japan – where housing technology and equipment developer, EPCO, is helping the industry to address these issues head on. With its core business focused on designing and manufacturing highly efficient water, drainage and electrical equipment based on its many years of experience, EPCO also supports the design of energy-saving equipment required for next-generation housing, such as solar power technology and lithium storage batteries. We sat down with president of EPCO, Yoshiyuki Iwasaki, who gave more details on the company’s operations, as well as its five-stage value chain system that underlies its business.
The shift towards a carbon-free society and a growing shortage of labor due to an aging population are two of the major challenges that have prompted a major restructuring of the housing construction sector in Japan – where housing technology and equipment developer, EPCO, is helping the industry to address these issues head on. With its core business focused on designing and manufacturing highly efficient water, drainage and electrical equipment based on its many years of experience, EPCO also supports the design of energy-saving equipment required for next-generation housing, such as solar power technology and lithium storage batteries. We sat down with president of EPCO, Yoshiyuki Iwasaki, who gave more details on the company’s operations, as well as its five-stage value chain system that underlies its business.
Full-scale entry into the Semiconductor Business in China (strengthening the sales organization between Japan, the U.S., and China). GSI Creos Corporation stablished a new business base in the Chinese market by partnered with the world's Major manufacturing company (U.S.) of high-function sealing materials (O-ring) for semiconductor-manufacturing equipment and started sales
Full-scale entry into the Semiconductor Business in China (strengthening the sales organization between Japan, the U.S., and China). GSI Creos Corporation stablished a new business base in the Chinese market by partnered with the world's Major manufacturing company (U.S.) of high-function sealing materials (O-ring) for semiconductor-manufacturing equipment and started sales
Hashimoto Gumi is a general construction firm that handles a large range of projects, from public, residential, factory and office buildings, to civil engineering projects such as the construction of bridges, roads, and industrial parks. We speak with president, Masanori Hashimoto, to learn more about the company’s operations, projects and plans for the future.
Hashimoto Gumi is a general construction firm that handles a large range of projects, from public, residential, factory and office buildings, to civil engineering projects such as the construction of bridges, roads, and industrial parks. We speak with president, Masanori Hashimoto, to learn more about the company’s operations, projects and plans for the future.
Established in 1948, Kawaguchi Group, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in a range of activities: manufacture and sales of agricultural and packaging materials (Riverd Corporation Inc.); electrical machinery and equipment manufacturing, import and sales of agricultural materials, and import and sales of pet food (Riverd USA Inc.); and crop and cultivation sales (Riverd Field Agricultural Corporation Inc). We speak with Riverd Corporation Inc. president, Daisuke Kawaguchi, to learn more about the Group’s different divisions and how it has created synergies between them to offer its clients the best solutions. “Getting the best out of our products and technologies through our experience is our monozukuri style,” he explains.
Established in 1948, Kawaguchi Group, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in a range of activities: manufacture and sales of agricultural and packaging materials (Riverd Corporation Inc.); electrical machinery and equipment manufacturing, import and sales of agricultural materials, and import and sales of pet food (Riverd USA Inc.); and crop and cultivation sales (Riverd Field Agricultural Corporation Inc). We speak with Riverd Corporation Inc. president, Daisuke Kawaguchi, to learn more about the Group’s different divisions and how it has created synergies between them to offer its clients the best solutions. “Getting the best out of our products and technologies through our experience is our monozukuri style,” he explains.
As a leader in the field of oilless technology, Sankyo Oilless Industry Inc. supplies a range of automotive components that have gained an excellent reputation across the globe for their reliability and performance. In this interview, president, Satoshi Nakamura, explains how the company draws on its long history of innovation to adapt to the ever-changing needs and high demands of clients in the automotive industry.
As a leader in the field of oilless technology, Sankyo Oilless Industry Inc. supplies a range of automotive components that have gained an excellent reputation across the globe for their reliability and performance. In this interview, president, Satoshi Nakamura, explains how the company draws on its long history of innovation to adapt to the ever-changing needs and high demands of clients in the automotive industry.
Established in 1928, Okamoto Glass specializes in the manufacture and sales of special-purpose glass for industrial use and multi-layer film evaporation products. Since its establishment, the company has grown to become a leading global player, with a top share of the world market in three segments: multi-lens (approx. 75%), reflecting mirrors used in projectors (approx. 65%), and dental mirrors (approx. 72%). In this interview, Tsuyoshi Okamoto, Chairman & CEO, gives more details on the company’s products, its rich history of innovation and its plans for the future looking ahead to its 100th anniversary in 2028.
Established in 1928, Okamoto Glass specializes in the manufacture and sales of special-purpose glass for industrial use and multi-layer film evaporation products. Since its establishment, the company has grown to become a leading global player, with a top share of the world market in three segments: multi-lens (approx. 75%), reflecting mirrors used in projectors (approx. 65%), and dental mirrors (approx. 72%). In this interview, Tsuyoshi Okamoto, Chairman & CEO, gives more details on the company’s products, its rich history of innovation and its plans for the future looking ahead to its 100th anniversary in 2028.
We speak with Shinji Maeshiba, president of leading Japanese lighting manufacturer, Daiko Electric, who discusses some of the company’s products such as ZERO outdoor lighting, and gives his take on the future of lighting in an environmentally conscious world where energy saving is key. Mr. Maeshiba also explains more about the ability of Daiko's lighting products to provoke emotions and the importance of lighting from an architectural and aesthetic perspective, as well as the functional aspect.
We speak with Shinji Maeshiba, president of leading Japanese lighting manufacturer, Daiko Electric, who discusses some of the company’s products such as ZERO outdoor lighting, and gives his take on the future of lighting in an environmentally conscious world where energy saving is key. Mr. Maeshiba also explains more about the ability of Daiko's lighting products to provoke emotions and the importance of lighting from an architectural and aesthetic perspective, as well as the functional aspect.
Since its foundation in 1943, Nagasaki Sempaku has grown in tandem with the development of the shipbuilding industry in Japan, striving to meet customers' needs and expectations with continuous technological development as a company which specializes in total solutions, including designing, engineering and construction, for ship interiors. In this interview, Eiichiro Uchino, president of Nagasaki Sempaku, discusses the current state of the Japanese shipping industry, where the company holds a 65% share. Mr. Uchino also discusses the company’s plans to expand its international presence, particularly in Southeast Asia.
Since its foundation in 1943, Nagasaki Sempaku has grown in tandem with the development of the shipbuilding industry in Japan, striving to meet customers' needs and expectations with continuous technological development as a company which specializes in total solutions, including designing, engineering and construction, for ship interiors. In this interview, Eiichiro Uchino, president of Nagasaki Sempaku, discusses the current state of the Japanese shipping industry, where the company holds a 65% share. Mr. Uchino also discusses the company’s plans to expand its international presence, particularly in Southeast Asia.
We speak with Yasushi Iidzka, president of iiDZKA, which is a leading manufacturer of automotive parts using cold press and cold forging technologies. The company’s products airbag, seatbelt, steering and other parts.
We speak with Yasushi Iidzka, president of iiDZKA, which is a leading manufacturer of automotive parts using cold press and cold forging technologies. The company’s products airbag, seatbelt, steering and other parts.
Established in 1948, Sankei Giken Kogyo is a leading manufacturer of metal and plastic parts made by forming and surface-treatment processes, mainly for the automotive industry but also the lifestyle and aerospace industries. In this interview, president, Akihiro Hasegawa, shares more details on the varied range of applications of Sankei’s products, from motorcycle mufflers and the latest components for next-generation automobiles, to thermos flasks and even capsules launched into space before being submerged deep into the ocean.
Established in 1948, Sankei Giken Kogyo is a leading manufacturer of metal and plastic parts made by forming and surface-treatment processes, mainly for the automotive industry but also the lifestyle and aerospace industries. In this interview, president, Akihiro Hasegawa, shares more details on the varied range of applications of Sankei’s products, from motorcycle mufflers and the latest components for next-generation automobiles, to thermos flasks and even capsules launched into space before being submerged deep into the ocean.
