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"The 'circle' of connection between the future and local communities: Realizing a sustainable society."

  • sound level meter Testing in Student Formula Car Races
  • Group photo of all participants in the Student Formula Car Race.

Supporting the development of human resources responsible for the future of 'Nippon's manufacturing' for many years.

The Student Formula Japan Competition, organized by the Society of Automotive Engineers, is an event where students plan, design, and manufacture formula-style small racing cars, competing in various aspects such as performance, vehicle concept, and production costs, showcasing their overall manufacturing capabilities. Our company has been cooperating with sound level meter measurement since the first competition. On the day of the event, several of our employees serve as judges for the exhaust noise assessment. Through our sponsorship of this competition, we support the development of human resources who will carry the future of manufacturing, particularly in the automotive industry.

  • Cooperation for coverage with 'children's media' conveying the attractions of Yokohama and Tsuzuki.
  • Experience of sensory evaluation using the NV (sound vibration) simulator.

Cooperation with a children's media project that conveys the charm of Yokohama and Tsuzuki.

In July 2024, as part of a community contribution activity, junior reporters from elementary and middle schools in Tsuzuki Ward, Yokohama, visited the Yokohama Technical Center to conduct interviews about our company. Eight junior reporters, ranging from 4th grade to 1st year of middle school, participated in a tour of facilities such as the "anechoic chamber," "semi-anechoic chamber," and "reverberation room." They also experienced simple measurement activities using our products, attended an easy-to-understand lecture on "sound," and participated in sensory evaluations using the NV (sound vibration) simulator currently under research and development.

  • A booth introducing collaborative research on the sound of opening and closing lipstick containers, presented at WELL-BEING TECHNOLOGY 2025 (an initiative for creating pleasant sounds).

    Efforts towards Well-being

    In January 2025, our company and our group company Sound One jointly exhibited at 'WELL-BEING TECHNOLOGY 2025'. Focusing on the human senses, we are working on creating pleasant sounds and introduced a case study of collaborative research with a cosmetics manufacturer on the sound of opening and closing lipstick containers, among other efforts to create new social value.

  • An intern at Nagaoka University of Technology working on acoustic products (measurements with a sound level meter and product checks).

    Acceptance of interns who will bear the future.

    Since 2017, we have been accepting long-term interns from Nagaoka University of Technology. For about four months, we provide opportunities for practical work experience in manufacturing, mainly involving tasks related to acoustic products (measurement work with a sound level meter) and checking products before shipment.

  • A massage practice session by students from Tochigi Prefectural School for the Blind (at Utsunomiya Technical & Product Center).

    Cooperation with clinical practice at Tochigi Prefectural School for the Blind.

    In September 2024, a clinical training session was held at the Utsunomiya Technical & Product Center by students from the Tochigi Prefectural School for the Blind, aimed at promoting interaction with the local community and supporting the development of the next generation. The careful massages provided by the students allowed our employees to refresh both their body and mind.

  • Installed guide dog training donation vending machine

    Installation of vending machines for guide dog training donations.

    As part of welfare support activities, the Public Interest Incorporated Foundation East Japan Guide Dog Association has installed four "Guide Dog Training Donation Vending Machines" at the Utsunomiya Technical & Product Center and one at the Yokohama Technical Center. By using these vending machines, a portion of the sales will be donated to the Guide Dog Association.

  • Students maintaining cars in an engineering training program.

    Cultivating engineers who will lead the next generation.

    In 2020, we collaborated with students from Utsunomiya Technical High School's Science and Technology Research Club to evaluate the performance of an electric formula car they created, contributing to the development of future engineers. We provided advice from a technical perspective and allowed them to experience driving tests using our facilities.

  • Participants receiving lectures on safety awareness activities.

    Conducting safety awareness activities.

    We periodically hold tours of the Utsunomiya Technical & Product Center for high school students in Tochigi Prefecture. Additionally, as part of Tochigi Prefecture's industrial and technical education initiatives, our employees visit industrial high schools to introduce our safety and health activities as part of our outreach efforts.

  • Group photo of South Korean university students.
  • Korean university students visiting a facility.

A two-day tour for South Korean university students is being held.

In February 2024, a tour was conducted for about 30 students from Ulsan University in South Korea. The facilities of our company, including the automotive testing laboratory, torque calibration equipment, acoustic building, and showroom, were introduced, and a lecture on "HySE (Hydrogen Small Mobility Engine Research Consortium)" was also held. Through two days of tours and experiences, the students learned about our company's initiatives in collaboration with various companies in research and development towards the realization of a carbon-neutral society.

  • Employees conducting cleaning activities for the creation of a safe and secure city.

    Creating a safe and secure city through cleaning activities.

    In the Yokohama area, we are collaborating with nearby businesses to pick up trash and cut grass around our facilities. In the Utsunomiya area, we are participating in the "Picking Up is Fun Utsunomiya x The More You Pick Up, the More You Love the City Movement," working together with local companies and organizations to conduct cleaning activities around Utsunomiya Station.

  • Employees conducting free inspections for disaster recovery.

    Free inspections are being conducted for disaster recovery.

    The company has been providing support for early recovery from disasters such as the 'Reiwa 1 Year East Japan Typhoon' and the 'Reiwa 6 Year Noto Peninsula Earthquake'. In the aforementioned disasters, we conducted free inspections of our measuring instruments and testing equipment owned by customers affected by earthquakes, typhoons, and heavy rains.