Provision, implementation, and operation of PIM systems (in-house and third‑party systems)Large‑scale data management (registration, data cleaning, deduplication, data optimization)Production of 3M media (multi‑page, multi‑language, multi‑media content) including manuals, catalogues, videos, web, and printInternational business support (on‑site assistance in Shanghai, Suzhou, Bangkok, Vietnam, etc., language expansion, etc.)
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MISUMI Corporation
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Founded Imanishi Print Co.
Imanishi Print founded
Established Akagane Printing & Publishing Co., Ltd. and reorganized as a corporation
Akagane Printing and Publishing Co, Ltd. established and incorporated
During the heyday of letterpress printing, we sequentially introduced offset printing machines, electronic composition systems (the second company in Osaka), and established an in‑house planning and editing department that was previously handled by clients, achieving internal production
1966 ～ 1988: Photo typeset offset printer and computerized photo typeset system introduced (2nd company in Osaka) while letterpress printing was at its height. Further, a planning/editing division was launched to achieve in-house production, taking over functions then usually performed by the ordering company.
Stationed at client sites to handle manuscript preparation. Delivered high‑quality, one‑stop catalog production services at lower prices
In 1984 draft production began, with employees working on location with customers. High quality provided at lower prices as a one-stop catalog production service.
Established a technology research division focused on automation and system development for the future information society
Techno Research Division launched for R&D of automation and systemization, toward the information society of the future.
Developed the manual typesetting system "GAZETT" and introduced DTP and CAD systems
In 1993, manual automatic typesetting system [GAZETT] developed; DTP and CAD systems introduced.
Launched translation services
Translation work launched
Established the System Planning Office (now the System Planning Department)
System Engineering Office (now System Engineering Division) established
Yinghui Computer Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. established
Akagane Computer Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. established
Obtained ISO9001 (2000 edition)
ISO9001 (2000 version) acquired (November 2001)
Started the video business
Yinghui Printing (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. established
Yinghui Computer Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. ISO 9001 certification
ISO 9001 acquired (May 2005)
Renamed to Akagane Co., Ltd. "Akagane (Copper) continues to serve humanity beyond its era." Expanded from traditional print media to the SME and digital media domains
Name changed to Akagane Co., Ltd. The name reflects the idea of akagane (copper) as a metal that has contributed to humanity across the eras. Expansion from conventional paper media to system work and digital media
Developed a series of catalog‑specific automation tools to streamline processes such as data import, replacement, and price revision
Numerous automation tools dedicated for catalog production developed, streamlining processes such as data application, replacement, price revisions, etc.
Yinghui Printing (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. ISO 9001 certification
ISO9001 acquired (May 2007)
Obtained ISO14001
ISO14001 acquired (June 2007)
Yinghui Printing (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. ISO 14001 certification
ISO14001 acquired (November 2008)
Established the Tokyo branch
Tokyo Branch established
Received the Excellence Award in a category at the Japan Manual Contest (now Japan Manual Award)
Honorable Mention in Japan Manual Contest (now Japan Manual Awards) held by Japan Technical Communicators Association
Established AKAGANE (THAILAND) Co., Ltd. in Bangkok
Akagane (Thailand) Co., Ltd. established in Bangkok
Release of the Automatic Translation Typesetting System (ATTS)
Automatic translation typesetting system (ATTS) released
Release of the Product Information Management & Automatic Typesetting System "Pimlus"
Product information management and automatic typesetting system [Pimlus] released
Yinghui Computer Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. Suzhou office opened
Akagane Computer Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. Suzhou Office established
Opening of Nagoya office
Nagoya Office established
Yinghui Computer Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. ISO/IEC 27001 certification
Yinghui Printing (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. ISO/IEC 27001 certification
ISO/IEC27001 acquired (April 2015)
Adopting "3MCB" as the business slogan. With bases in Japan, China, and Thailand, we provide customers with solutions featuring multi-product (Multi Page) × multi-language (Multi Language) × multi-media (Multi Media) across borders
MCB adopted as business slogan. Bases in Japan, China, and Thailand act as hubs to provide customers with multi-product x multi-language x multi-media cross-border solutions
Development of the Manual CMS System "ASTRA"
Manual CMS system [ASTRA] developed
Opening of Osaka branch
Osaka Branch established
Launch of back‑office service for product information registration for e‑commerce malls
Back-office service for e-commerce mall product information registration started
Renamed to Yinghui Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Name changed to Akagane Computer Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Yinghui Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 20th anniversary
20th anniversary of the establishment of Akagane Computer Data Processing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Establishment of the AI Development Research Division
AI development research division launched to research next-generation technologies
Launch of product information database operation outsourcing service
Product information database operation agency services launched
Establishment of the Product Development Group
Product Development Group launched
Release of the Product Information Management & Automatic Typesetting System "Pimlus 2.0"
Product information management and automatic typesetting system [Pimlus 2.0] released
Development-type machine translation service [AK-Trans] beta version released
Yinghui Printing (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. started operation of a cosmetic box packaging factory
Akagane Printing (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. cosmetic packaging factory in operation
Release of the product selection site construction package "Elabidas"
Product selection site construction package [ERAVIDAS] released
Established AKAGANE INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED in Gurugram, Haryana, India
AKAGANE INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED established in India (Gurugram, Haryana)
Obtained ISO 17100, the international standard for translation service quality, in the industrial and scientific technology fields
ISO17100(The international standard for translation service quality.) acquired industry/science and technology fields
Relocation of the main office to Sakai
Sakai Headquarters Relocation
Akagane announces the completion of its new office building, which has been under construction for some time. Operations will begin on June 1, and the building is located close to the current office. The company expresses gratitude to customers, partners, and the community for their support and encourages visitors to drop by.
The new headquarters, which had been under construction, has been completed and will begin operations on June 1. The new building is located near the current headquarters, and the company expressed gratitude for the support received, while reaffirming its commitment to continue giving back through its products and services.
On November 10, 2025, Akagane Co., Ltd. received recognition as an 'Excellent Taxpayer' from the Sakai Tax Office. This award is given to companies whose management is exemplary, who consistently file accurate tax returns and pay taxes, and whose accounting practices are particularly commendable. The certification rate within the Sakai Tax Office jurisdiction is about 0.5%, making this a highly prestigious honor for the company.
Akagane Co., Ltd. has decided to refrain from sending New Year's cards in consideration of recent social circumstances. We kindly ask our business partners to refrain from sending New Year's cards. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to your cooperation.
Akagane will celebrate its 60th anniversary on December 1, 2025. The company expresses gratitude to all those who have been involved so far and aims to become a "venture company in its 100th year," continuing to work hard to be useful to society. On October 18, a 60th anniversary ceremony was held.
We have launched the service site for the document production support system 'ASTRA'. With automation and experienced support, we are revitalizing the manual production workflow and solving production challenges.
The Akagane website has been renewed, enhancing its services for customers. The company plans to further evolve its offerings through database construction, operation, and media development using that data.
Akagane Co., Ltd. has renewed its website. The new site announces the evolution and provision of the service "Building and operating databases, and developing media that utilizes that data."
Akagane Co., Ltd. has released the product information utilization module "Pimlus" for manufacturing industries. Pimlus is a one-stop solution that integrates automation modules centered on PIM, translation, and business outsourcing. It centrally manages product information in any format, shares the latest information among members, and supports consistent product information dissemination to the market and sales expansion.
In line with business expansion, we opened the Osaka branch.