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

U.C.S. Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Narashino, Chiba; President: Kazunori Nakajima), which operates a camera repair business under the Kitamura Holdings Group, is pleased to announce that Mr. Kazuo Matsui of K's Camera Repair (Location: Moriguchi, Osaka) has been appointed as our Honorary Technical Advisor. We will proceed with the succession of the exceptional repair techniques possessed by Mr. Matsui. Consequently, we will transition to a system where all future repair operations are handled through our company, and Mr. Matsui will begin providing education and technical training to our repair technicians in his capacity as Honorary Technical Advisor.

Passing on Repair Techniques for Equipment Requiring Highly Specialized Knowledge, Such as Hasselblad and Plaubel Makina

As the digitalization of cameras progresses, manufacturer-led unit-replacement repairs have become the mainstream, while the number of businesses possessing advanced repair skills for mechanical cameras and similar equipment is decreasing year by year. As a result, traditional repair techniques are becoming difficult to pass on, and the training of repair technicians is facing significant challenges. Our company has long advocated for the "succession of technology" and has strived to create an environment where people can cherish and use their important cameras for a long time. By inviting Mr. Kazuo Matsui, who possesses exceptional skills, we will strengthen the "sustainability of technology," which is a challenge for the entire industry.

Purpose and Significance of Technical Succession

・ Training Next-Generation Repair Technicians

As Honorary Technical Advisor, Mr. Kazuo Matsui will provide high-level technical guidance and education to our company's technicians, backed by his many years of experience. This will ensure that "master craftsmanship" is reliably passed on to the next generation.

・ Transfer of Repair Reception and Stable Provision

Effective April 1, 2026, our group will serve as the point of contact for all repair requests previously handled by K's Repair. By integrating Mr. Matsui's technical supervision with our organizational repair system, we will provide stable, high-quality repair services to even more customers.

・ Succession and Development of Camera Culture

We will strengthen our ability to handle models previously considered difficult to repair, connecting and fostering the culture of "repairing and continuing to use" the precious equipment of camera users for the next generation.

Company and Office Overview

U.C.S. Co., Ltd.

Representative: Kazunori Nakajima, President and Representative Director

Location: 2-1 Akanehama, Narashino, Chiba

Business Description: Repair, maintenance, and cleaning of cameras and lenses

Website: https://www.u-cs.co.jp/

K's Camera Repair

Representative: Kazuo Matsui

Location: 3-10-19-312 Yakumokita-machi, Moriguchi, Osaka

Business Description: Repair of imported/domestic classic cameras and maintenance of photographic equipment. Sales of classic and used cameras (online shop).

Website: http://ks-camera.jp/top.html

About K's Camera Repair

Representative: Mr. Kazuo Matsui Established by Mr. Kazuo Matsui, who has been engaged in repair work at camera manufacturers and other firms. Mr. Matsui has been working on the front lines of camera repair for over 60 years. He possesses exceptional skill, particularly in the repair of mechanical cameras requiring highly advanced and precise techniques, such as Hasselblad and Plaubel Makina, and has earned the deep trust of camera enthusiasts nationwide.

Repair Application Process

① For In-Store 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

② For Mail-in Service

Please contact us via the inquiry form on the U.C.S. Co., Ltd. website.

Inquiries | U.C.S. Co., Ltd.