Japanese companies across all industries have placed themselves at the forefront of challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to new and existing technologies. In the case of Naka Corporation, a manufacturer of building safety equipment, the company’s anti-viral handrails, which it first launched in 2015, have come into the spotlight amid the unprecedented hygiene concerns due to coronavirus. We speak to president Katsuyuki Sakuma about these revolutionary handrails, as well as Naka’s successful disaster prevention equipment for buildings, including the UD Escape series for the evacuation of wheelchair users released in 2017, and the TASCARL escape ladder.
Japanese companies across all industries have placed themselves at the forefront of challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to new and existing technologies. In the case of Naka Corporation, a manufacturer of building safety equipment, the company’s anti-viral handrails, which it first launched in 2015, have come into the spotlight amid the unprecedented hygiene concerns due to coronavirus. We speak to president Katsuyuki Sakuma about these revolutionary handrails, as well as Naka’s successful disaster prevention equipment for buildings, including the UD Escape series for the evacuation of wheelchair users released in 2017, and the TASCARL escape ladder.
Abe Nikko Kogyo’s unique technology, built to withstand Japan’s frequent earthquakes, enables the company to create fuel, water and sewage tanks that can stand up in the harshest environments. In this interview, president Tetsuro Ideguchi gives his insight into the infrastructure landscape in Japan and across the globe, explains what underpins the superior properties and performance of ANK’s tanks, and also discusses some of the company’s important projects around the world.
Abe Nikko Kogyo’s unique technology, built to withstand Japan’s frequent earthquakes, enables the company to create fuel, water and sewage tanks that can stand up in the harshest environments. In this interview, president Tetsuro Ideguchi gives his insight into the infrastructure landscape in Japan and across the globe, explains what underpins the superior properties and performance of ANK’s tanks, and also discusses some of the company’s important projects around the world.
In this interview for The Worldfolio, Mr. Yoshihide Kanzaki, President of Nihon Kolmar, delivers a compelling analysis as to his company’s competitive advantages, explains how Nihon Kolmar mitigated the impact of the COVID-19 thanks to its diversified product portfolio, and gives a glimpse into the future strategy of the firm.
In this interview for The Worldfolio, Mr. Yoshihide Kanzaki, President of Nihon Kolmar, delivers a compelling analysis as to his company’s competitive advantages, explains how Nihon Kolmar mitigated the impact of the COVID-19 thanks to its diversified product portfolio, and gives a glimpse into the future strategy of the firm.
Having established itself as a leading domestic player by meeting the extremely high demands of the Japanese cosmetics consumer, Ands Corporation now aims to bring the unique quality of J-Beauty to the wider international market. We speak with president Masayoshi Yamada to learn more about how Japanese cosmetics firms like Ands Corporation, which develops high-quality skincare products based on monozukuri principles, aims to expand J-Beauty Technology’s global scope.
Having established itself as a leading domestic player by meeting the extremely high demands of the Japanese cosmetics consumer, Ands Corporation now aims to bring the unique quality of J-Beauty to the wider international market. We speak with president Masayoshi Yamada to learn more about how Japanese cosmetics firms like Ands Corporation, which develops high-quality skincare products based on monozukuri principles, aims to expand J-Beauty Technology’s global scope.
Since its founding almost 70 years ago, Japanese toy manufacturer Kawada has been at the forefront of innovation in the industry, creating high-quality toys for adults and children alike. The company applies the philosophy of monozukuri to its production, using molding technology it has perfected through decades of dedication to produce toys of the highest quality. We speak with president Masakazu Kobayashi, who explains how Kawada’s stunning toys have captivated three generations in Japan and how the company continues to delight customers with its unique products. Now it aims to bring it toys to a wider global audience.
Since its founding almost 70 years ago, Japanese toy manufacturer Kawada has been at the forefront of innovation in the industry, creating high-quality toys for adults and children alike. The company applies the philosophy of monozukuri to its production, using molding technology it has perfected through decades of dedication to produce toys of the highest quality. We speak with president Masakazu Kobayashi, who explains how Kawada’s stunning toys have captivated three generations in Japan and how the company continues to delight customers with its unique products. Now it aims to bring it toys to a wider global audience.
Amid the endless typing and clicking on smartphones and computers, ink-based writing instruments continue to prevail, which is why Platinum Pen remains committed to providing high-quality, elegant and affordable fountain pens to discerning customers for whom the art of writing will never die. We speak with president Toshiya Nakata to learn more about Platinum’s high-quality products and how Platinum, which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2019, combines tradition and innovation to develop writing instruments fit for the needs and desires of its modern customers, based firmly on the belief that its fountain pens will always have a place even in our highly digitalized world.
Amid the endless typing and clicking on smartphones and computers, ink-based writing instruments continue to prevail, which is why Platinum Pen remains committed to providing high-quality, elegant and affordable fountain pens to discerning customers for whom the art of writing will never die. We speak with president Toshiya Nakata to learn more about Platinum’s high-quality products and how Platinum, which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2019, combines tradition and innovation to develop writing instruments fit for the needs and desires of its modern customers, based firmly on the belief that its fountain pens will always have a place even in our highly digitalized world.
As a leading construction consultant, Chodai provides infrastructure development solutions that resolve social issues. We are recognized for the solid expertise of our team of outstanding professionals and our technology and creativity that cover a wide range of areas including civil engineering structures such as bridges and tunnels, roads and railways, lifelines such as water and electricity, ports and rivers, schools, and medical facilities.
As a leading construction consultant, Chodai provides infrastructure development solutions that resolve social issues. We are recognized for the solid expertise of our team of outstanding professionals and our technology and creativity that cover a wide range of areas including civil engineering structures such as bridges and tunnels, roads and railways, lifelines such as water and electricity, ports and rivers, schools, and medical facilities.
We speak about some of the major trends in the electronics and automotives industry with Yota Sakai, President of Taiyo Kogyo, which is developing state-of-the-art PCBs for the latest smart vehicles and electric vehicles. Mr. Sakai also gives more insight into his company and its technology cultivated over the past 70 years.
We speak about some of the major trends in the electronics and automotives industry with Yota Sakai, President of Taiyo Kogyo, which is developing state-of-the-art PCBs for the latest smart vehicles and electric vehicles. Mr. Sakai also gives more insight into his company and its technology cultivated over the past 70 years.
Based on its long-cultivated know-how and industry-leading technology, Everloy develops specialized spray nozzles essential to the manufacturing process, customizing its products to meet each client’s specific needs. In a conversation with president, Keiro Fujiwara, we gain more insight into the company’s technology and products.
Based on its long-cultivated know-how and industry-leading technology, Everloy develops specialized spray nozzles essential to the manufacturing process, customizing its products to meet each client’s specific needs. In a conversation with president, Keiro Fujiwara, we gain more insight into the company’s technology and products.
Incorporating both software and hardware, Itoh Denki’s fully-integrated conveyer solutions enable customers to reach the cutting-edge of logistics technology. We speak with president Tetsuya Itoh to learn more about how the company develops market-leading automation solutions for factories and logistical centers based on innovation, modularity and security.
Incorporating both software and hardware, Itoh Denki’s fully-integrated conveyer solutions enable customers to reach the cutting-edge of logistics technology. We speak with president Tetsuya Itoh to learn more about how the company develops market-leading automation solutions for factories and logistical centers based on innovation, modularity and security.
