Founded Hoshi Shoten in Chofu City, Tokyo, by former honorary chairman Toshihiko Hoshi, starting sales of audio equipment
Founded Hoshi Shoten by former honorary chairman Tadahiko Hoshi in Chofu City, Tokyo, and began selling audio equipment
Founded the privately owned Hoshi Shoten and began selling audio equipment
Established Nitto Co., Ltd.
Changed the corporate name and business purpose of Knit Co., Ltd., and began business karaoke operations in Nakano-ku, Tokyo, as Daiichi Kosho Co., Ltd.
In February 1976, changed the business purpose of the dormant company Nitto Co., Ltd. (established April 1973) and renamed it First Kyo Sho Co., Ltd., thereby commencing corporate operations. Started a business-use karaoke operation in Nakano-ku, Tokyo
Changed the business purpose of Nitto Co., Ltd. and renamed it First Kyo Sho Co., Ltd., thereby commencing corporate operations
Launched the 8-track karaoke system "Play Sound TD-201" and karaoke tape "A Series"
Established Cosmos Co., Ltd. (now Shizuoka Daiichi Kosho Co., Ltd.) as the first domestic sales subsidiary in Hachioji City, Tokyo
Opened the Tokyo branch in Nakano-ku, Tokyo, as the first retail and rental location for karaoke equipment
Opened the Nagoya sales office in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, as the first wholesale location for karaoke equipment
Built and relocated the headquarters building (now Tokyo branch) in Nakano-ku, Tokyo
Launched the laser disc (LD) karaoke system "LD-V10"
Launched the compact disc (CD) karaoke system "CDK-4000"
Established D.K. Finance Co., Ltd. as a financial subsidiary in Nakano-ku, Tokyo
Launched the LD karaoke system "LC-V30" with an auto-changer
Established the overseas subsidiary Daiichi Kosho U.S.A. Inc. in New York City, USA
Opened the first karaoke box "Big Echo Futamata-za" in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Moved headquarters to Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo.
Started selling the CD karaoke system "DVK-2000" using compressed video (DV-I) technology.
Started selling the VCD karaoke system "CDK-7F" using compressed video (VCD) technology.
Started selling the communication karaoke system "DAM-6400" and simultaneously began distributing communication karaoke audio (MIDI).
Registered shares on the open market with the Japan Securities Association.
Issued the first unsecured convertible bond.
Joined the satellite digital multi-channel broadcast "Perfect TV!" (now "Skypiea!") and began broadcasting operations.
Launched a ringtone service for mobile phones.
Started the internet streaming karaoke service "Karaoke@DAM".
Launched the "DK Elder System" with content useful for maintaining health and preventing care needs for the elderly.
Increased shareholding ratio through additional share acquisition and made Japan Crown Co., Ltd., a record company, a subsidiary.
Acquired all shares of Tokuma Japan Communications Co., Ltd., a record subsidiary of the Tokuma Group, and made it a subsidiary.
Acquired all shares of Tryem Co., Ltd., a music software business company, and made it a subsidiary.
Cancelled the open market registration with the Japan Securities Association and listed shares on the JASDAQ Securities Exchange.
Launched the karaoke user community service "DAM★Tomo".
Listed on the Osaka Securities Exchange JASDAQ following the merger of the JASDAQ Securities Exchange and the Osaka Securities Exchange.
Acquired all shares of Vesta Foods Co., Ltd., which operates the karaoke izakaya "Matsui-ichi", and made it a subsidiary.
Absorbed and merged Vesta Foods Co., Ltd.
Issued the first unsecured bond and the second unsecured bond.
Merged with the Osaka Stock Exchange and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange JASDAQ (Standard)
Acquired all shares of Advant Co., Ltd. and Gold Ltd. in Shikoku and made them subsidiaries
Absorbed and merged Advant Co., Ltd. and Gold Ltd.
Changed listing market to the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange
Acquired all shares of Airside Co., Ltd. in the metropolitan area and made it a subsidiary
Changed listing market to the Prime Market following a change in market classification of the Tokyo Stock Exchange
Acquired all shares of Crest Co., Ltd. operating Break Parking in Tokyo, Osaka, Okinawa, etc., and made it a subsidiary
Construction of new headquarters building in Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo and relocation
Launch of the CD karaoke system "DVK-2000" using compressed video (DV-I) technology
Launch of the VCD karaoke system "CDK-7F" using compressed video (VCD) technology
Launch of the communication karaoke system "DAM-6400" and simultaneous distribution of communication karaoke audio (MIDI)
Registered shares with the Japan Securities Association
Issued the first unsecured convertible bonds
Joined satellite digital multi-channel broadcast "PerfeTV!" and launched broadcasting business
Launched ringtone service for mobile phones
Started internet streaming karaoke service "Karaoke@DAM"
Started selling "DK Elder System", a product with content useful for maintaining health and preventing care for the elderly
Made Japan Crown Co., Ltd. a subsidiary
Acquired all shares of Tokuma Japan Communications Co., Ltd. and made it a subsidiary
Acquired all shares of Tryem Co., Ltd. and made it a subsidiary
Cancelled registration with the Japan Securities Association and listed shares on the JASDAQ Securities Exchange
Launched karaoke user community service "DAM★Tomo"
Merged with Osaka Stock Exchange and listed on Osaka Stock Exchange JASDAQ
Acquired all shares of Besta Foods Co., Ltd., which operates the karaoke izakaya "Saitai-ichi," and made it a subsidiary
Absorbed and merged Besta Foods Co., Ltd.
Issued the first and second unsecured corporate bonds
Merged with Osaka Stock Exchange and listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange JASDAQ (Standard)
Acquired all shares of Advan Co., Ltd. and Gold Ltd., which operate "Karaoke Banana Club" throughout Shikoku, and made them subsidiaries
Absorbed and merged Advan Co., Ltd. and Gold Ltd.
Changed listing to the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange
Acquired all shares of Airside Co., Ltd., which operates "Karaoke Mac" in the metropolitan area, and made it a subsidiary
Changed listing to the Prime Market following a change in market classification of the Tokyo Stock Exchange
Acquired all shares of Crest Co., Ltd., which operates "Break Parking" in Tokyo, Osaka, Okinawa, and other areas, and made it a subsidiary
Established Cosmos Co., Ltd. (now Shizuoka First Kyo Sho Co., Ltd.) in Nakano-ku, Tokyo
Domestic sales subsidiaries, etc. 25 companies
Opened a Tokyo branch office in Nakano-ku, Tokyo
Opened a Nagoya branch office in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Built and relocated the headquarters building (now Tokyo branch) in Nakano-ku, Tokyo
Started selling the laser disc (LD) karaoke system "LD-V10"
Launch of the Compact Disc (CD) karaoke system "CDK-4000"
Establishment of DCF Finance Co., Ltd. in Nakano-ku, Tokyo
Launch of the LD karaoke system "LC-V30"
Establishment of overseas subsidiary Daiichi Kosho U.S.A. Inc. in New York City, USA
Opening of karaoke box "Big Echo Futamata-za Store" in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Relocated headquarters to Minato-ku, Tokyo
Acquired all shares of Tonin Co., Ltd., which rents and sells business-use karaoke equipment and operates the karaoke store Sound Park in Kyushu, and made it a subsidiary
Absorbed and merged Airside Co., Ltd.
On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, the Big Echo Tennoji Abeno Station Front Store in Abeno-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, reopened after a renovation. The newly added capsule toy shop "gashacoco Big Echo Tennoji Abeno Station Front" also opened on the same day, featuring a wide selection of the latest karaoke model "LIVE DAM WAO!".
First Kousho Co., Ltd. will reopen the Big Echo Chofu Minami-gyo Station Front store on November 13, 2026. The new store will feature a renovated karaoke room, a "B-GARAGE" where customers can enjoy darts, and a premium darts room, catering to a wide range of usage scenarios.
The self-serve karaoke store "Karaoke CLUB DAM Kamata South Exit Station Front" with a FamilyMart attached has reopened on October 23, 2026. The newly established dart space "B-GARAGE" is equipped with all four dart live 3 machines and can be rented out for up to 40 people.
First Kōshō Co., Ltd. has established a new preferred color room with seven colors at the Big Echo Akihabara Electric Town entrance station front store, and reopened it on October 30, 2026. The room features seven colors—blue, violet, light blue, pink, black, red, and white—and is equipped with monitors larger than 65 inches and the latest speakers to accommodate a variety of events such as viewing parties and birthday celebrations.
Hokkaido Daiichi Koushou Co., Ltd. will open the Big Echo Hakodate Goryokaku Store and its adjacent darts bar B-GARAGE Hakodate Goryokaku Store on October 30, 2026. The reopening will feature a large-screen projector room and a spacious party room that can accommodate up to 35 people, and the darts bar will be equipped with three high-end DARTSLIVE 3 models from Darts Live Co., Ltd.
First Kōshō Co., Ltd. reopened its Akasaka-Mitsuke Main Store on November 6, 2026. All 27 rooms feature large monitors and the latest model "LIVE DAM WAO!", and four new VIP rooms have been added. The venue offers a premium karaoke experience for inbound guests and business professionals.
First Kousho Co., Ltd. is collaborating with premium home care brand Laundrin to launch the "Laundrin×BIG ECHO Ginza Sukiyabashi" concept floor at the 6th floor of BIG ECHO Ginza Sukiyabashi on November 11, 2026. The advertising character Number_i's Hiraoka Shizuo is featured, showcasing the appeal of a fragrance brand that coordinates scents like fashion.
First Kousho Co., Ltd. opened the Big Echo Shinagawa Port South Exit Store in Minato-ku, Tokyo, on October 16, 2026. The store features the DAM flagship model "LIVE DAM WAO!" and large monitors, offering an immersive karaoke experience with the latest equipment.
First Kousho Co., Ltd. opened the karaoke and amusement bar "VoLTE YOKOHAMA" in the Yokohama West Exit area on October 22, 2026. The venue is a single‑floor open space featuring a bar counter, table seating, an amusement area, and private rooms, equipped for karaoke and darts.
First Kousho Co., Ltd. opened the modern kaiseki dining establishment “Mushito Sake Michiru” at the Sapporo Station Front location on October 27, 2026. The restaurant offers creative dishes that blend Japanese and Western cooking techniques, along with private room spaces, and is conveniently located just a one‑minute walk from the Sapporo City Subway Station.