Tamura Komagoma Group's Takura Bandage Industry Conducts Factory Tour of Noto Peninsula Earthquake-Damaged Factory and New "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory". Commemorative Ceremony Held to Celebrate 100th Anniversary and Completion of New Factory
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- Tamura Komagoma Group's Takura Bandage Industry Conducts Factory Tour of Noto Peninsula Earthquake-Damaged Factory and New "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory". Commemorative Ceremony Held to Celebrate 100th Anniversary and Completion of New Factory
- Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd., a medical material manufacturer and group company of Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd., held a factory tour for approximately 40 stakeholders, visiting the earthquake-damaged "Hokuriku Factory" and the newly constructed "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" in Tsubata Town, Ishikawa Prefecture. On the same day, a commemorative ceremony was held to celebrate the company's 100th anniversary and the completion of the new factory. This press release reports on the tour of the old and new factories and the commemorative ceremony held after overcoming the earthquake disaster.
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- Date: June 12, 2026
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Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd., a medical material manufacturer and group company of Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd., held a factory tour for approximately 40 stakeholders, visiting the earthquake-damaged "Hokuriku Factory" and the newly constructed "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" in Tsubata Town, Ishikawa Prefecture. On the same day, a commemorative ceremony was held to celebrate the company's 100th anniversary and the completion of the new factory. This press release reports on the tour of the old and new factories and the commemorative ceremony held after overcoming the earthquake disaster.
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Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd., a medical material manufacturer and group company of Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd., held a factory tour for approximately 40 stakeholders, visiting the earthquake-damaged "Hokuriku Factory" and the newly constructed "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" in Tsubata Town, Ishikawa Prefecture. On the same day, a commemorative ceremony was held to celebrate the company's 100th anniversary and the completion of the new factory. This press release reports on the tour of the old and new factories and the commemorative ceremony held after overcoming the earthquake disaster.
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Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hachioji City, Tokyo; Representative: Takashi Mukai), a manufacturer of medical materials and a group company of Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd. (Osaka Headquarters: Osaka City, Osaka; Tokyo Headquarters: Shibuya City, Tokyo; Representative: Kiyoto Hori), held a factory tour on March 25, 2026, for approximately 40 stakeholders, visiting the existing factory, which still bears the scars of the earthquake damage, and the newly constructed "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" in Tsubata Town, Ishikawa Prefecture.
On the same day, a commemorative ceremony was held at the ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kanazawa in Kanazawa City to celebrate the "100th Anniversary" and the completion of the "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory."
This press release reports on the tour of the company's new and old factories and the commemorative ceremony held after overcoming the earthquake disaster.
Factory Tour Conducted for Damaged "Hokuriku Factory" and New "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory"
From the bus window
A factory tour was conducted for approximately 40 stakeholders, visiting the "Hokuriku Factory" in Miyasaka, Uchikata Town, which was damaged by the earthquake, and the newly constructed "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory."
On the bus heading to the factory, Tsutomu Takura (hereinafter referred to as Takura), who was the Representative Director and President at the time of the tour, explained about the tourist attractions and the townscape, as well as the company history of Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Takura Bandage) and the situation during and after the earthquake.
Former Representative Director and President Tsutomu Takura explaining.
"Hokuriku Factory" Overcomes Earthquake Disaster ~Fully Restored with Support from Surrounding People~
Scene during the tour of the "Hokuriku Factory," which suffered extensive damage in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
Approximately 40 minutes by bus from Kanazawa Station.
The "Hokuriku Factory" suffered extensive damage in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake on January 1, 2024.
The Miyasaka area of Uchikata Town, where the "Hokuriku Factory" is located, experienced ground deformation and significant damage due to liquefaction. Mud overflowed into the factory, and Takura himself was very concerned at the time, wondering if it would be possible to resume operations.
However, employees rushed to the site the following week, and with everyone working hard to clean up the mud, and with support from business partners and cooperating companies, production was able to resume in approximately one month.
However, even on the day of the tour, more than a year after the earthquake, some areas within the premises, such as piping and the ground, were not yet fully repaired.
The tour of the "Hokuriku Factory" provided a valuable opportunity to see the raw scars of the earthquake damage.
Damaged ground.
Damaged state.
Explaining the damaged areas within the factory premises.
"Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" ~Space Secured for Future Completion of All Processes~
The newly constructed "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" in Tsubata Town, Kahoku District.
Tour participants visited the "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory," newly constructed in Tsubata Town, Kahoku District.
The "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" is a two-story building with a total floor area of approximately 2,000 square meters, ensuring ample space.
It will primarily produce elastic bandages, which are the main products of Takura Bandage Industry.
Interior of "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory."
In the future, the company plans to enhance its facilities to enable the completion of the entire series of processes currently divided among different departments, including yarn twisting, weaving, scouring, cutting, finishing, packaging, and shipping, all within this factory.
This factory began operations at the end of May 2026 and is expected to eventually employ approximately 20 people.
Facility Overview of the New "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory"
Factory Name: Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd. Hokuriku No. 3 Factory
Location: 1-6 Otsubo, Tsubata Town, Kahoku District, Ishikawa Prefecture
Site Area: 6,655 m2 (Company-owned land)
Building Area: 1,996 m2 (Two-story steel frame)
Business Activities: Production of medical bandages (mainly elastic bandages)
Start of Operations: Scheduled to commence operations at the end of May 2026
Commemorative Ceremony for "100th Anniversary" and Completion of "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" ~Gratitude and Determination~
At the ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kanazawa.
Following the factory tour, a commemorative ceremony for the "100th Anniversary" and the completion of the "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" was held at the ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kanazawa in Kanazawa City.
At the beginning of the ceremony, Takura expressed his deep gratitude, saying, "It is thanks to all of you that we have overcome the earthquake disaster, established a new factory, and reached our 100th anniversary."
Former Representative Director and President of Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd., Tsutomu Takura.
Kiyoto Hori, Representative Director and President of Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd., stated, "By combining the strength of Takura Bandage's 'manufacturing' with Tamura Komagoma's 'trading,' we aim for further growth as the Tamura Komagoma Group."
Representative Director and President of Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd., Kiyoto Hori.
In a pleasant atmosphere, a commemorative movie looking back at the 100-year history of the company was screened, and all stakeholders renewed their determination for the next 100 years.
Future Outlook
Towards the next 100 years, the Tamura Komagoma Group will sincerely strive to create new value by working together as one group.
About Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd.
Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd., founded in 1894, is a "diversified textile trading company" that develops businesses in a multifaceted way, starting with textiles. We have expanded our business into fields ranging from textiles and apparel products to living products, and architectural and industrial materials. We connect people, create new value through manufacturing, and aim to realize a comfortable and sustainable society.
【Company Overview】
Company Name: Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd.
Head Office Location: 3-3-9 Azuchi-machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, 541-0052 (541-8580) / 1-3-10 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0001
Contact: [Osaka] 06-6268-7000 / [Tokyo] 03-5771-1700
Capital: 1.24 billion yen
Business Description: Specialized trading company dealing in fabrics, apparel products, general merchandise, bedding, and architectural/industrial materials.
Company Website: https://tamurakoma.co.jp/
About Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd.
Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd., founded in 1926, has been a specialized manufacturer focused on the production of medical materials such as bandages since successfully developing and manufacturing elastic bandages for the first time in Japan. In addition to elastic bandages, we handle net bandages, elastic bandages, stockinettes, supporters, adhesive tapes, medical corsets, and compression socks. Today, we are challenging ourselves to apply the technology and equipment cultivated over the years to non-medical applications, as well as medical devices.
【Company Overview】
Company Name: Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd.
Head Office Location: 3-17-10 Sennin-cho, Hachioji City, Tokyo
Contact: 042-661-4955
Capital: 60 million yen
Business Description: Manufacturer of medical materials
Company Website: https://takura.co.jp/
Contact for Inquiries Regarding This Matter
Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd. Corporate Planning Office, Public Relations Team, Asakura
MAIL: info@tamurakoma.co.jp
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On the same day, a commemorative ceremony was held at the ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kanazawa in Kanazawa City to celebrate the "100th Anniversary" and the completion of the "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory."
This press release reports on the tour of the company's new and old factories and the commemorative ceremony held after overcoming the earthquake disaster.
Factory Tour Conducted for Damaged "Hokuriku Factory" and New "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory"
From the bus window
A factory tour was conducted for approximately 40 stakeholders, visiting the "Hokuriku Factory" in Miyasaka, Uchikata Town, which was damaged by the earthquake, and the newly constructed "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory."
On the bus heading to the factory, Tsutomu Takura (hereinafter referred to as Takura), who was the Representative Director and President at the time of the tour, explained about the tourist attractions and the townscape, as well as the company history of Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Takura Bandage) and the situation during and after the earthquake.
Former Representative Director and President Tsutomu Takura explaining.
"Hokuriku Factory" Overcomes Earthquake Disaster ~Fully Restored with Support from Surrounding People~
Scene during the tour of the "Hokuriku Factory," which suffered extensive damage in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
Approximately 40 minutes by bus from Kanazawa Station.
The "Hokuriku Factory" suffered extensive damage in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake on January 1, 2024.
The Miyasaka area of Uchikata Town, where the "Hokuriku Factory" is located, experienced ground deformation and significant damage due to liquefaction. Mud overflowed into the factory, and Takura himself was very concerned at the time, wondering if it would be possible to resume operations.
However, employees rushed to the site the following week, and with everyone working hard to clean up the mud, and with support from business partners and cooperating companies, production was able to resume in approximately one month.
However, even on the day of the tour, more than a year after the earthquake, some areas within the premises, such as piping and the ground, were not yet fully repaired.
The tour of the "Hokuriku Factory" provided a valuable opportunity to see the raw scars of the earthquake damage.
Damaged ground.
Damaged state.
Explaining the damaged areas within the factory premises.
"Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" ~Space Secured for Future Completion of All Processes~
The newly constructed "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" in Tsubata Town, Kahoku District.
Tour participants visited the "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory," newly constructed in Tsubata Town, Kahoku District.
The "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" is a two-story building with a total floor area of approximately 2,000 square meters, ensuring ample space.
It will primarily produce elastic bandages, which are the main products of Takura Bandage Industry.
Interior of "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory."
In the future, the company plans to enhance its facilities to enable the completion of the entire series of processes currently divided among different departments, including yarn twisting, weaving, scouring, cutting, finishing, packaging, and shipping, all within this factory.
This factory began operations at the end of May 2026 and is expected to eventually employ approximately 20 people.
Facility Overview of the New "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory"
Factory Name: Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd. Hokuriku No. 3 Factory
Location: 1-6 Otsubo, Tsubata Town, Kahoku District, Ishikawa Prefecture
Site Area: 6,655 m2 (Company-owned land)
Building Area: 1,996 m2 (Two-story steel frame)
Business Activities: Production of medical bandages (mainly elastic bandages)
Start of Operations: Scheduled to commence operations at the end of May 2026
Commemorative Ceremony for "100th Anniversary" and Completion of "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" ~Gratitude and Determination~
At the ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kanazawa.
Following the factory tour, a commemorative ceremony for the "100th Anniversary" and the completion of the "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory" was held at the ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kanazawa in Kanazawa City.
At the beginning of the ceremony, Takura expressed his deep gratitude, saying, "It is thanks to all of you that we have overcome the earthquake disaster, established a new factory, and reached our 100th anniversary."
Former Representative Director and President of Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd., Tsutomu Takura.
Kiyoto Hori, Representative Director and President of Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd., stated, "By combining the strength of Takura Bandage's 'manufacturing' with Tamura Komagoma's 'trading,' we aim for further growth as the Tamura Komagoma Group."
Representative Director and President of Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd., Kiyoto Hori.
In a pleasant atmosphere, a commemorative movie looking back at the 100-year history of the company was screened, and all stakeholders renewed their determination for the next 100 years.
Future Outlook
Towards the next 100 years, the Tamura Komagoma Group will sincerely strive to create new value by working together as one group.
About Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd.
Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd., founded in 1894, is a "diversified textile trading company" that develops businesses in a multifaceted way, starting with textiles. We have expanded our business into fields ranging from textiles and apparel products to living products, and architectural and industrial materials. We connect people, create new value through manufacturing, and aim to realize a comfortable and sustainable society.
【Company Overview】
Company Name: Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd.
Head Office Location: 3-3-9 Azuchi-machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, 541-0052 (541-8580) / 1-3-10 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0001
Contact: [Osaka] 06-6268-7000 / [Tokyo] 03-5771-1700
Capital: 1.24 billion yen
Business Description: Specialized trading company dealing in fabrics, apparel products, general merchandise, bedding, and architectural/industrial materials.
Company Website: https://tamurakoma.co.jp/
About Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd.
Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd., founded in 1926, has been a specialized manufacturer focused on the production of medical materials such as bandages since successfully developing and manufacturing elastic bandages for the first time in Japan. In addition to elastic bandages, we handle net bandages, elastic bandages, stockinettes, supporters, adhesive tapes, medical corsets, and compression socks. Today, we are challenging ourselves to apply the technology and equipment cultivated over the years to non-medical applications, as well as medical devices.
【Company Overview】
Company Name: Takura Bandage Industry Co., Ltd.
Head Office Location: 3-17-10 Sennin-cho, Hachioji City, Tokyo
Contact: 042-661-4955
Capital: 60 million yen
Business Description: Manufacturer of medical materials
Company Website: https://takura.co.jp/
Contact for Inquiries Regarding This Matter
Tamura Komagoma Co., Ltd. Corporate Planning Office, Public Relations Team, Asakura
MAIL: info@tamurakoma.co.jp
Keywords:
FAQ
What kind of damage did Takura Bandage Industry suffer from the earthquake?
Due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the "Hokuriku Factory" in Uchikata Town suffered extensive damage from ground liquefaction, with mud overflowing into the factory, narrowly avoiding a complete operational halt.
How did the recovery efforts proceed after the disaster?
Employees worked hard to clean up the mud, and with support from business partners and cooperating companies, production resumed in approximately one month.
What are the location and features of the new "Hokuriku No. 3 Factory"?
Located in Tsubata Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, this new two-story factory covers approximately 2,000 square meters. It aims to eventually complete all processes in-house.
What was announced at the commemorative ceremony?
The ceremony celebrated the 100th anniversary and the completion of the new factory, with expressions of gratitude to stakeholders. A determination for further growth as the Tamura Komagoma Group was also declared.
How will this news impact Ishikawa Prefecture's local economy?
The commencement of operations at the new factory and job creation are expected to contribute to the revitalization of the local economy. The company's recovery also offers hope to the entire region.