With the aid of the country’s first and only fully automated roller production line, JRC provides tailored conveyor solutions to a wide swath of industries both in Japan and abroad, having manufactured conveyor belt components such as rollers, pulleys and stands for over 60 years. In this interview Minoru Hamaguchi gives his take on Japanese monozukuri and divulges details on the technology that goes into JRC’s products.
With the aid of the country’s first and only fully automated roller production line, JRC provides tailored conveyor solutions to a wide swath of industries both in Japan and abroad, having manufactured conveyor belt components such as rollers, pulleys and stands for over 60 years. In this interview Minoru Hamaguchi gives his take on Japanese monozukuri and divulges details on the technology that goes into JRC’s products.
Hiyoshi Corporation offers total support for various environmental projects, from measurement and analysis to supplying industrial chemicals, facility management and environmental conservation. Having shaped the environmental business for almost 70 years, today, amid unprecedented challenges brought about by climate change and environmental degradation, Hiyoshi’s work is more important than ever, both from the environmental and social perspective. We spoke with president Hiroshi Murata to learn more about Hiyoshi’s role in supporting the shift to a carbon-neutral world, as well as the company’s vital CSR work.
Hiyoshi Corporation offers total support for various environmental projects, from measurement and analysis to supplying industrial chemicals, facility management and environmental conservation. Having shaped the environmental business for almost 70 years, today, amid unprecedented challenges brought about by climate change and environmental degradation, Hiyoshi’s work is more important than ever, both from the environmental and social perspective. We spoke with president Hiroshi Murata to learn more about Hiyoshi’s role in supporting the shift to a carbon-neutral world, as well as the company’s vital CSR work.
Since 1991, Japanese firm THine Electronics has been involved in the manufacturing and sales of mixed signal LSIs as well as AI & IoT based solutions through its bases in the U.S. and Asia. Its president, Mr. Yoichiro Minami, speaks to The Worldfolio about the company’s unique technologies, history and where it is going in the future.
Since 1991, Japanese firm THine Electronics has been involved in the manufacturing and sales of mixed signal LSIs as well as AI & IoT based solutions through its bases in the U.S. and Asia. Its president, Mr. Yoichiro Minami, speaks to The Worldfolio about the company’s unique technologies, history and where it is going in the future.
Sumitomo Chemical Engineering – a subsidiary of chemical manufacturer Sumitomo Chemical – deals in the full life cycle construction of various types of chemical plants, from feasibility studies to after sales and maintenance services, as well as offering additional solutions such as equipment for semiconductor manufacturing and environmental services. We spoke to president Hajime Tsukimori to learn about the company’s services and how the company operates as an owner-based engineering company under parent firm Sumitomo Chemical.
Sumitomo Chemical Engineering – a subsidiary of chemical manufacturer Sumitomo Chemical – deals in the full life cycle construction of various types of chemical plants, from feasibility studies to after sales and maintenance services, as well as offering additional solutions such as equipment for semiconductor manufacturing and environmental services. We spoke to president Hajime Tsukimori to learn about the company’s services and how the company operates as an owner-based engineering company under parent firm Sumitomo Chemical.
For many firms, the Japanese manufacturing philosophy of monozukuri takes many shapes and forms. For Noritsu Koki, a holdings company with subsidiaries engaged in different businesses, the possibilities are endless. From DJ equipment and headphones to pen nibs and metal injection molding, Noritsu’s manufacturing prowess knows no bounds. In this interview, Representative Director and CEO Ryukichi Iwakiri discusses his unique views on the Japanese market and the role that globalization plays for Noritsu, in addition to the holdings group diverse set of businesses and the success that stems from them.
For many firms, the Japanese manufacturing philosophy of monozukuri takes many shapes and forms. For Noritsu Koki, a holdings company with subsidiaries engaged in different businesses, the possibilities are endless. From DJ equipment and headphones to pen nibs and metal injection molding, Noritsu’s manufacturing prowess knows no bounds. In this interview, Representative Director and CEO Ryukichi Iwakiri discusses his unique views on the Japanese market and the role that globalization plays for Noritsu, in addition to the holdings group diverse set of businesses and the success that stems from them.
With the rise and explosive popularity of electronic devices, it comes as no surprise to learn that the demand for high-quality components for them has followed. Hokuriku Electric Industry (HDK) has been developing and manufacturing electronic components for over 70 years, providing quality sensors and resistors. In this interview, president Morio Tada explains HDK’s success, which is based on the company’s strict adherence to its unique sanpouyoshi philosophy.
With the rise and explosive popularity of electronic devices, it comes as no surprise to learn that the demand for high-quality components for them has followed. Hokuriku Electric Industry (HDK) has been developing and manufacturing electronic components for over 70 years, providing quality sensors and resistors. In this interview, president Morio Tada explains HDK’s success, which is based on the company’s strict adherence to its unique sanpouyoshi philosophy.
Kikusui Tape has been dedicated to the production of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) tape since their establishment In 1949 and it was the first brand to commercialize kraft tape in Japan. Since then, they have been pursuing the improvement of their products with priceless properties that contribute to society. We interviewed President and CEO Daisuke Nishizawa who shared with us more about their latest developments, such as tapes that can be used at farms for growing crops, as well as their response to environmental demands through the development of non-polyethylene laminated kraft tape and curing tape using low VOC adhesive, which emit less CO2 during combustion than conventional ones.
Kikusui Tape has been dedicated to the production of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) tape since their establishment In 1949 and it was the first brand to commercialize kraft tape in Japan. Since then, they have been pursuing the improvement of their products with priceless properties that contribute to society. We interviewed President and CEO Daisuke Nishizawa who shared with us more about their latest developments, such as tapes that can be used at farms for growing crops, as well as their response to environmental demands through the development of non-polyethylene laminated kraft tape and curing tape using low VOC adhesive, which emit less CO2 during combustion than conventional ones.
Infrastructure forms the core of any society and the stronger it is, the stronger a society becomes. NIX not only helps provide this crucial infrastructure, but also offers renewable energy sources in the form of hydro and solar power. In this interview, President Tomoaki Ichimori discusses his firm's goal of becoming a total infrastructure company while highlighting the strengths that NIX can bring to the world.
Infrastructure forms the core of any society and the stronger it is, the stronger a society becomes. NIX not only helps provide this crucial infrastructure, but also offers renewable energy sources in the form of hydro and solar power. In this interview, President Tomoaki Ichimori discusses his firm's goal of becoming a total infrastructure company while highlighting the strengths that NIX can bring to the world.
Since 1993, Takeuchi Construction has undertaken approximately 1,600 projects (totalling in excess of 3.8 million square meters), including factories, warehouses and shopping centers throughout Japan. A pioneer in foundation construction, Takeuchi Construction developed the TNF method for low-rise buildings in soft ground areas. “Buildings often don’t need piles so there were demands for construction methods without the use of piles, which are costly and time-consuming to install,” explains company CEO Kinji Takeuchi. “The TNF method is one that maximizes the use of the original ground. In our research, we found that the TNF is also effective in suppressing seismic vibration and liquefaction.”
Since 1993, Takeuchi Construction has undertaken approximately 1,600 projects (totalling in excess of 3.8 million square meters), including factories, warehouses and shopping centers throughout Japan. A pioneer in foundation construction, Takeuchi Construction developed the TNF method for low-rise buildings in soft ground areas. “Buildings often don’t need piles so there were demands for construction methods without the use of piles, which are costly and time-consuming to install,” explains company CEO Kinji Takeuchi. “The TNF method is one that maximizes the use of the original ground. In our research, we found that the TNF is also effective in suppressing seismic vibration and liquefaction.”
The COVID pandemic has had many lasting effects across many industries, one of them being real-estate. Even though regional markets have struggled throughout the last two years, Japan has proved more stabled and has recovered much quicker than most. In this interview, Daiwa House Asset Management's president & CEO, Koichi Tsuchida, explains how Japan has managed to rebound after COVID, in addition to the plans for the growth of his firm.
The COVID pandemic has had many lasting effects across many industries, one of them being real-estate. Even though regional markets have struggled throughout the last two years, Japan has proved more stabled and has recovered much quicker than most. In this interview, Daiwa House Asset Management's president & CEO, Koichi Tsuchida, explains how Japan has managed to rebound after COVID, in addition to the plans for the growth of his firm.
