Based in Tokushima, an area surrounded by rivers and mountains, Awa Paper is blessed with an abundance of the raw materials necessary for continued success in the papermaking industry. The firm mainly serves the automotive and the water treatment industries, making significant efforts in developing membrane support fabric for Reverse Osmosis membranes in desalination plants. As water scarcity is becoming a more significant issue all over the world, Awa Paper is emphasizing the recyclability and reusability of water, breathing new life into the sector.
Based in Tokushima, an area surrounded by rivers and mountains, Awa Paper is blessed with an abundance of the raw materials necessary for continued success in the papermaking industry. The firm mainly serves the automotive and the water treatment industries, making significant efforts in developing membrane support fabric for Reverse Osmosis membranes in desalination plants. As water scarcity is becoming a more significant issue all over the world, Awa Paper is emphasizing the recyclability and reusability of water, breathing new life into the sector.
For more than a century, Fuwa Metal has contributed to the recycling of resources and the development of the recycling industry as a leading company in the collection, processing and sale of steelmaking raw materials. We spoke to president Masaaki Katsuyama to find out more about how Fuwa Metal continues to push innovation in the iron recycling sector.
For more than a century, Fuwa Metal has contributed to the recycling of resources and the development of the recycling industry as a leading company in the collection, processing and sale of steelmaking raw materials. We spoke to president Masaaki Katsuyama to find out more about how Fuwa Metal continues to push innovation in the iron recycling sector.
Established in 1947, Semba Corporation specializes in the interior design and construction of commercial spaces such as shopping centers, supermarkets, cafés and restaurants. In this interview, Daisuke Yashima, president and CEO, explains how Semba is embracing digital transformation and a greener future as it widens its portfolio to include schools, universities, offices and health centers.
Established in 1947, Semba Corporation specializes in the interior design and construction of commercial spaces such as shopping centers, supermarkets, cafés and restaurants. In this interview, Daisuke Yashima, president and CEO, explains how Semba is embracing digital transformation and a greener future as it widens its portfolio to include schools, universities, offices and health centers.
Leveraging state-of-the-art virtual reality construction simulation software and specialized IT lab facilities, Onocom is leading the Digital Transformation (DX) of the Japanese construction industry. The company, which is closing in on its 100th anniversary, continues to succeed in attracting new customers and finding new talent. “What sets Onocom apart is that we have implemented and made full use of the latest DX (Digital Transformation) technologies. Through innovation and forward-thinking we have created change in the Japanese construction industry,” says company president, Tatsuro Ono, in this interview with The Worldfolio.
Leveraging state-of-the-art virtual reality construction simulation software and specialized IT lab facilities, Onocom is leading the Digital Transformation (DX) of the Japanese construction industry. The company, which is closing in on its 100th anniversary, continues to succeed in attracting new customers and finding new talent. “What sets Onocom apart is that we have implemented and made full use of the latest DX (Digital Transformation) technologies. Through innovation and forward-thinking we have created change in the Japanese construction industry,” says company president, Tatsuro Ono, in this interview with The Worldfolio.
Both online and at its wide network of branches, Apaman provides a leading platform for locating rental properties in Japan and a host of other countries in Asia – and its expertise in IT is central to its success in real estate. “Real estate = IT in my mind,” says Apaman President Koji Omura, whose company applies cutting-edge cloud technology and artificial intelligence to find just the right home for its customers. In a bid to cater to a wider range of its clients’ needs, Mr. Omura explains that Apaman has also branched out into other lines of business related to real estate, such as property management, insurance and energy.
Both online and at its wide network of branches, Apaman provides a leading platform for locating rental properties in Japan and a host of other countries in Asia – and its expertise in IT is central to its success in real estate. “Real estate = IT in my mind,” says Apaman President Koji Omura, whose company applies cutting-edge cloud technology and artificial intelligence to find just the right home for its customers. In a bid to cater to a wider range of its clients’ needs, Mr. Omura explains that Apaman has also branched out into other lines of business related to real estate, such as property management, insurance and energy.
Real estate firm turned home technology solutions developer, Okura is the company behind the HESTA range of smart home and hotel solutions. With recent investment to develop household AI technologies – including the HESTA robot that can control household appliances, and a new product HESTA AirClean that is capable of removing 99% of viruses and harmful bacteria from the air – Okura is aiming to make a big splash in the growing smart home market. “We are expanding the HESTA range of smart solutions and will be distributing them to major developers across the country,” says Shizuo Kiyotaki, CEO & COO of Okura, in this interview with The Worldfolio.
Real estate firm turned home technology solutions developer, Okura is the company behind the HESTA range of smart home and hotel solutions. With recent investment to develop household AI technologies – including the HESTA robot that can control household appliances, and a new product HESTA AirClean that is capable of removing 99% of viruses and harmful bacteria from the air – Okura is aiming to make a big splash in the growing smart home market. “We are expanding the HESTA range of smart solutions and will be distributing them to major developers across the country,” says Shizuo Kiyotaki, CEO & COO of Okura, in this interview with The Worldfolio.
Japanese companies now see digital transformation (DX) as a way to create new business models or modify existing ones by taking advantage of new digital technologies. And many firms in the real estate and construction center are leading the pack. “The country as a whole has realized the importance of accelerating DX. As Japan moves towards further digitization, this is a great opportunity for our company,” says Noboru Okubo, President and CEO of Uchida Yoko, which has worked with a diverse range of public and private sector clients on a variety of different projects, including ICT and environmental solutions for schools, offices and governmental facilities.
Japanese companies now see digital transformation (DX) as a way to create new business models or modify existing ones by taking advantage of new digital technologies. And many firms in the real estate and construction center are leading the pack. “The country as a whole has realized the importance of accelerating DX. As Japan moves towards further digitization, this is a great opportunity for our company,” says Noboru Okubo, President and CEO of Uchida Yoko, which has worked with a diverse range of public and private sector clients on a variety of different projects, including ICT and environmental solutions for schools, offices and governmental facilities.
Since its foundation, Hisakado has been a key provider of piping equipment for a diverse range of fields, from gas to power generation. Today, Hisakado finds itself in a unique position, with competitors shifting out of the industry, allowing for expansion within the sector. In this interview, President Tatsuaki Hisakado, discusses the company’s strengths and success, stemming from its professionalism, preparedness and ability to provide to customers quickly and efficiently.
Since its foundation, Hisakado has been a key provider of piping equipment for a diverse range of fields, from gas to power generation. Today, Hisakado finds itself in a unique position, with competitors shifting out of the industry, allowing for expansion within the sector. In this interview, President Tatsuaki Hisakado, discusses the company’s strengths and success, stemming from its professionalism, preparedness and ability to provide to customers quickly and efficiently.
Having started out in 1975 as a maintenance company for Japanese automotive behemoth, Nissan, Fukuoka-based Heads Holdings has since diversified and expanded its business to provide automation and transportation systems for factories as well as non-contact automatic charging systems. The group also produces equipment such as conveyor belts and transfer systems, and has other complimentary business areas including logistics, dispatched labor, and real estate. We sat down with Yutaka Honda, President of Heads Corp), Takumi Honda, Representative Director and President of Heads Holding, Keiichi Honda, Chairman, to learn more about the company and its operations.
Having started out in 1975 as a maintenance company for Japanese automotive behemoth, Nissan, Fukuoka-based Heads Holdings has since diversified and expanded its business to provide automation and transportation systems for factories as well as non-contact automatic charging systems. The group also produces equipment such as conveyor belts and transfer systems, and has other complimentary business areas including logistics, dispatched labor, and real estate. We sat down with Yutaka Honda, President of Heads Corp), Takumi Honda, Representative Director and President of Heads Holding, Keiichi Honda, Chairman, to learn more about the company and its operations.
Founded in 1981, TOUNETSU is a major manufacturer of industrial furnaces, based not only in Japan, but also in China, India and Thailand. TOUNETSU specializes in aluminum casting furnaces, catering particularly to the automotive industry. As electric vehicles (EVs) take on a growing market share amid a push towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources, the company is adapting to the changing needs of its clients. We sit down for an interview with president Kiyata Mochizuki, who explains that TOUNETSU’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions goes hand in hand with that of its clients.
Founded in 1981, TOUNETSU is a major manufacturer of industrial furnaces, based not only in Japan, but also in China, India and Thailand. TOUNETSU specializes in aluminum casting furnaces, catering particularly to the automotive industry. As electric vehicles (EVs) take on a growing market share amid a push towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources, the company is adapting to the changing needs of its clients. We sit down for an interview with president Kiyata Mochizuki, who explains that TOUNETSU’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions goes hand in hand with that of its clients.
