Fujikura Corporation

Born in Shimino village, Sano, Tochigi Prefecture, as the eldest son of Kumagichi.

Born as the eldest son of father Kumakichi at 21-1, Numata, Futatsugawa, Oen Village, Yasu District, Shimotsuke

Operated a rice milling business using a waterwheel.

Engaged in milling rice using a waterwheel

Born on the Shuntokawa River in Ueno Village, Tochigi Prefecture (now Sano City), he was the youngest son of founder Fujikura Zen'ya.

Moved to Tokyo and settled in Kanda Myojin.

Yoshihachi, after the waterwheel rights contract ended, sought a new life and expanded into Tokyo.

Moved to Tokyo, lived under Kanda Myojin

Started root tying business at Kanda Awajicho 1-chome.

The wife of Zen'ya, Iine, began a home-based job, and in 1881 (Meiji 14) started manufacturing "Nekake."

In 1881 (Meiji 14), production of "ne-kake" (threading) began.

Moved to 1-chome Kanda Awajicho, started a planting business

First demonstration of arc lamp in Ginza.

In 1882 (Meiji 15), the first demonstration was held in Ginza.

In 1882 (Meiji 15), the first demonstration was held in Ginza.

The first demonstration was held in Ginza in 1882 (Meiji 15)

Moved to Tokyo in 1883 (Meiji 16); settled at the home of brother Zenju, attended a Chinese and English school, and helped with the busy factory

In November 1883 (Meiji 16), the second demonstration took place on Nihonbashi Street, attracting a record number of spectators.

Saw arc lamp at Nihonbashi, sparked interest in electricity.

On November 3, 1883 (Meiji 16), Iine and his younger brother Ryuichi visited the balcony of the Nihonbashi Street Telegraph Office to see the arc lamp, sparking his interest in electricity.

November 3: Went to see the balcony arc lamp at Nihonbashi Street Telegraph Office with younger brother Ryuji, and became interested in electricity

Went to see the arc lamp on the balcony of the Nihonbashi Telegraph Office with his youngest brother Ryuichi, and became interested in electricity

Requested 9th generation Ichikawa Danjuro to produce root tying product, leading to nationwide orders.

In May 1884 (Meiji 17), he requested the 9th generation Ichikawa Danjuro in Shinmatsuza to speak; orders flooded in, and the Nekake business succeeded.

May: Asked the 9th generation Ichikawa Danjuro in Shinmatsu to give a speech: Orders flooded in, and the root planting business succeeded

Requesting the 9th generation Ichikawa Danjuro in Shintoya

Fujikura Zen'ya began producing silk and cotton winding wire, founding Fujikura Electric Wire.

Yoshihachi Fujikura started manufacturing silk and cotton winding wire.

Started production of silk and cotton wire by Fujiwara Zen'ya.

Meiji 18th year: Fujikura Zen'ya begins manufacturing silk and cotton winding wire: Fujikura Zen'ya

Founded in 1885

Started manufacturing silk and cotton winding wire.

Founded Fujikura with the start of silk and cotton winding wire manufacturing.

In February 1885 (Meiji 18), production of silk and cotton wire started; with his brother Haruyoshi, they innovated a steel wire-winding machine to improve production efficiency.

February: Start of silk and cotton wire manufacturing: Improved production efficiency by ingeniously manufacturing a steel winding machine with brother Haruyoshi

In February 1885 (Meiji 18), production of silk and cotton winding wire began at 1-1 Kanda Awajicho.

Start of silk and cotton wire manufacturing

Fujikura Ryukichi went to the United States and acquired technical knowledge.

Ryuji Fujikura went to the United States.

Fujiwara Ryuji went to the United States.

Meiji 19th year: Fujikura Tsuruyoshi goes to the United States

(Meiji 29): Moved the factory to 922 Sendagaya. (Meiji 29): Moved the factory to 922 Sendagaya. Okada Akio went to the United States to acquire wire‑manufacturing technology.

In July 1886 (Meiji 19), departed for the United States; at 19 years old, Ryūyoshi was in America.

Departed for the United States in July 1886 (Meiji 19)

Imported five large weaving machines from the United States.

Yoshihachi Fujikura imported five large assembly machines from the United States.

In 1887 (Meiji 20), five large wire-winding machines were imported from the United States.

Fujiwara Zen'ya imported five large coil machines from the United States.

Meiji 20th year: Fujikura Zen'ya imports five large winding machines from the United States

Imported five large winding machines from the United States

The factory was relocated to a rented silk factory in Shinjuku Gyo-chi, and production of Tokyo line, paraffin line, and cable types began.

After leasing a silk factory in Shinjuku Gyo-chi, the factory was relocated, and production of Tokyo line, paraffin line, and cable types began, while research on rubber wire commenced.

Moved the factory, rented a yarn factory, began manufacturing, and started rubber wire research.

Meiji 21st year: Relocation of the factory to a rented silk mill in Shinjuku Gyo-ji: Start of production of Tokyo line, paraffin line, and codes: Initiation of rubber wire research

Rented the former Shinjuku factory site for production.

Leased a silk factory within the Ministry of Home Affairs' grounds (Shinjuku Gyoen) and opened a Shinjuku factory. A waterwheel on a small stream drawn from the Tamagawa Upper Waterway powered the facility. The factory consisted of two wooden, tiled, brick-walled buildings (15m×32m) on either side of the waterwheel. Equipment included eight cordage machines, twenty wire-winding machines, and 5–6 employees. Production of Tokyo line and paraffin line lamp cords began, and research into rubber wire commenced.

In April 1888 (Meiji 21), they rented the former silk factory site in Shinjuku Gyo-chi (Shinjuku factory).

April: Rented the site of the former silk factory in Shinjuku Gyoji (Shinjuku factory)

In April 1888 (Meiji 21), rented a silk factory within the Imperial Household Agency's grounds (Shinjuku Gyoen) and opened the Shinjuku plant.

Renting the former silk factory site in Shinjuku Gyo-chi (Shinjuku factory)

Meiji 22

The factory was moved to 900 Sendagaya.

Fujiwara Ryuji returned to Japan and moved the factory to 900 Chidagaya.

(Meiji 23): Fujikura Ryūyoshi returned from the United States: Factory moved to 900 Sendagaya

Returned to Japan in July 1890 (Meiji 23).

Returned in July 1890 (Meiji 23)

Moved factory to Sendagaya 900.

Acquired land at 900 Sendagaya from the Tokugawa family of Kishu and built a new factory. A larger, more powerful waterwheel using the Tamagawa Upper Waterway was installed. Rubber rollers were powered by the waterwheel, initiating rubber wire production. At that time, domestic rubber wire was unavailable, and only expensive foreign-made products were used.

In September 1890 (Meiji 23), the factory moved to 900 Sendagaya (Sendagaya Factory I).

September: Moved the factory to 900 Chidagai (Chidagai Factory I)

In September 1890 (Meiji 23), purchased land at 900 Sendagaya from the Tokugawa family of Kishu and built a new factory.

Relocating the factory to 900 Sendagaya (Sendagaya Factory I)

Japan's first rubber-coated cable production began.

Started manufacturing Japan's first rubber-coated wire.

(Meiji 26): First production of rubber-coated wire in Japan

The factory was relocated to 922 Sendagaya, and Akizō Okada went to the United States to acquire electric wire manufacturing technology.

The factory was moved to 922 Sendagaya, and Akio Okada went to the United States to acquire electrical wire manufacturing technology.

Moved the factory to 922 Chidagaya and Okada Akio went to the United States.

(Meiji 29): Factory moved to 922 Sendagaya: Factory moved to 922 Sendagaya: Okada Kenzo went to the United States to acquire wire manufacturing technology

Moved factory to Sendagaya 922.

In June 1896 (Meiji 29), the factory moved to 922 Sendagaya (Sendagaya Factory II).

June: Moved the factory to 922 Chidagai (Chidagai Factory II)

Relocating the factory to 922 Sendagaya (Sendagaya Factory II)

Drafted plan for Fujikura partnership company.

In 1900 (Meiji 33), a plan was drafted to establish Fujikura Co., Ltd.

Prepared a plan to establish Fujiwara partnership company

Okada Akizo, upon returning to Japan, played the most important role in technology.

In August 1900, Okada Akizō returned to Japan and played the most important role in technology.

In August 1900 (Meiji 33), Okada Kenzō returned to Japan and played the most important role in technology.

Upon returning in August 1900 (Meiji 33), Okada Kenzō played the most important role in technology

Founder Yoshihachi Fujikura passed away, and Ryuichi Matsumoto became the representative employee, establishing the Fujikura Electric Wire Gomu Gōmei Company.

Fujiwara Zen'ya died; Matsumoto Ryuji became representative employee; Fujiwara Electric Wire Gomu Gōmō Gōmei Kaisha was established.

(Meiji 34): Founder Fujikura Zenpachi (59) passed away: Matsumoto Ryūyoshi became representative employee and established Fujikura Electric Wire Gomei Company: Matsumoto Ryūyoshi

In 1901 (Meiji 34), the "Fujikura Electric Wire Protection Company" was established.

(Meiji 34): Founder Fujikura Zenji (59) died. Matsumoto Ryuji became the representative employee and established Fujikura Wire Protective Co., Ltd. (now Fujikura Composite). Matsumoto Ryuji.

Requested brother to focus on electric wire business.

Ryukichi left the Western furniture shop in May 1901, accepted Zen'ya's request, and moved to Tokyo.

In May 1901 (Meiji 34), Iine, who ran a Western-style furniture shop in Yokohama, was requested to focus on the wire business.

In May 1901, he sold the Western furniture shop, accepted Zen'ya's request, and moved to Tokyo.

May: Requested younger brother Ryuji, who runs a Western furniture store (Yokohama), to focus on the electrical wire business

Requesting the youngest brother Ryuichi Sue to focus on the wire business while running the Yokohama furniture shop

Founder Fujikura Zen'ya died at age 59; brother Matsumoto Ryuji became successor.

On October 8, 1901, he died at 59; his will named his younger brother Matsumoto Ryuichi as successor.

October 8: Died (59 years old), and by will, younger brother Matsumoto Ryuji became the successor

Death (59 years old); Ryuichi Matsumoto, the youngest brother, becomes successor by will

Established Fujikura Electric Wire Protective Company and became a representative member.

On October 25, 1901, Fujikura Electric Wire Co., Ltd. was established, and he became its representative director.

In 1903, a typhoon destroyed the entire factory.

Japan's first Ministry of Communications rubber-coated wire designated factory: the windstorm destroyed the Chidagaya factory, but it was restored after three months.

(Meiji 36): Became Japan’s first rubber‑coated line designated factory by the Ministry of Communications. A typhoon destroyed the Sendagaya factory, but it was restored after three months. A typhoon destroyed the Sendagaya factory, but it was restored after three months.

Matsumoto Ryuichi became a representative employee and founded Fujikura Electric Wire Co., Ltd.; Fujikura General Partnership Waterproof Fabric Manufacturing Plant (now Fujikura Composite) was established.

In 1910 (Meiji 43), due to the need to expand the electric wire business, the company was renamed "Fujikura Electric Wire Co., Ltd.".

(Meiji 43): Matsumoto Ryuji became the representative employee and established Fujikura Wire Co., Ltd. Established Fujikura Waterproof Fabric Manufacturing Plant (now Fujikura Composite).

Due to the need to expand the wire business, the wire business was separated, giving birth to Fujikura Electric Wire Co., Ltd.

On March 18, 1910, due to the need to expand the wire business, the wire business was separated, and Fujikura Electric Wire Co., Ltd. was born.

Started molten copper, drawing, and wire manufacturing operations.

(Taisho 5): Started molten copper, drawing, and wire‑making operations.

Obtained a patent for multi-layer rubber-coated wire and later published the "Practical Wire Catalog," the ancestor of the later Wire Catalog.

(Taisho 7): Obtained a patent for multi‑layer rubber‑coated wire. Later published the "Practical Wire Manual," the ancestor of the wire directory.

Established the intellectual disability facility "Fujikura Gakuen" (Oshima).

(Taisho 8): Established the intellectual disability facility "Fujikura Gakuen" (Oshima). Established the intellectual disability facility "Fujikura Gakuen" (Oshima).

Acquired 22,000 tsubo in Fukagawa Hirakuchō to seek better water transport convenience and a larger factory, and began construction.

(Taisho 9): To improve water transport convenience and obtain a larger factory, purchased 22,000 tsubo in Hirakuchimachi, Fukagawa, and began factory construction.

Completed the Fukagawa molten copper factory.

(Taisho 10): Completed the molten copper factory in Fukagawa.

Completed the Fukagawa headquarters and factory; founded the baseball club; the entire Fukagawa headquarters and factory were destroyed in the Great Earthquake.

(Taisho 12): Completed the Fukagawa headquarters and factory. Established the baseball club. The Fukagawa headquarters and factory were completely destroyed in the Great Earthquake.

Completion of the Fukagawa factory (January 1923)

Establishment of the baseball club (1923)

The Great Kanto Earthquake struck the Shinkawa factory; the chimney was broken but damage was minor. That night, a fire broke out in Suzakibenten Town, spreading and causing the Shinkawa factory to burn down completely.

On September 1, 1923, the Kanto Great Earthquake struck the newly completed Shinagawa factory. The damage was minor, with only a chimney broken, but that night a fire broke out in Suzakibentencho, spreading and causing the Shinagawa factory to burn down completely.

Shinkawa factory completed (January 1923).

Lost in the Great Kanto Earthquake (September 1923).

Factory destroyed in the Great Kanto Earthquake (September 1923)

Repaired the Fukagawa factory.

(Taisho 13): Restored the Fukagawa factory. Restored the Fukagawa factory.

Reconstruction of the Shinkawa factory (March 1924).

In March 1924, the Shinagawa factory was rebuilt.

A baseball team founded in 1923 by President Matsumoto Shinta.

In 1925, a grand was built next to the factory, and the baseball club was founded.

Delivered 1,200 pairs of cables made with domestically produced insulating paper to the Ministry of Communications; became a designated factory of the Ministry of Railways.

(Taisho 14): Delivered 1,200 pairs of cables made from domestically produced insulating paper to the Ministry of Communications. Became a designated factory of the Ministry of Railways.

Completed the new headquarters building.

(Showa 4): Completed the new headquarters building. Completed the new headquarters building.

Started unit-type city cable manufacturing; began OF cable manufacturing; completed the research building.

(Showa 5): Started manufacturing unit‑type city cables. Started manufacturing OF cables. Completed the research building. Completed the research building.

Started manufacturing the first aircraft wire in Japan, the "Fujikou Line."

(Showa 6) : Start of production of Japan's first aircraft wire "Fujikou Line" : Start of production of Japan's first aircraft wire "Fujikou Line"

Officially registered the company emblem; established Suzuki Workshop (now Suzuki Technical Research).

(Showa 8) : Official registration of company emblem : Official registration of company emblem : Establishment of Suzuki Workshop (now Suzuki Technical Research)

Obtained a patent for the Fujikura high-frequency coaxial cable; launched the predecessor of the Fuji-Kura Technical Report, "Fujikura Electric Wire Summary."

(Showa 10) : Patent acquisition of Fujikura-type high-frequency coaxial cable : Founding of "Fujikura Wire Report", predecessor of later Fujikura Technical Report

First president Matsumoto Ryuichi (71) passed away; Matsumoto Shinta succeeded as second president; won the 12th city baseball championship; established Fujikura Chemical Industry (now Fujikura Chemical).

(Showa 13) : Death of first president Matsumoto Ryuji (71 years old) : Appointment of Matsumoto Shinta as second president : Appointment of Matsumoto Shinta as second president : 12th City Baseball Championship victory : Establishment of Fujikura Chemical Industry (now Fujikura Chemical)

After President Ryukichi Matsumoto's death, Matsumoto Shinta became the second president.

In March 1938, Shinta Matsumoto became the second president.

After President Matsumoto Ryūyoshi died, his eldest son Matsumoto Shinta became the second president. The new president immediately established Fujikura Chemical Industries (now Fujikura Chemical) and Fujikura Aviation Industries (now Fujikura Aviation), while also making many improvements in welfare. He was generous in supporting employees' cultural and sports activities, especially baseball. He founded a baseball club that evolved from amateur baseball and led the team to victory in the 12th (1938) and 13th (1939) city‑vs‑city tournaments, even as war shadows loomed.

Following President Matsumoto Ryuichi's death, his eldest son Matsumoto Shinta became the second president (March 1938)

President Ryukichi Matsumoto died on March 24.

On March 24, 1938, President Ryuji Matsumoto passed away.

Won the 13th city baseball championship; established Fujikura Aviation Industry (now Fujikura Aviation Equipment).

(Showa 14) : 13th City Baseball Championship victory : Establishment of Fujikura Aviation Industry (now Fujikura Aviation)

Started manufacturing aluminum wire.

(Showa 16) : Start of aluminum wire production

Okada Kenzo passed away; began manufacturing the Fujikura 100kW coaxial cable.

(Showa 18) : Death of Okada Kenzo : Start of production of Fujikura-type 100kW coaxial cable

In 1944, the Fuji factory, established as a war evacuation plant, relocated the remaining machinery from the burned Shinkawa factory and operated as a rubber wire factory.

Fuji Factory Opening: Fuji Factory Opening: Establishment of Yonezawa Suehiro Cable Industry (now Yonezawa Electric Wire)

(Showa 19) : Opening of Fuji Factory : Opening of Fuji Factory : Establishment of Yonezawa Suehiro Cable Industry (now Yonezawa Wire)

Complete destruction of Shinkawa factory due to the Tokyo air raid: Reconstruction of Shinkawa factory begins

(Showa 20) : Complete destruction of Shinkawa Factory due to Tokyo air raid : Start of reconstruction of Shinkawa Factory

The Shinkawa factory was completely destroyed in the Tokyo air raid, causing many casualties.

On March 10, 1945, the Shinkawa factory was completely destroyed in the Tokyo air raid.

The Shinkawa factory was completely destroyed in the Tokyo air raids, causing many casualties. Later, President Shinta resumed production in September amid severe shortages of copper and materials, achieving post‑war reconstruction.

Fukagawa factory completely destroyed in the Tokyo air raid (March 10, 1945)

Rebuilt the Shinkawa factory in September 1945 and resumed production.

In September 1945, the Shinkawa factory was rebuilt and production resumed.

Reconstruction of the Shinkawa factory in progress; rebuilt and production started in September 1945.

Reconstruction of the Fukagawa factory (September 1945)

Ishibashi Goro appointed as the third president

(Showa 23) : Ishibashi Gorou appointed as third president : Ishibashi Gorou appointed as third president

Delivery of Japan's first 24-channel TV camera cable to NHK: First ACSR delivery to Japan's power generation: Start of vinyl cable manufacturing: Typhoon Kitty causes flooding at Shinkawa factory

(Showa 24) : Delivery of Japan's first 24-channel TV camera cable to NHK : First ACSR delivery to Japan Power Generation : Start of vinyl wire production : Kitai typhoon causes flooding at Shinkawa Factory

Commenced operations as the Numazu factory in July 1953.

In July 1953, operations began at the Numazu factory.

In 1954, the Numazu factory was established.

Completion of Numazu factory (now Numazu plant) in Numazu City, Shizuoka Prefecture: Launch of company newsletter "Fujikura Cable News": 25th city baseball tournament runner-up: Completion of ultra-high voltage laboratory

Numazu factory (1954).

(Showa 29) : Completion of Numazu Factory in Numazu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (now Numazu Office) : Completion of Numazu Factory in Numazu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (now Numazu Office) : Launch of company newsletter "Fujikura Wire News" : 25th City Baseball Championship runner-up : Completion of ultra-high voltage laboratory

Start of wire harness manufacturing

(Showa 32) : Start of wire harness production

Delivery of Japan's first 154kV OF cable to Tokyo Electric Power: Establishment of Numazu Melting Plant: Establishment of Tama Fujikura Academy in Tama City, Tokyo

(Showa 33) : Delivery of Japan's first 154kV OF cable to Tokyo Electric Power Company : Establishment of Numazu Melting Plant : Establishment of Tama Fujikura Academy in Tama City, Tokyo

The idea for the third factory after the Shinkawa and Numazu factories came in 1960 (Showa 35) during the era of Iwato Keiki

Heito Kamon appointed as the fourth president

(Showa 36) : Heito Hattori appointed as fourth president : Heito Hattori appointed as fourth president

Trial operation began in 1964 (Showa 39)

Installation of Japan's first 66kV POF cable at Sakura factory: Development of SZ twisting method manufacturing equipment for communication cables

(Showa 39) : Installation of Japan's first 66kV POF cable at Sakura Factory : Development of SZ twisted method manufacturing equipment for communication cables

The Saku factory, which began full operation in 1965, rapidly grew into a modern factory focused on communication cables.

The Sakura factory fully operated in 1965, rapidly growing as a modern factory focused on communication cables.

Sakura plant began full operation.

The Saku factory, which started full operation in 1965 (Showa 40), grew rapidly as a modern factory focused on communication cables during the period of rapid economic growth

Completion of Sakura factory (now Sakura plant) in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture: Appointment of Kuriyama Kyuji as the fifth president: Start of die-stamped printed circuit board production

Sakura factory (1965).

(Showa 40) : Completion of Sakura Factory in Chiba Prefecture, Sakura City (now Sakura Office) : Completion of Sakura Factory in Chiba Prefecture, Sakura City (now Sakura Office) : Appointment of Kuriyama Kyuji as fifth president : Appointment of Kuriyama Kyuji as fifth president : Start of production of die-stamped printed wiring boards

In 1968, the rebuilt Shinkawa factory was operational.

Establishment of headquarters office at Kasumigaseki Building

(Showa 43) : Establishment of headquarters office in Kasumigaseki Building

In April 1968, the Kasumigaseki Building was completed, and the headquarters office began on the 11th floor of the same building.

In April 1968, the headquarters office moved to Kasumigaseki Building, starting operations on the 11th floor.

Kasumigaseki Building completed and headquarters moved.

In April 1968 (Showa 43), the first super high-rise building in Japan, Kasumigaseki Building (36 floors above ground, 3 below), was completed

Kasumigaseki Building.

Kasumigaseki Building (April 1968)

Delivery of 275kV OF cable to Tokyo Electric Power

(Showa 44) : Delivery of 275kV OF cable to Tokyo Electric Power Company

In 1970, the Suzuka factory, the fourth plant, was built, introducing advanced equipment as a dedicated power CV cable production facility.

The Suzuka factory was built in 1970, equipped with advanced facilities dedicated to power CV cable production, becoming a base supporting Fujikura's power business.

Suzuka plant construction completed.

From 1970 (Showa 45), Fujikura, which had been working on optical fiber, continued its efforts

In 1970 (Showa 45), the Suzuka factory was built as the fourth factory

Completion of Suzuka factory (now Suzuka plant) in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture

Suzuka factory (1970).

(Showa 45) : Completion of Suzuka Factory in Mie Prefecture, Suzuka City (now Suzuka Office) : Completion of Suzuka Factory in Mie Prefecture, Suzuka City (now Suzuka Office)

Kinoshita Jiro appointed as the sixth president: Publication of company history "88-year history"

(Showa 48): Jiro Kino appointed as the 6th president: Jiro Kino appointed as the 6th president: Company history "88-year history" published

In October 1973, the Fourth Middle East War broke out, causing an oil crisis. The economy fell, severely impacting the wire industry.

The Fourth Middle East War broke out.

In October 1973 (Showa 48), the 4th Middle East War broke out. Arab oil-producing countries reduced oil supply to non-friendly countries, including Japan. The subsequent price frenzy calmed, but the economy fell, severely affecting the wire industry. Difficulties in raw materials, price crashes, and power usage restrictions drastically changed the production environment, and wire demand sharply declined.

At the beginning of 1974, President Kinoshita declared a state of emergency and presented measures such as cost-cutting.

New president Kinoshita declared a state of emergency.

Initiation of fiber optic core material manufacturing using CVD method: Development of 275kV CV cable: Establishment of Kyosei wire (now Fujikura HiOpt)

President Kinoshita declared a state of emergency at the beginning of 1974 (Showa 49) and outlined measures such as cost reduction.

(Showa 49): Initiated study of optical fiber core material manufacturing under CVD method: Developed 275kV CV cable: Established Kyoei Wire (now Fujikura HiOpt)

President Shin Kinoshita declared a state of emergency at the beginning of 1974 (Showa 49) and outlined measures such as cost reduction. While Fujikura Electric Wire expanded exports, it also established two new divisions, "Equipment Wire Materials" and "Overseas," to expand business around wire manufacturing.

From 1975, joint development with the Electric Power Development Corporation advanced fiber optic initiatives.

In 1975, a joint development with the Electric Power Development Corporation advanced fiber optic initiatives.

Joint development began.

From 1975 (Showa 50), joint development was carried out with the Electric Power Development Company

Joint fiber optic research agreement between NTT (formerly Japanese Telephone and Telegraph Public Corporation), Koike Electric, Sumitomo Electric, and Fujikura: Development of Japan's first flat elevator cable

From 1975 (Showa 50), the company jointly developed with the Electric Power Development Company, and in 1976 (Showa 51) it developed an ultra‑low‑loss fiber using the MCVD method, discovering a super‑low‑loss region at longer wavelengths (won an IEEE paper award).

(Showa 50): Signed joint research agreement on optical fiber between NTT (now NTT), Furukawa Electric, Sumitomo Electric, and Fujikura: Developed Japan's first flat elevator cable

In 1976, ultra-low-loss fiber was developed using the MCVD method, discovering an ultra-low-loss region on the long-wavelength side.

Development of ultra-low loss fiber using MCVD method

IEEE paper award received

In 1976 (Showa 51), ultra-low-loss fiber was developed using the MCVD method

Joint development of the world's first long-wavelength ultra-low-loss fiber optic with NTT: Delivery of 500kV OF cable to Tokyo Electric Power's Sodegaura power plant: Appointment of Kazuhiro Kawamura as the seventh president

In 1976 (Showa 51), it developed an ultra‑low‑loss fiber using the MCVD method and discovered a super‑low‑loss region at longer wavelengths (won an IEEE paper award).

(Showa 51): Jointly developed the world's first long-wavelength ultra-low-loss optical fiber with NTT (now NTT): Delivered 500kV OF cable to Tokyo Electric Power's Sodegaura thermal plant: Katsuji Kawamura appointed as the 7th president: Katsuji Kawamura appointed as the 7th president

Development of unit-type fiber with high tensile strength: Practicalization of Japan's first 154kV CV cable: Relocation of headquarters office to Gotanda Fujikura Building

(Showa 52): Development of high-tensile fiber units; first practical 154kV CV cable in Japan; headquarters moved to Gotanda Fujikura Building.

In October 1977, the headquarters office moved from the Kasumigaseki Building to the Gotanda Fujikura Building.

In October 1977, the headquarters office moved from Kasumigaseki Building to Gotanda Fujikura Building.

Headquarters moved to Gotanda Fujikura Building

In October 1977 (Showa 52), the headquarters office moved from Kasumigaseki Building to Gotanda Fujikura Building

Start of ribbon cable and flat cable manufacturing: Production of flexible printed circuit boards (FPC) for electronic devices: Achievement of 0.27dB/km loss with world’s first low-loss single-mode fiber

(Showa 54): Started manufacturing ribbon wire and flat cable; began production of flexible printed circuit boards (FPC) for electronic devices; achieved 0.27 dB/km with the world’s first low-loss single-mode optical fiber.

In 1980, ultra-low OH fiber (≤1 ppb) was developed using the VAD method, achieving a low-loss region of ≤1 dB/km between 1.0–1.8 µm.

In 1980, the VAD law led to the development of ultra-low OH fiber, realizing pioneering technology worldwide.

Development of ultra-low OH fiber using VAD method

In 1980 (Showa 55), ultra-low OH fiber was developed worldwide ahead of others using the domestically developed VAD method

Development of MetaSeal SP cable: Development of fusion splicing equipment for single-mode optical fiber

In 1980 (Showa 55), it pioneered the development of an ultra‑low‑OH fiber worldwide using the domestically developed VAD method, and the realization of its wide low‑loss region led to the current wavelength‑division multiplexing communication.

(Showa 55): Developed MetaSeal SP cable; developed a splicing connector for single-mode optical fiber.

Heat pipe development for snow melting: Japan's first, development of a fiber optic composite overhead line

(Showa 56): Developed heat pipe for snow melting; first in Japan to develop a composite aerial cable with optical fiber.

Semiconductor pressure sensor development: Delivery of 275kV CV cable: Seiji Kagayama appointed 8th president: Seiji Kagayama appointed 8th president: Completion of the optical factory at the Saku plant: Start of membrane switch production

(Showa 57): Developed semiconductor pressure sensor; delivered 275kV CV cable; Seiji Kagaya became the 8th president; completed optical plant at Saku factory; began production of membrane switches.

Start of fiber optic delivery and installation for the entire Japanese archipelago: Start of F heater production. : Delivery of the world's longest heat pipe snow melting system to Daisetsuzan Onsen

(Showa 58): Began delivery and installation of optical fiber for the entire Japanese archipelago; started production of F-heater; delivered the world’s longest heat-pipe snow-melting system to Daisan-kyu Onsen.

Establishment of Fujiwara Thailand Co., Ltd., the first manufacturing base in Thailand

(Showa 59): Established Fujikura Thailand Co., Ltd., the first manufacturing site in Thailand.

In August 1984, Fujikura Thailand Co., Ltd. was established in Thailand, becoming the first local subsidiary in the country.

Established Fujiwara Thailand Co., Ltd. in Thailand in August 1984.

Establishment of Fujikura Thailand Co., Ltd.

In August 1984 (Showa 59), Fujikura Thailand Co., Ltd. was established in Thailand

In August 1984 (Showa 59), Fujikura Thailand Co., Ltd. was established in Thailand. Fujikura Thailand Co., Ltd. is the first local subsidiary of Fujikura in Thailand.

100th anniversary of founding: World's first core direct-view fiber optic fusion splicer development: Establishment of a new company emblem: Establishment of a new company emblem

(Showa 60): 100th anniversary; first development of core-visual optical fiber splicing connector; established new corporate emblem; established new corporate emblem.

Success in wire-forming of oxide high-temperature superconductor materials: Completion of the optical electronics research institute at the Saku plant: Compilation of the company history "Fujiwara 100 Years of Progress"

(Showa 62): Successfully converted oxide high-temperature superconductor material into wire form; completed optical electronics research institute at Saku factory; compiled company history "Fujikura 100 Years of Progress."

Establishment of Fujiwara Europe Co., Ltd.: World's first CS trolley line development: World's first multi-core fiber optic fusion splicer development

(Showa 63): Established Fujikura Europe; first development of CS trolley wire; first development of multi-core optical fiber splicing connector.

Start of optical line monitoring system delivery

(Heisei 1): Started delivery of optical line monitoring system.

In 1990, the Fukagawa Head Office Building was completed, creating an integrated system for sales, technology, and headquarters functions.

Completed the headquarters building in Fukagawa in 1990, integrating sales, technology, and headquarters functions.

Completion of Shinkawa headquarters building

In 1990 (Heisei 2), the headquarters building was completed

Development of erbium-doped fiber amplifier: Establishment of CiscoM (now Fujiwara Solutions): Completion of the Shinagawa new headquarters building

In 1990 (Heisei 2), the headquarters building was completed. The headquarters was consolidated in Fukagawa, creating a system where sales, technology, and headquarters functions could be carried out as a unified operation.

(Heisei 2): Developed erbium-doped optical fiber amplifier; established CiscoM (now Fujikura Solutions); completed Shinkawa new headquarters building.

Completion of the optical system development center: Establishment of Fujiwara Precision

(Heisei 3): Completed optical system development center; established Fujikura Precision.

Futtsu plant completed in Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture: company name changed to "Fujikura": Shigeomi Tanaka appointed as 9th president

(Heisei 4): Completed Futtsu plant in Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture; completed Futtsu plant in Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture; changed company name to "Fujikura"; changed company name to "Fujikura"; Seishin Tanaka became the 9th president; Seishin Tanaka became the 9th president.

On October 1, 1992, Fujikura Electric Wire changed its name to Fujikura Co., Ltd.

In October 1992, the Futtsu factory was built, starting operations as a new base for power cable manufacturing and development.

Constructed the Futtsu plant in October 1992 and began operations.

Changed the company name from Fujiwara Electric Wire to Fujiwara Co., Ltd. on October 1, 1992.

Construction of Futtsu plant completed

Company name changed

In October 1992 (Heisei 4), the Futtsu factory was built as a new base for power cable manufacturing and development to replace the Shinkawa factory

On October 1, 1992 (Heisei 4), Fujikura Electric Wire changed its name to Fujikura Co., Ltd.

In October 1992 (Heisei 4), the Fukazawa factory was built as a new site for power cable manufacturing and development, replacing the Fukagawa factory, and operations began on the same day as the company name change.

On October 1, 1992 (Heisei 4), Fujikura Electric Wire changed its company name to Fujikura Co., Ltd. After many years of focusing solely on wire manufacturing, Fujikura Electric Wire entered new business areas such as electronic materials and optical systems, and was shedding its identity as a wire maker.

In October 1992 (Heisei 4), the Futtsu plant was built as a new site for power cable manufacturing and development, replacing the Shinkawa plant. Operations began on the same day as the company name change. Amid the trend toward ultra-high voltage, high capacity, and long-length power cables, the Futtsu plant was built as a cutting-edge facility to fully meet user needs as a world-class site for manufacturing ultra-high voltage CV cables, OF cables, and submarine cables.

Tokyo R&D center completed at Shinkawa headquarters: 500kV CV cable and Kitamoto Kogaku composite submarine cable delivered

(Heisei 5) : Completion of Tokyo R&D Center at Shinkawa Headquarters : Completion of Tokyo R&D Center at Shinkawa Headquarters : Delivery of 500kV CV cable, Kitamoto Light Composite Undersea Cable

Development of ultra-low loss multi-pin connector

(Heisei 7) : Development of Ultra-Low Loss Multi-Core Connector

Development of ubiquitous small optical fiber amplifier module

(Heisei 8) : Development of Standard Small-Form Optical Fiber Amplifier Module

World’s largest 500kV DC OF submarine cable delivered to Kansai Electric Power and Electric Power Development: first eco-friendly recyclable power line developed

(Heisei 10) : Delivery of the world’s largest 500kV DC OF Undersea Cable to Kanden & Denpatsu : First in the world, development of recyclable eco power lines

Akira Tsujikawa appointed as 10th president: development of new signal cable for Shinkansen: 500kV CV cable delivered for Shin-Keiyo Toyosu line

(Heisei 11) : Akira Tsuji becomes 10th President : Akira Tsuji becomes 10th President : Development of new signal cable for Shinkansen : Delivery of 500kV CV cable for Shin-Keiyo Toyosu Line

In 2000, the former Fukagawa factory site was redeveloped, giving birth to the Fukagawa Galleria.

Redeveloped the former Fukagawa plant site in 2000, giving birth to Fukagawa Galleria.

Redevelopment of former Shinkawa plant site

Redevelopment of former Shinkawa plant site "Shinkawa Galleria" born

In 2000 (Heisei 12), the new city "Shinkawa Galleria" was born

In 2000 (Heisei 12), the new city "Shinkawa Galleria" was born. It promotes vibrant urban development in the historic Shinkawa area, offering a mixed facility with three functions: "Business," "Shopping," and "Amenities."

(Heisei 12) : Redevelopment of Shinkawa Factory Site "Shinkawa Galleria" : Redevelopment of Shinkawa Factory Site "Shinkawa Galleria"

Fujikura Electronics (Shanghai) established: FTTH optical products commercialized: development of automotive seat sensor

(Heisei 13) : Establishment of Fujikura Electronics (Shanghai) : Commercialization of FTTH optical products : Development of automotive seat sensor

Shimizu award received for high-voltage CV active line diagnostic device: first cable delivered for deep Earth probe ship: wafer-level packaging production started

(Heisei 14) : Awarded Shizusa Prize for High-Voltage CV Live-Line Diagnostic Device : First delivery of cable for deep-earth exploration vessel : Start of wafer-level packaging production

Development of dye-sensitized solar cells: China headquarters Fujikura Trading (Shanghai) (now Fujikura (China)) established

(Heisei 15) : Development of dye-sensitized solar cells : Establishment of Fujikura Trading (Shanghai) (now Fujikura China) as China headquarters

Ultra-high-speed elevator cable delivered

(Heisei 16) : Delivery of ultra-high-speed elevator cable

In 2005, the company celebrated its 120th anniversary and adopted the new management philosophy MVCV.

Celebrated the 120th anniversary of founding in 2005 and established a new corporate philosophy.

120th anniversary of founding

120th anniversary of founding: Ichiho Ohashi becomes 11th president: Introduction of new management philosophy "MVCV": Establishment of Biscaas, a joint venture between Furukawa Electric and a power company: Establishment of Fujikura-Diay Cable, a joint venture with Mitsubishi Electric Wire Industry: Establishment of America Fujikura (AFL)

Founded in 2005 (Heisei 17) to celebrate its 120th anniversary.

In 2005 (Heisei 17), the company celebrated its 120th anniversary. It established a new corporate philosophy called "MVCV (Mission, Vision, Core Values)."

(Heisei 17) : 120th Anniversary of Founding : Ichihiko Ohashi becomes 11th President : Ichihiko Ohashi becomes 11th President : Introduction of new corporate philosophy "MVCV" : Establishment of Bisca, joint venture with Koga Electric Industries and Power Co. : Establishment of joint venture "Fujikura Dia Cable" with Mitsubishi Electric Wire & Cable : Establishment of American Fujikura (AFL)

Acquisition of 60% of Spanish ACE shares: Creation of the picture book "Flying Elephant." to convey the management philosophy in an easy-to-understand way as a commemorative project for the 120th anniversary

(Heisei 18) : Acquisition of 60% of Spanish ACE shares : Creation of picture book "Flying Elephant" to convey corporate philosophy in an easy way as 120th anniversary project : Creation of picture book "Flying Elephant" to convey corporate philosophy in an easy way as 120th anniversary project

Renovation of headquarters showroom: Record-breaking superconducting wire made of yttrium-based oxides: Acquisition of FiberTech Corporation

(Heisei 19) : Renovation of Headquarters Showroom : Renovation of Headquarters Showroom : Record-breaking Yttrium-based Oxide Superconducting Wire : Acquisition of FiberTech Co., Ltd

Subsidization of Spanish ACE

(Heisei 20) : Made Spanish ACE a subsidiary

Yoshihiro Nagahama becomes 12th president

(Heisei 21) : Yoichi Nagahama becomes 12th President : Yoichi Nagahama becomes 12th President

Integration of seven group companies in Thailand and establishment of Fujikura Electronics (Thailand) (FETL): Acquisition of Opt Energy: Completion of redevelopment of the site of the Shinkawa plant "Shinkawa Galleria": Opening of the biotope "Fujikura Woodfield Millennium Forest"

(Heisei 22) : Consolidation of 7 Thai group companies and establishment of Fujikura Electronics (Thailand) (FETL) : Consolidation of 7 Thai group companies and establishment of FETL : Acquisition of Opt Energy : Completion of redevelopment of Shinkawa Factory Site "Shinkawa Galleria" : Opening of Biotope "Fujikura Kiba Millennium Forest" : Opening of Biotope "Fujikura Kiba Millennium Forest"

Factory damage due to flooding in Thailand

(Heisei 23) : Factory damage due to flood in Thailand

VAD method, known for high mass production of optical fiber, receives IEEE milestone certification

(Heisei 27) : VAD method with superior mass production capability for optical fiber recognized as IEEE milestone : VAD method with superior mass production capability for optical fiber recognized as IEEE milestone

Masahiko Ito becomes 13th president: Fujikura Group declares recovery from flooding in Thailand: Integration of industrial power cable manufacturing and sales into Fujikura-Diay Cable: Establishment of Fujikura Group Long-Term Environmental Vision 2050: Transfer of distribution cable and overhead transmission cable business from Biscaas

(Heisei 28) : Masahiko Ito becomes 13th President : Masahiko Ito becomes 13th President : Fujikura Group Thailand Flood Recovery Declaration : Integration of industrial power line manufacturing and sales into Fujikura Dia Cable : Establishment of Fujikura Group Long-Term Environmental Vision 2050 : Transfer of distribution line & overhead transmission line business from Bisca

"Fujikura Woodfield Millennium Forest" registered as "Edo Green Registered Green Area (Excellent Green Area)" in Tokyo: Transition to a company with an Audit Committee

Fujikura Kiba Chiennen no Mori is registered as "Edo Green Registered Green Area (Excellent Green Area)" in Tokyo.

Transition to a company with an Audit Committee.

Opening of Innovation Hub "BRIDGE": Launch of the world’s largest multi-core optical fiber cable (6,912 cores) "Wrapping Tube Cable"

Established Innovation Hub "BRIDGE"

Started sales of the world's largest-core optical fiber cable (6,912 cores Wrapping Tube Cable : R : (WTC : R : ))

Launch of the 90-core multi-core optical fiber fusion splicer: Cold plate used in cooling components of the supercomputer "Fugaku"

Started sales of new multi-core optical fiber fusion splicer 90R

Cold plate adopted in cooling components of supercomputer "Fugaku"

Establishment of Fujikura Electronic Components (Thailand) Ltd. in Thailand

Naoki Okada becomes 14th president: Establishment of Fujikura Print Circuit Co., Ltd., a manufacturer and seller of flexible printed wiring boards: Establishment of Fujikura Energy Systems Co., Ltd., a manufacturer and seller of transmission lines and metal cables (including rubber-insulated cables): Transition to the Prime market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange: Establishment of Fujikura Hong Kong Trading Co., Ltd., an electronic product sales company in Hong Kong

Naoki Okada appointed as the 14th president

Established Fujikura Print Circuit Co., Ltd., a manufacturer and seller of flexible printed wiring boards

Established Fujikura Energy Systems Co., Ltd., a manufacturer and seller of power transmission lines and metal cables (including rubber-insulated cables)

Transitioned to the Prime market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange

Established Fujikura Hong Kong Trading Co., Ltd., an electronic product sales company in Hong Kong

Increased production of high-temperature superconducting wire for small fusion reactors: Delivery of high-temperature superconducting wire to CFS, a world-leading fusion reactor developer in the United States

Increased production of rare-earth high-temperature superconducting wire for small-scale fusion reactors

Rare-earth high-temperature superconducting wire: Began supplying to US CFS, a world leader in fusion reactor development

First nationwide television commercial broadcast since founding