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.
Semiconductor miniaturization and the emergence of electric vehicles are among the main industry trends that have been shaping the business development of Elematec, a company which provides electronic materials, parts and module products to electronics manufacturers around the world. We speak with CEO, Akira Yokode, who reveals that the company’s automotive division has tripled its sales since 2011, when it began a partnership with Toyota Tsusho. Elematec, he says, is in a unique position to quickly assist customers in the EV field “with the technology, know-how, and information cultivated from our experience in other industries/markets outside of the automotive realm.”
Semiconductor miniaturization and the emergence of electric vehicles are among the main industry trends that have been shaping the business development of Elematec, a company which provides electronic materials, parts and module products to electronics manufacturers around the world. We speak with CEO, Akira Yokode, who reveals that the company’s automotive division has tripled its sales since 2011, when it began a partnership with Toyota Tsusho. Elematec, he says, is in a unique position to quickly assist customers in the EV field “with the technology, know-how, and information cultivated from our experience in other industries/markets outside of the automotive realm.”
Galilei is a leading Japanese manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment; particularly for the food industry, but also for medical use. Its range of commercial freezers, chillers and refrigerated display cabinets are tried and trusted by clients in Japan and across Asia. In this interview, president, Yutaka Fukushima, gives his insight into the current state of the cold storage industry and discusses some of Galilei’s top products, such the CLAIR Send-you Series, and the technologies behind the superior performance and quality of Galilei’s equipment.
Galilei is a leading Japanese manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment; particularly for the food industry, but also for medical use. Its range of commercial freezers, chillers and refrigerated display cabinets are tried and trusted by clients in Japan and across Asia. In this interview, president, Yutaka Fukushima, gives his insight into the current state of the cold storage industry and discusses some of Galilei’s top products, such the CLAIR Send-you Series, and the technologies behind the superior performance and quality of Galilei’s equipment.
