The Worldfolio sits down with Yukisei Hirono, President and CEO, of Hirono Iron Works, which specializes in farm machinery for a growing global market. “Agricultural machinery is focused on the technology of the manufacturer, so it is important for us to constantly improve our products to meet the expectations of our customers,” says Mr. Hirono, who wants to expand the company’s foothold globally and develop new technologies that can change the face of agriculture worldwide.
The Worldfolio sits down with Yukisei Hirono, President and CEO, of Hirono Iron Works, which specializes in farm machinery for a growing global market. “Agricultural machinery is focused on the technology of the manufacturer, so it is important for us to constantly improve our products to meet the expectations of our customers,” says Mr. Hirono, who wants to expand the company’s foothold globally and develop new technologies that can change the face of agriculture worldwide.
A company deeply committed to R&D and innovation, I.S.T Corp. develops functional polymer materials centering on polyimide resin, which have applications in several areas, such as office automation equipment, textile materials and measuring instruments. We speak with president Toshiko Sakane to learn more about the company’s latest innovations.
A company deeply committed to R&D and innovation, I.S.T Corp. develops functional polymer materials centering on polyimide resin, which have applications in several areas, such as office automation equipment, textile materials and measuring instruments. We speak with president Toshiko Sakane to learn more about the company’s latest innovations.
As a globally leading manufacturer of packaging and related machinery, Fuji Seal not only employs monozukuri (Japanese craftsmanship) to provide the best solutions for customers seeking the most appealing and high-performing packaging on the market, but the company has also put itself at the forefront of the development of the latest recyclable plastic materials technology. We speak with president, Shigeko Okazaki, to learn more about the company and its innovative products, which are used by some of the world’s biggest brands.
As a globally leading manufacturer of packaging and related machinery, Fuji Seal not only employs monozukuri (Japanese craftsmanship) to provide the best solutions for customers seeking the most appealing and high-performing packaging on the market, but the company has also put itself at the forefront of the development of the latest recyclable plastic materials technology. We speak with president, Shigeko Okazaki, to learn more about the company and its innovative products, which are used by some of the world’s biggest brands.
Unicharm Corporation is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of hygiene products, household cleaning products, specializing in the manufacture of diapers for both babies and adult incontinence, feminine hygiene products and pet care products. We speak with president and CEO, Takahisa Takahara, to gain more insight into the company and its products, as well as its efforts in terms of environmental sustainability as a manufacturer of disposal products.
Unicharm Corporation is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of hygiene products, household cleaning products, specializing in the manufacture of diapers for both babies and adult incontinence, feminine hygiene products and pet care products. We speak with president and CEO, Takahisa Takahara, to gain more insight into the company and its products, as well as its efforts in terms of environmental sustainability as a manufacturer of disposal products.
The growing consumer market in Vietnam coupled with historically low import tariffs means there are big opportunities for US food product exporters in the fast-growing Asian nation. However, with that growth comes the higher standards and more sophisticated demands of the Vietnamese consumer – as pointed out by Lê Thị Vân and Didier Lachize, directors of New Viet Dairy, which imports a number of high-quality beef and dairy products from the US for the local market. With this in mind, they point out that opportunities are not only there for big US food firms, but also smaller artisan food companies, for example those making high-quality cheeses.
The growing consumer market in Vietnam coupled with historically low import tariffs means there are big opportunities for US food product exporters in the fast-growing Asian nation. However, with that growth comes the higher standards and more sophisticated demands of the Vietnamese consumer – as pointed out by Lê Thị Vân and Didier Lachize, directors of New Viet Dairy, which imports a number of high-quality beef and dairy products from the US for the local market. With this in mind, they point out that opportunities are not only there for big US food firms, but also smaller artisan food companies, for example those making high-quality cheeses.
Biomass Energy Corporation has been working on perfecting biomass generator technologies that combine gasification, liquid fuel (methanol) synthesis and power generation for over a decade. Such efforts enabled the company to finally launch its groundbreaking technology to the market in 2018. We speak with president Mitsunori Hiramoto to learn more about BME’s biomass generator, which can use a wide range of materials as fuel sources, from grass, bark and leaves, to waste products of coffee and beer production.
Biomass Energy Corporation has been working on perfecting biomass generator technologies that combine gasification, liquid fuel (methanol) synthesis and power generation for over a decade. Such efforts enabled the company to finally launch its groundbreaking technology to the market in 2018. We speak with president Mitsunori Hiramoto to learn more about BME’s biomass generator, which can use a wide range of materials as fuel sources, from grass, bark and leaves, to waste products of coffee and beer production.
“Bringing undiscovered possibilities to the future through the union of nature and technology” – that is the goal of Orzya, a Japanese company that creates functional foods and nutraceuticals that now aims to bring more of its products to the global market. We sit down with president Hiromichi Murai to gain more insight into the company, it’s products and strategy for global growth.
“Bringing undiscovered possibilities to the future through the union of nature and technology” – that is the goal of Orzya, a Japanese company that creates functional foods and nutraceuticals that now aims to bring more of its products to the global market. We sit down with president Hiromichi Murai to gain more insight into the company, it’s products and strategy for global growth.
The endless potential of castor oil has long been recognized by Itoh Oil Chemicals Company, which has been in the business of manufacturing high-quality castor oil-based products and derivatives since 1946 and boasts Japan’s largest castor oil refinery. We sit down with president Takuya Katayama to learn more about how castor oil is replacing the use of fossil-fuel based derivatives in a wide range of applications, from bio-based plastics, lubricants and specialty rubber, to paints and cosmetic products, and why Itoh is the ideal partner for companies looking for the highest-quality castor oil solutions.
The endless potential of castor oil has long been recognized by Itoh Oil Chemicals Company, which has been in the business of manufacturing high-quality castor oil-based products and derivatives since 1946 and boasts Japan’s largest castor oil refinery. We sit down with president Takuya Katayama to learn more about how castor oil is replacing the use of fossil-fuel based derivatives in a wide range of applications, from bio-based plastics, lubricants and specialty rubber, to paints and cosmetic products, and why Itoh is the ideal partner for companies looking for the highest-quality castor oil solutions.
TNK Sanwa Precision Co., Ltd. was established in 1946 under the name Tanaka Mfg. in Tokyo. TNK Sanwa Precision Co., Ltd. has focused on the production of high precision roller, needle and micro shaft for industrial machinery, automotive market and small diameter sliding screw for robot market. Based on the company’s philosophy of creating things with technology and quality, TNK Sanwa Precision Co., Ltd. has expanded its networks domestically and globally. We had an interview with Takuya Nakamura as the president of the company, to deeper discuss the company and its strategies globally.
TNK Sanwa Precision Co., Ltd. was established in 1946 under the name Tanaka Mfg. in Tokyo. TNK Sanwa Precision Co., Ltd. has focused on the production of high precision roller, needle and micro shaft for industrial machinery, automotive market and small diameter sliding screw for robot market. Based on the company’s philosophy of creating things with technology and quality, TNK Sanwa Precision Co., Ltd. has expanded its networks domestically and globally. We had an interview with Takuya Nakamura as the president of the company, to deeper discuss the company and its strategies globally.
Gun Ei Chemical Industry (GCI) is a leading Japanese chemicals company, with a core business producing plastic resins, synthetic fibers and other chemical products for use mostly in the automotive, construction and electronics industries. We speak with president Kiichiro Arita, who sees the company’s future growth stemming from supporting the development of the electronics industry.
Gun Ei Chemical Industry (GCI) is a leading Japanese chemicals company, with a core business producing plastic resins, synthetic fibers and other chemical products for use mostly in the automotive, construction and electronics industries. We speak with president Kiichiro Arita, who sees the company’s future growth stemming from supporting the development of the electronics industry.
