Kokuyo Joins the Core Project of the 'Kiso Forest Grand Cycle Concept'
Kokuyo Co., Ltd. announced its participation in the 'Shingohan' plywood manufacturing and interior material processing project, a core part of the Kiso Forest Grand Cycle Concept, starting April 2026.
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Kokuyo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka; President: Hidekuni Kuroda) announced its participation in the plywood manufacturing and interior material processing project "(Tentative) Shingohan" starting April 2026. This project is the core business of the "Kiso Forest Grand Cycle Concept," which aims to build a circular economy using forest resources in the Kiso region. It is promoted by Tsumikasane Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kiso Town, Nagano; Representative: Yusuke Aono).
Image: First Factory (Shiojiri City, former Naragawa Junior High School): A base for manufacturing veneers from logs.
1. Project Overview
The project "(Tentative) Shingohan" focuses on manufacturing and processing high-value-added plywood suitable for construction, interiors, and furniture by utilizing forest resources in the Kiso region, particularly small-diameter timber which has historically been difficult to use effectively. Through the circular use of forest resources, the project aims to create new value and revitalize the regional economy.
*September 25, 2025: New plywood and interior material processing factories established using two closed schools in the Kiso region.
https://www.takenaka.co.jp/news/2025/09/06/
The project is operated by Tsumikasane Co., Ltd., founded by Tree to Green, Salt Terminal, Takenaka Corporation, and Tanseisha. It is being promoted at two sites: the "First Factory" at the former Naragawa Junior High School (Shiojiri City, Nagano) and the "Second Factory" at the former Ueda Elementary School (Kiso Town, Nagano).
Kokuyo has endorsed the spirit of this concept and joined Tsumikasane's efforts starting April 2026.
2. Purpose of Participation and Future Developments
Kokuyo joined this project to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society through the circular use of forest resources and to expand the possibilities of wood utilization in the fields of architecture, interiors, and furniture by leveraging its expertise as a manufacturer.
Moving forward, through participation in this project, Kokuyo will promote initiatives related to the circular use of forest resources and continue efforts toward creating value, such as product development utilizing forest resources from the Kiso region, and realizing a sustainable society.
Image: Second Factory (Kiso Town, former Ueda Elementary School): A base for manufacturing plywood from veneers.
(Reference) About the Project
This project aims to build a "Forest Grand Cycle" that integrally connects forest maintenance, manufacturing/processing, and architectural utilization through the circular use of forest resources in the Kiso region, with the goal of effective utilization of regional resources and the creation of a sustainable economic cycle.
- Project Name: "(Tentative) Shingohan"
- Operating Company: Tsumikasane Co., Ltd. (URL: https://shingohan.com/)
- Headquarters: 6943-1 Shinkai, Kiso Town, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture
- Representative: Yusuke Aono
- Established: September 2024
- Business: Manufacturing and sales of veneers and plywood
- Shareholders: Tree to Green, Salt Terminal, Takenaka Corporation, Tanseisha, Kokuyo (joined April 2026), Takizawa Beniya (joined April 2026)
- Factory Locations: First Factory / 1037-3 Narai, Shiojiri City; Second Factory / 1942 Shinkai, Kiso Town, Kiso District.
*The information provided is current as of the announcement date. Please note that it is subject to change without notice.
*Company names, service names, and product names mentioned are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.
[Inquiries] Kokuyo Customer Service Center
https://www.kokuyo.co.jp/support/
Image: First Factory (Shiojiri City, former Naragawa Junior High School): A base for manufacturing veneers from logs.
1. Project Overview
The project "(Tentative) Shingohan" focuses on manufacturing and processing high-value-added plywood suitable for construction, interiors, and furniture by utilizing forest resources in the Kiso region, particularly small-diameter timber which has historically been difficult to use effectively. Through the circular use of forest resources, the project aims to create new value and revitalize the regional economy.
*September 25, 2025: New plywood and interior material processing factories established using two closed schools in the Kiso region.
https://www.takenaka.co.jp/news/2025/09/06/
The project is operated by Tsumikasane Co., Ltd., founded by Tree to Green, Salt Terminal, Takenaka Corporation, and Tanseisha. It is being promoted at two sites: the "First Factory" at the former Naragawa Junior High School (Shiojiri City, Nagano) and the "Second Factory" at the former Ueda Elementary School (Kiso Town, Nagano).
Kokuyo has endorsed the spirit of this concept and joined Tsumikasane's efforts starting April 2026.
2. Purpose of Participation and Future Developments
Kokuyo joined this project to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society through the circular use of forest resources and to expand the possibilities of wood utilization in the fields of architecture, interiors, and furniture by leveraging its expertise as a manufacturer.
Moving forward, through participation in this project, Kokuyo will promote initiatives related to the circular use of forest resources and continue efforts toward creating value, such as product development utilizing forest resources from the Kiso region, and realizing a sustainable society.
Image: Second Factory (Kiso Town, former Ueda Elementary School): A base for manufacturing plywood from veneers.
(Reference) About the Project
This project aims to build a "Forest Grand Cycle" that integrally connects forest maintenance, manufacturing/processing, and architectural utilization through the circular use of forest resources in the Kiso region, with the goal of effective utilization of regional resources and the creation of a sustainable economic cycle.
- Project Name: "(Tentative) Shingohan"
- Operating Company: Tsumikasane Co., Ltd. (URL: https://shingohan.com/)
- Headquarters: 6943-1 Shinkai, Kiso Town, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture
- Representative: Yusuke Aono
- Established: September 2024
- Business: Manufacturing and sales of veneers and plywood
- Shareholders: Tree to Green, Salt Terminal, Takenaka Corporation, Tanseisha, Kokuyo (joined April 2026), Takizawa Beniya (joined April 2026)
- Factory Locations: First Factory / 1037-3 Narai, Shiojiri City; Second Factory / 1942 Shinkai, Kiso Town, Kiso District.
*The information provided is current as of the announcement date. Please note that it is subject to change without notice.
*Company names, service names, and product names mentioned are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.
[Inquiries] Kokuyo Customer Service Center
https://www.kokuyo.co.jp/support/