[New Infrastructure for Semiconductor Procurement] Launch of 'TAYOL', an E-commerce Platform Specialized in Semiconductors and Electronic Components

TAYOL, operated by Kyosan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; General Manager: Taro Oshino), has launched an e-commerce platform on May 25, 2026, to address procurement challenges faced by electronic equipment manufacturers in a global market characterized by unstable supply. The platform supports domestic manufacturing with one of the largest numbers of manufacturers and product listings in Japan.

By connecting to undisclosed inventories, the platform offers over 12 million product listings, making it one of the largest in the country.

## Background: Unstable Supply Environment and Procurement Barriers

In the current semiconductor and electronic component market, rapid growth in high-tech industries has degraded supply for legacy industries, leading to frequent End-of-Life (EOL) notices. Furthermore, price hikes due to rising raw material costs have become normalized, causing significant difficulties for stable production.

'TAYOL' serves as a new procurement infrastructure, strongly supporting production continuity through a global procurement network linked with overseas suppliers and real-time local intelligence.

## Three Core Values of 'TAYOL'

1. Direct Supplier Collaboration: By eliminating intermediary margins and leveraging a global network, the platform secures over 12 million part numbers. It delivers even those devices difficult to obtain through official routes in the shortest possible time.

2. Small-Lot Transactions: By assuming the burden of inventory risk, Kyosan enables small-lot purchases for businesses dealing with a wide variety of parts in small quantities, helping to optimize cash flow.

3. Alternative Sourcing: For parts facing discontinuation or long lead times, TAYOL proposes optimized alternatives after verifying specification compatibility without necessitating major board redesigns. Professionals provide hands-on support, from datasheet analysis to sample delivery.

## Comments from the Project Lead

Taro Oshino, General Manager at Kyosan Co., Ltd., stated that this project was initiated several years ago to solve the inefficiencies in procurement activities through digital transformation (DX). He hopes that TAYOL will serve as a 'Tool' that works alongside procurement and development personnel to boost Japanese manufacturing.