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Japan Business Report October 2018

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Japan’s gross domestic product is tipped to grow by 1.5 per cent, boosted by investment and spending on the 2019 Rugby World Cup and 2020 Olympic Games. Photo: EPA

Japan seen as safe haven with trade friction elsewhere adding to uncertainty

Analysts upbeat about the direction the Japanese economy has taken

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Japan poised to meet Shinzo Abe’s target of 40 million foreign tourists in 2020

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Consulate launches third Japan Autumn Festival in Hong Kong

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Daido Die & Mold Steel Solutions forms one-stop business to back expansion

A product of the merger of Daido Amistar, Daido Matex and Ishihara Kotetsu, DDMS’s business model combines the strengths of the three companies

Takayoshi Tsuda, president

In jewellery, Crossfor’s Dancing Stone crystals are a cut above the rest

Crossfor has succeeded in creating a diamond setting with a glitter that flickers in a way that has never been seen before

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JBCC backs companies’ digital transformation via secure cloud services and IT systems

JBCC has come a long way since it developed the first computer that could output Chinese characters in 1977. It now offers integrated systems – from state-of-the-art system infrastructure, software design and development to secure cloud services

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Salvaged vehicle expert TAU keeps momentum of overseas expansion

Japanese pioneer in buying and reselling used and damaged vehicles aims to expand its overseas business by partnering with more local distributors and logistics companies

Akitaka Miyamoto, CEO

Makino Seiki’s machine tool expertise is leading cutting tool industry forward

After manufacturing the legendary universal tool and cutter grinder C-40 from 1968, Makino Seiki has grown to produce cutting-edge computer numerical control tool grinders

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Asian industries stay ahead of the curve with NTT-AT’s future-driven technologies

NTT Advanced Technology assist businesses with their transition into the fourth industrial revolution

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Expanding control cables maker Kyosei focuses on India, Southeast Asia

Kyosei has been serving Japan’s agricultural and industrial machinery, construction and automotive industries since 1978

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Takashi Ishitani, president

CellSeed advances innovative regenerative therapy

CellSeed’s regenerative medicine product candidates are founded on cell sheet engineering developed by Professor Teruo Okano at Tokyo Women’s Medical University

Dr Setsuko Hashimoto, president and CEO

Ganko Food Service dishes out expansion plans across Asia

The 55-year old food company, with 100 restaurants all over Japan, is ready to explore opportunities in the region

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Cutting-edge music technologies hone Roland’s legacy of industry innovations

Roland is a renowned name in high-calibre electronic musical instruments

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Yoshitake’s fluid control and valve expertise uplifts Asia’s industrial sector

The company’s fail-proof valves meet market needs such as in Hong Kong, where Yoshitake’s valves are used in high-rise buildings

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Tetsu Yamada, president

Toyota to make better cars with the establishment of Toyota Customizing & Development

Conversion and accessories company brings together the strength and experience of Toyota Technocraft, J-TACS and Modellista to uphold car advancements globally

Kazuya Inagaki, president

Future is bright for Koizumi as it illuminates houses, retails and buildings

Koizumi Lighting stays true to its vision of being the originators of lighting culture by offering sustainable residential and commercial LED lighting solutions

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Narita International Airport expansion transforms Tokyo into truly international hub

The project is set to construct airport facilities that will raise the airport’s capacity from 300,000 annual landings and departures to 500,000 in the 2020s

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NAA Retailing offers own brand of omotenashi by creating memorable traveller experiences

NAA Retailing began trading as Fa-So-La and has grown from handling 10 stores in 2004, to 95 this year

Akiyoshi Watanabe, president and CEO

Chiyoda Seiki expands modern gas control technology

Chiyoda Seiki’s wide range of wares includes gas control equipment, welding and cutting equipment, gas vapourisers and gas regulators

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Fuji Medical Science expands technical collaboration in East Asia

Fuji is intensifying research and development to break new ground in the treatment of ageing and lifestyle diseases

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Marugo steps into its 100th year in shoe business

The Japanese footwear company is adept at ‘protecting the feet of working people’

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Shigehiko Fujiki, president

Aohata savours 70 years of success in the fruit and jam business

From the beginning, Aohata has excelled in production techniques and pushed the boundaries of what is possible with fruit products

Eiichi Nozawa, president

UKC upholds comfortable lifestyles with safe, reliable and pioneering devices

Key player in the growing electronics and digital technology market applies its expertise to develop advanced semiconductors and high-performance electronic components

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Leading rubber master batches provider bullish on growth in China

Elastomix takes pride in its research accomplishments to provide one-stop solutions for automotive, construction, electronics, engineering, architecture and printing businesses

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Akita International University takes on the big challenge of a small university

Founded in 2004, AIU has established a leading position in Japan for its global-standard curriculum and multicultural campus environment

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Norihiko Suzuki, president

Gastec boosts gas sensing technology to grow Asian footprint

Specialist in manufacturing high-quality standard and customised gas detector tubes, pumps and gas monitors is pursuing new opportunities to expand beyond industrial factories

Hiroshi Oguchi, president

Katani proves success in its 120-year business of decorative finishes

As it continues to modernise the world-class gold leaf technology that it pioneered since its establishment in 1899, Katani is also broadening its product offering

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Regal hits new stride with stepped-up quality and craftsmanship

To delight more shoe aficionados, Regal is embracing e-commerce so that high-end customers can confidently turn to online marketplaces for assured quality

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Japan Business Report October 2018
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