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History
55 EVENTS
In 1918 (Taisho 7), the Ichizo brothers and their family, including Ginzo and Kinzaburo, dissolved their life in their hometown Aichi Prefecture and moved to Osaka. In May, they rented a suitable residence and workshop in Kujo, Nishi Ward. The family established a modest town factory and displayed a signboard of 'Ichikawa Brothers Trading Company' at the entrance. It started with the elder brother at 20 and the younger brother at 17. At this time, they could not have imagined that it would develop into the current Zojirushi Corporation.
Founded 'Ichikawa Brothers Trading Company' in Osaka.
The Ichikawa brothers, including Ginzo and Kinzaburo, ended their life in their hometown Aichi Prefecture and moved to Osaka. In May, they rented a suitable residence and workshop in Nishikujo. The family created a modest small factory and displayed a signboard of "Ichikawa Brothers Trading Company" at the entrance. It started with a 20-year-old older brother and a 17-year-old younger brother. At that time, they had no idea that they would develop into the current Zojirushi Corporation.
Founded Ichikawa Brothers Trading Company in Osaka
Founded Ichikawa Brothers Trading Company in Osaka
In 1923 (Taisho 12), they built an assembly factory in Inaricho, which became the manufacturing department, and proceeded with a two-building setup with the Nakabinkan factory in Shiozucho. This marked the formation of a reputable thermos bottle wholesaler and assembler. This was five years after opening the workshop in Kujo in 1918 (Taisho 7).
Built an assembly factory in Inaricho as a manufacturing department, and proceeded with a double construction of the salt grass town small bottle factory. This shaped the company into a proper thermos bottle wholesaler and assembler. It was five years after opening a workshop in Kujo in 1918.
In 1948 (Showa 23), they started selling their first post-war product, the 'Pot Pelican'.
Started selling the first post-war product, 'Pot Pelican'.
Started selling the post-war first product 'Pot Pelican'.
In 1961 (Showa 36), the company name was changed to 'Zojirushi Corporation'.
Changed the company name to 'Zojirushi Corporation'.
Renamed the company to 'Zojirushi Mahobin Co., Ltd.'.
In 1963 (Showa 38), launched the tabletop thermos 'High Pot Z type' with automatic production of small bottles.
Launched the tabletop thermos 'High Pot Z Type', enabling automatic production of middle-sized bottles.
Launched the tabletop thermos 'High Pot Z Type' with automatic production of middle-sized bottles.
Launched the tabletop magic bottle "Hipo Z type" and started automatic production of small bottles.
In 1967 (Showa 42), released the tabletop thermos 'U Pot UA type' with flower pattern.
Launched the tabletop thermos 'U Pot UA Type' with floral patterns.
Launched the floral patterned tabletop thermos 'U Pot UA Type'.
In 1970 (Showa 45), launched the electronic jar.
In January 1970, mass production of electronic rice cookers was decided. Model number is RH, product name is 'Zojirushi Electronic Rice Cooker'.
Launched a new electronic rice cooker in 1970.
Launched a new electronic rice cooker.
In January 1970 (Showa 45), mass production of electric rice cookers was decided. Model number is RH type. Product name is "Zojirushi Electric Rice Cooker".
The approximately 14.3 billion yen sales in 1970 (Showa 45) suddenly increased to about 25.9 billion yen in 1971 (Showa 46) and about 31 billion yen in 1972 (Showa 47), becoming a product that triggered the company's leap forward.
Decided on mass production of electronic rice cookers, model number RH, product name "Zojirushi Electronic Rice Cooker." Celebrated the 50th anniversary and the completion of Osaka factory, with a commemorative party. The Osaka factory with a site area of 20,000 m2 and a total building area of 18,000 m2 was completed.
Launched electronic rice cookers. The price was 10,000 yen, and glass jars ranged from 5,000 to 6,000 yen. Demand exploded around autumn, and sales became favorable.
Sales of electronic rice cookers reached approximately 14.3 billion yen in 1970, approximately 25.9 billion yen in 1971, and approximately 31 billion yen in 1972, becoming a catalyst for the company's leap forward.
In May 1970, announced the 'Zojirushi Electronic Rice Cooker' to reporters and held presentation events nationwide.
The "Zojirushi Electric Rice Cooker" was announced to various newspaper reporters in May 1970 (Showa 45), and presentation meetings were held nationwide, drawing great response.
The "Zojirushi Electronic Rice Cooker" was announced to various newspaper reporters, and presentation meetings were held nationwide, drawing great response.
In the 1972 (Showa 47) year-end gift product, our electronic rice cooker became the top product and attracted attention.
The electronic rice cooker "Hana Kumo" became the top product in year-end gifts.
In 1973 (Showa 48), launched the 'Air Pot' with a push button.
Released the 'Air Pot' with just a push in 1973.
Launched the 'Air Pot' with just a push.
In 1980 (Showa 55), launched a new electric pot.
Launched a new electric pot in 1980.
Launched a new electric pot.
In 1981 (Showa 56), launched stainless steel vacuum double bottles and stainless steel bottles.
Launched stainless steel vacuum double bottles and stainless steel bottles in 1981.
Launched stainless steel vacuum double bottles and stainless steel bottles.
In 1986 (Showa 61), fully introduced CI.
Full-scale introduction of CI in 1986.
Full-scale introduction of CI
In 2001 (Heisei 13), started the new business 'Mimamori Hot Line' service.
Started the new business 'Mimamori Hot Line' service in 2001.
Launch of new service "Mimamori Hot Line"
In 2006 (Heisei 18), started the My Bottle Campaign.
Started the My Bottle Campaign in 2006.
Start of My Bottle Campaign
In 2008 (Heisei 20), established the Thermos Memorial Museum.
Established the Thermos Memorial Museum in 2008.
Establishment of the Magic Bottle Memorial Museum
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News
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Move the My Bottle Cleaner from the Expo to Hankyu Umeda Main Store
In July 2026, Zojirushi Mahobin relocated two My Bottle Cleaners that were installed at the Osaka Kansai Expo to the employee cafeteria and break area of Hankyu Umeda Main Store. The goal is to reduce waste by increasing employees' use of My Bottles and to provide an environment where My Bottles can be cleanly washed and disinfected. Washing and disinfection can be done in about 20 seconds, reducing the burden on employees.
Survey on Rice Preferences and Cooking Methods
Zojirushi Mahobin conducted a survey targeting 400 men and women nationwide aged 20-69 who use a rice cooker at home at least once a week. While 89.5% have ideals about the firmness and stickiness of rice, 70.0% had not reviewed their rice cooker settings. Additionally, only 26.8% were aware that the cooking result of rice in a scorching year changes depending on the water ratio.
Electric Kettle Stress Survey Results
Zojirushi Mahobin Co., Ltd. conducted a survey targeting 400 men and women aged 20 to 60 who use electric kettles at least once a week. The survey revealed that about 60% felt that the kettle was "convenient but somewhat troublesome," and about 54.2% accepted this as a product specification. The report also noted that the use of electric kettles has expanded with the increased demand for warm drinks in autumn and winter.
Zojirushi Group technologies added to National Museum of Nature and Science's Future Technology Heritage
Technologies developed by Zojirushi Corporation and its group company Zojirushi Factory Japan Co., Ltd. were selected for the National Museum of Nature and Science's 2026 Future Technology Heritage collection. The two registered items are an air pot without an inner stopper and a vacuum double-wall bottle manufacturing machine for glass thermos bottles. The stopper-free air pot improved ease of use by eliminating the need to remove and reattach the inner stopper found in conventional models.
Survey on communication between grandparents and grandchildren
Zojirushi Corporation surveyed people in their 20s and 30s and those in their 70s and 80s about communication between grandparents and grandchildren. The results revealed generational differences: grandchildren value meeting in person, while grandparents prefer staying in touch comfortably through messages and similar methods.
Zojirushi Mahobin Launches New Electric Kettle (CK-JA Model)
Zojirushi Mahobin Co., Ltd. will release a new electric kettle (CK-JA model) on September 11, 2026, designed with ease of pouring and safety in mind. The product is available in two sizes, 0.8L and 1.0L, featuring warm colors and a modern design. The new product emphasizes ease of pouring and usability, adopting a structure that minimizes residual water.
Zojirushi Mahobin Launches New Compact Stainless Steel Soup Jar
Zojirushi Mahobin will release a new compact stainless steel soup jar (SW-NA20) suitable for an extra item during lunch time on September 1, 2026. The new product is portable, has high heat retention, and is designed for easy transportation of miso soup and other soups. It is smaller than previous sizes, with a capacity of about 200 mL.
Zojirushi Mahobin Launches New Stainless Steel Carry Tumbler
Zojirushi Mahobin will launch the stainless steel carry tumbler (SX-NA model), which combines portability and ease of maintenance, on September 1, 2026. The series was launched in 2021, with domestic cumulative shipments exceeding 1.1 million units. The new product is available in 0.5L and 0.6L sizes, suitable for daily use.
Zojirushi Launches New IH Rice Cooker (NV-KA Model)
Zojirushi Mahobin Co., Ltd. will release the IH rice cooker (NV-KA model) equipped with a high-power unit that suppresses boiling over on September 1, 2026. The new model pursues deliciousness and stylishness, offering multiple capacities and colors.
Zojirushi Mahobin Subsidiary Unauthorized Access and Data Leak Report 2
Unauthorized access was detected in Taiyo Co., Ltd., a consolidated subsidiary of Zojirushi Mahobin, in April 2026, and subsequent investigations revealed that some personal and confidential information may have been leaked. No credit card information has been confirmed to have been leaked. Currently, system recovery and safety checks have been completed.
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National Tax Agency basic information5120001059655
Source: National Tax Agency Corporate Number Publication Site, basic three items
