ArchiExpo, in partnership with JETRO, Japan External Trade Organization, presents a selection of high-quality industrial products from the top Japanese manufacturers. In this article, we focus on the products of 4 Japanese manufacturers.
JETRO, an institution under the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, fosters economic relations between Japan and the world. It supports innovation through direct investment in Japan and assists Japanese companies in expanding globally.
ArchiExpo, powered by VirtualExpo Group, a specialist in online exhibitions, provides Japanese manufacturers with a platform for showcasing their products. Over 2,000 products are currently on display at the Virtual Japan Pavilion in various sectors including architecture, agriculture, and more.
In this article, we provide a collection of products by 4 industrial manufacturers in various sectors including awnings, kitchen appliances, curtains, and artisanal works.
Baking Efficiency: Japan Kneader’s Sustainable Dough Sheeters
Japan Kneader Co., LTD., established in Fujisawa, Japan in 2008, specializes in innovative baking equipment that enhances efficiency and sustainability. Their products, including compact, manual Dough Sheeters, cater to both home kitchens and professionals.
There are two models: RS101 and RS201. The RS101 is smaller and easily disassembled, while the foldable RS201 handles up to 1000g of dough. Both models allow precise thickness adjustment for consistent baking results. Japan Kneader is actively developing new products for the international market and plans to introduce more innovative solutions soon.
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Carport Japan: Outdoor Spaces with Premium Aluminum Solutions
Carport Japan, operated by TOYO BOEKI CO., LTD., offers a diverse range of aluminum exterior products designed and manufactured in Japan. Specializing in carports, bike shelters, terrace awnings, walkway shelters, and aluminum fences and gates, Carport Japan delivers innovative solutions worldwide.
Each product is crafted using high-quality aluminum extrusion profiles, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal. With stringent quality controls and adherence to the highest manufacturing standards, Carport Japan provides reliable shading and shelter solutions tailored to enhance outdoor spaces with a blend of functionality and modern design.
Toyo Boeki’s brand Carport Japan has launched new adaptations of the Wide Bearing Beam and Triple 8m Bearing Beam styles! The new ceiling setup should be released in Autumn 2024. Stay tuned!
The Cool & Warm Thermal Insulated Curtain by Sakai Lace
Founded in 1964 in Gunma Prefecture, Japan, Sakai Lace Co., Ltd. specializes in advanced curtain lace fabrics, notably the Cool and Warm curtain (Thermal Insulated Curtain) featuring innovative “Suzushiya NEO” yarn.
This technology reduces solar heat by 71%, blocks 90.1% of UV rays, and provides 38.1% heat insulation, all while maintaining durability for up to 10 years. Ideal for homes and commercial spaces alike, these curtains offer energy savings, decorative appeal, and easy maintenance, embodying Japanese craftsmanship and environmental responsibility in textile innovation.
“We have been using Teijin’s recycled yarn, which is made of 30% recycled polyester, since last year.”
WATCH this video by Sakai Lace to better understand the making of its fabrics.
Chushin Kobo Co., Ltd. and the Modern Revival of Japanese Castings
Chushin Kobo Co., Ltd., founded in 1997 by Hisanori Masuda in Yamagata City, Japan, embodies a creative fusion of traditional Japanese casting techniques with modern design sensibilities. Masuda, a graduate of Musashino University of Art, has dedicated his career to revitalizing local industries through innovative product design.
Specializing in iron, aluminum, and bronze, Chushin Kobo crafts a range of functional and decorative items that blend the enduring beauty of Japanese cast iron with contemporary lifestyle needs.
Masuda’s designs, showcased at their Ennouji showroom near the workshop, reflect a commitment to preserving and evolving Japan’s cultural heritage while making it accessible and relevant to today’s global audience.
The “Imono Bird,” released by Chushin Kobo in 2023 at the Interior Lifestyle Exhibition, is an eco-friendly ornament designed to enhance room aesthetics with its bird motif, available in three sizes and versatile for various uses like bookends and memo holders, packaged environmentally consciously in a triangular shape without vinyl.
