Kyodo Ky-tec Announces Acquisition of Naming Rights for Hikichidai Park in Yamato City
Kyodo Ky-tec Co., Ltd. has acquired the naming rights for Hikichidai Park in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and will begin using the nickname "KYODO KY-TEC MIRAI PARK" from April 1, 2026.
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Kyodo Ky-tec Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Tateru Yoshida; hereinafter “the Company”), an environmental equipment manufacturer, is pleased to announce that it has applied for and, following examination, successfully acquired the naming rights for Hikichidai Park in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The new nickname will come into use on April 1, 2026.
## Background of Application
Founded in 1950, the Company currently operates three businesses as an environmental equipment manufacturer: the "Busduct Business," which supplies power to large-scale facilities and holds the top domestic market share; the "Floor System Business," which handles system floors for housing power and data cables within floors; and the "Green Infrastructure Business," which develops green infrastructure aimed at improving building insulation and aesthetic appeal. In particular, in our core "Busduct Business," we have established our main manufacturing base in Yamato City and have built a close relationship with the local community over many years through participation in local events and cleaning activities. Hikichidai Park is located a 5-minute walk from our "Kanagawa Technical Center," one of our key facilities, and has long been cherished as a place of relaxation for employees and local residents. As a company that has grown with Yamato City for over 60 years since 1961 (Showa 36), we applied for naming rights with the desire to contribute even more to improving the appeal of Yamato City and Hikichidai Park, as well as to regional revitalization.
## Future Initiatives
The nickname "KYODO KY-TEC MIRAI PARK" embodies our desire to "create the region and the future together" along with our company name. As a naming rights partner, we aim for the nickname to become familiar to local residents and to serve as an opportunity for them to learn more about our initiatives. We also seek to enhance the facility's attractiveness and contribute to the community through various projects utilizing the park.
## Target Facility and Nickname
- Facility Name: Hikichidai Park
- Nickname: KYODO KY-TEC MIRAI PARK
- English Name: KYODO KY-TEC MIRAI PARK
- Period: April 1, 2026 – end of March 2036 (10 years)
## About Hikichidai Park
It is a comprehensive park located almost in the center of Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The park features facilities centered on greenery and sports, an outdoor music hall, Yamato Stadium, and Hikichidai Heated Pool, and is widely used as a place of relaxation for citizens and for various activities.
## About Kyodo Ky-tec
The Company is an environmental equipment manufacturer celebrating its 75th anniversary in November 1950. With the mission of "Comfort Technology for People and Society," we are developing the following three businesses to achieve a sustainable future:
- **Busduct Business**: Busducts supply power to large-scale facilities. We have the longest history among existing manufacturers and maintain the No. 1 domestic market share (as of September 2025, according to our own research).
- **Floor System Business**: System floors house power and data cables within floors. The cumulative installed area has reached 20 million square meters, equivalent to approximately 426 Tokyo Domes (*1). As a leading manufacturer in the industry, we continue to support the evolution of Japan's office environment.
- **Green Infrastructure Business**: Green infrastructure aims to improve building insulation and aesthetic appeal. The cumulative greening construction area exceeds 480,000 square meters, equivalent to approximately 10 Tokyo Domes (*1). We promote the widespread adoption of rooftop greening and wall greening, contributing to the creation of a lush and rich urban environment. (*1) Tokyo Dome: approx. 4.7 ha
## Company Profile
Company Name: Kyodo Ky-tec Co., Ltd.
Location: Ebisu Garden Place Tower, 4-20-3 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Tateru Yoshida, Representative Director and President
Established: November 20, 1950
Website: https://www.ky-tec.co.jp/
## Background of Application
Founded in 1950, the Company currently operates three businesses as an environmental equipment manufacturer: the "Busduct Business," which supplies power to large-scale facilities and holds the top domestic market share; the "Floor System Business," which handles system floors for housing power and data cables within floors; and the "Green Infrastructure Business," which develops green infrastructure aimed at improving building insulation and aesthetic appeal. In particular, in our core "Busduct Business," we have established our main manufacturing base in Yamato City and have built a close relationship with the local community over many years through participation in local events and cleaning activities. Hikichidai Park is located a 5-minute walk from our "Kanagawa Technical Center," one of our key facilities, and has long been cherished as a place of relaxation for employees and local residents. As a company that has grown with Yamato City for over 60 years since 1961 (Showa 36), we applied for naming rights with the desire to contribute even more to improving the appeal of Yamato City and Hikichidai Park, as well as to regional revitalization.
## Future Initiatives
The nickname "KYODO KY-TEC MIRAI PARK" embodies our desire to "create the region and the future together" along with our company name. As a naming rights partner, we aim for the nickname to become familiar to local residents and to serve as an opportunity for them to learn more about our initiatives. We also seek to enhance the facility's attractiveness and contribute to the community through various projects utilizing the park.
## Target Facility and Nickname
- Facility Name: Hikichidai Park
- Nickname: KYODO KY-TEC MIRAI PARK
- English Name: KYODO KY-TEC MIRAI PARK
- Period: April 1, 2026 – end of March 2036 (10 years)
## About Hikichidai Park
It is a comprehensive park located almost in the center of Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The park features facilities centered on greenery and sports, an outdoor music hall, Yamato Stadium, and Hikichidai Heated Pool, and is widely used as a place of relaxation for citizens and for various activities.
## About Kyodo Ky-tec
The Company is an environmental equipment manufacturer celebrating its 75th anniversary in November 1950. With the mission of "Comfort Technology for People and Society," we are developing the following three businesses to achieve a sustainable future:
- **Busduct Business**: Busducts supply power to large-scale facilities. We have the longest history among existing manufacturers and maintain the No. 1 domestic market share (as of September 2025, according to our own research).
- **Floor System Business**: System floors house power and data cables within floors. The cumulative installed area has reached 20 million square meters, equivalent to approximately 426 Tokyo Domes (*1). As a leading manufacturer in the industry, we continue to support the evolution of Japan's office environment.
- **Green Infrastructure Business**: Green infrastructure aims to improve building insulation and aesthetic appeal. The cumulative greening construction area exceeds 480,000 square meters, equivalent to approximately 10 Tokyo Domes (*1). We promote the widespread adoption of rooftop greening and wall greening, contributing to the creation of a lush and rich urban environment. (*1) Tokyo Dome: approx. 4.7 ha
## Company Profile
Company Name: Kyodo Ky-tec Co., Ltd.
Location: Ebisu Garden Place Tower, 4-20-3 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Tateru Yoshida, Representative Director and President
Established: November 20, 1950
Website: https://www.ky-tec.co.jp/
FAQ
What is the new name of the park for which Kyodo Ky-tec acquired naming rights?
Hikichidai Park in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture, will be known as "KYODO KY-TEC MIRAI PARK" from April 1, 2026.
Why did Kyodo Ky-tec acquire naming rights for a park in Yamato City?
As a company with a manufacturing base in Yamato City, it aims to revitalize the region and enhance the park's appeal, building on years of community contribution activities.
What is the contract period for the naming rights?
The contract period is 10 years, from April 1, 2026, to the end of March 2036.