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Company Information
Company Overview
| Company Name | KINUITO Co., Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Established | April 1, 1998 |
| Capital | ¥1.2 billion |
| Stock Listing | Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market (Listed March 2018) Stock Code: 3XXX |
| Representative | Nagi Takatou, President & CEO |
| Employees | Approximately 380 (consolidated, as of September 2025) HQ: 150 / Domestic factories: 120 / Overseas locations: 110 |
| Headquarters | 〒150-XXXX KINUITO Building 5F, X-X-X ◯◯, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan TEL: +81-3-XXXX-XXXX / FAX: +81-3-XXXX-XXXX |
| Domestic Locations |
Tokyo Headquarters (Planning, Sales, Management) Gifu Factory (Sewing, Quality Control) Kyoto Dyeing Center (Dyeing, Processing Technology R&D) |
| Overseas Locations |
Vietnam Production Base (Ho Chi Minh) – Largest production facility Bangladesh Production Base (Dhaka) – Newly established 2024 Shanghai Office (China) – China market sales & material procurement Paris Office (France) – European market sales & trend research |
| Annual Revenue | Approximately ¥15 billion (FY2024, +12% YoY) Own Brand Business: ¥5.2 billion / OEM/ODM Business: ¥9.8 billion |
| Main Banks | MUFG Bank, Mizuho Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation |
| Major Clients | Major domestic apparel brands, select shops, international brands (Details confidential) |
CEO Message
President & CEO
Nagi Takatou
Thank you for visiting the KINUITO Co., Ltd. website. I am Nagi Takatou, President and CEO.
In 2019, I succeeded the business from my father, founder Kohei Takatou. Leveraging my experience studying textile design at an art university in Paris, I am leading KINUITO to the next stage based on three pillars: “Japanese traditional craftsmanship,” “contemporary design sensibility,” and “sustainability.”
Our goal is “enriching people’s lives through clothing.” And simultaneously, “protecting the global environment and leaving beautiful nature for the next generation.” These two are never contradictory. Rather, I believe achieving both is the mission required of modern companies.
With our brand “KINUITO DAILY,” we propose clothing that everyone can wear comfortably regardless of gender or age. With keywords “want to wear every day” and “can use for a long time,” we are particular about all aspects of design, materials, and sewing.
In our OEM/ODM business, we shape partner companies’ visions with our technology. Whether small lots or large lots, we sincerely respond to all requests and value creating the best products together.
Regarding sustainability, we have set a target of achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 and developed a specific roadmap. We are promoting expanded renewable energy use, optimized logistics, and offset measures.
The happiness of our employees is also an important theme. At all domestic and international locations, we promise fair wages, safe working environments, and growth opportunities. Without happy people, good products cannot be born.
Clothing has the power to transform people. On days when wearing favorite clothes, confidence arises and positivity emerges. Everyone has such experiences, don’t they?
We at KINUITO want to deliver “the joy of wearing” to people around the world by putting heart into each garment. And we want to leave a beautiful earth for the next generation. With this vision, we will continue our challenges.
We ask for your continued support of KINUITO.
November 2025
KINUITO Co., Ltd. President & CEO
Nagi Takatou
Corporate Philosophy
Vision
Enriching the world’s daily life
with Japanese textile technology and design
Mission
- Creating unique value through fusion of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology
- Contributing to global environment through sustainable manufacturing
- Respecting diversity by providing gender-neutral comfort
- Achieving mutual growth through co-creation with global partners
Values
- Quality First – Build trust through uncompromising quality pursuit
- Innovation – Always innovate. Preserve tradition while creating the future
- Sustainability – Responsibility to the future. Make earth-protecting choices
- Partnership – Grow together. Value trust relationships above all
- Diversity – Turn diversity into strength. Respect all people
History
Company Established
Kohei Takatou founded KINUITO Co., Ltd. in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. Started with OEM business. Began as a small sewing factory with initially 5 employees.
Gifu Factory Opened
Opened domestic sewing factory and strengthened quality control system. Began focusing on inheriting Japanese craftsmanship and young talent development.
Overseas Production Base Established
Opened first overseas production base in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. First step in building global supply chain. Achieved cost competitiveness while maintaining quality.
Own Brand “KINUITO DAILY” Launched
Began developing gender-neutral daily wear brand. Concept of “comfortable for everyone regardless of gender” resonated, gradually expanding support.
Kyoto Dyeing Center Opened
Opened R&D base for proprietary dyeing technology “SUMI dyeing.” Established innovative dyeing method reducing environmental impact through fusion of traditional Kyoto dyeing techniques and latest technology.
Listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market
Stock listing established foundation for business expansion. Through fundraising, accelerated overseas expansion and sustainability investments.
Nagi Takatou Appointed President & CEO
Nagi Takatou, founder’s daughter, appointed CEO. Promoted sustainable management and began corporate culture transformation. Leveraging Paris learnings, pursued balance of design and functionality.
Selected as METI “Global Niche Top 100 Companies”
Selected as “Global Niche Top 100 Companies” for originality and international competitiveness in textile technology. Established position as representative Japanese textile technology company.
Good Design Award Received
KINUITO DAILY collection received Good Design Award. Gender-neutral design and sustainable manufacturing processes highly evaluated.
Sustainable Fashion Grand Prix Received
Received “Sustainable Fashion Grand Prix” for eco-friendly product development and production system. Achieved 42% recycled material usage rate and 85% solar power introduction rate.
Bangladesh New Factory Operational
Opened new factory with latest equipment near Dhaka, increasing annual production capacity by 30%. Plans to cover 90% of factory electricity with renewable energy by installing solar power systems.
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