Announcement Regarding the Appointment of Kazuo Matsui of K's Camera Repair as Honorary Technical Advisor

Announcement Regarding the Appointment of Kazuo Matsui of K's Camera Repair as Honorary Technical Advisor

Company: UCS Inc. Industry: Digital Products/Home Appliances, Publishing/Art/Culture

Chiba, Japan – April 1, 2026 – UCS Inc. (Headquarters: Narashino City, Chiba Prefecture, President: Kazunori Nakajima), which operates camera repair services within the Kitamura Holdings Group, is pleased to announce that Mr. Kazuo Matsui of K's Camera Repair (Location: Moriguchi City, Osaka Prefecture) has been appointed as our Honorary Technical Advisor. This appointment marks the beginning of a structured initiative to inherit his exceptional repair skills. Consequently, all repair operations will transition to be handled through our company, and we will commence training and technical transmission for our repair technicians under his guidance as Honorary Technical Advisor.

Inheriting Advanced Repair Techniques for Hasselblad, Plaubel Makina, and Other Highly Specialized Cameras

Amidst the digitization of cameras, where manufacturer-led unit replacement has become the norm, the number of businesses possessing advanced repair skills for mechanical cameras is declining year by year. This situation makes it increasingly difficult to pass down traditional repair techniques and to train new repair technicians. UCS Inc. has long advocated for "skill succession" and has strived to create an environment where cherished cameras can be used and loved for a long time. By bringing in Mr. Kazuo Matsui, who possesses outstanding expertise, we aim to further solidify the "sustainability of skills," a critical issue facing the entire industry.

Purpose and Significance of Skill Succession

・ Nurturing Next-Generation Repair Technicians

As Honorary Technical Advisor, Mr. Kazuo Matsui will provide advanced technical guidance and education, grounded in his extensive experience, to our company's technicians. This will ensure the reliable transmission of "master craftsmanship" to the next generation.

・ Transfer and Stable Provision of Repair Reception System

Starting April 1, 2026, all repair requests originally directed to K's Repair will be accepted through our group as the primary point of contact. By merging Mr. Matsui's technical supervision with our company's organized repair system, we will offer stable, high-quality repair services to a wider range of customers.

・ Succession and Development of Camera Culture

We will enhance our ability to handle models that are considered difficult to repair, thereby fostering and passing down to future generations the culture of "repairing and continuing to use" valuable equipment.

Company and Office Overview

UCS Inc. Representative: Kazunori Nakajima, President Location: 2-1-2 Akanehama, Narashino City, Chiba Prefecture Business Contents: Repair, maintenance, and cleaning of cameras and lenses. HP: https://www.u-cs.co.jp/

K's Camera Repair Representative: Kazuo Matsui Location: 3-10-19-312 Yakumo Kita-machi, Moriguchi City, Osaka Prefecture Business Contents: Repair and maintenance of imported/domestic classic cameras, photography equipment. Sales of classic and used cameras (online shop). HP: http://ks-camera.jp/top.html

About K's Camera Repair

Representative: Mr. Kazuo Matsui

Founded by Mr. Kazuo Matsui, who previously worked in repair services for camera manufacturers and other companies. Mr. Matsui has been engaged in camera repair on the front lines for over 60 years. He possesses exceptional skill, particularly in the repair of mechanical cameras requiring advanced and precise techniques, such as Hasselblad and Plaubel Makina, and is deeply trusted by camera enthusiasts nationwide.

Repair Application Flow

① In-Person Drop-off: Please bring your repair equipment directly to your nearest "Camera no Kitamura" store. [Guide to In-Store Repair Reception | Camera no Kitamura Net Shop](https://shop.kitamura.jp/ec/guide/syuuri/tenpo?touch=true)

② Mail-in Service: Please contact us via the inquiry form on the UCS Inc. website. [Inquiry | UCS Inc.](https://u-cs.co.jp/contact/)