Asahi Souken Co., Ltd. Founded
Launched as a specialized engineering company for measurement and production equipment development
About Us
Since our founding in 1985, we have continuously refined our measurement technology.
We continue to create reliable standards that support the future of manufacturing worldwide.
COMPANY PHILOSOPHY
Company Philosophy
For 40 years since our founding in 1985,
Asahi Souken has delivered "Only One" value across measurement and production equipment in diverse fields.
With our strength in an integrated system — from design and manufacturing to post-installation support — all handled in-house,
we remain your best partner.
President & CEO — Msaaki Ozawa
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Company Overview
| Company Name | Asahi Souken Co., Ltd. (株式会社あさひ総研) |
|---|---|
| CEO | Msaaki Ozawa |
| Capital | JPY 10,000,000 |
| Location | 121-1 Zenku, Nishi-ku, Niigata City, Niigata 950-1102, Japan |
| Founded | 1985 |
| Certification | 2023 Niigata City Industrial Promotion Grant Certified |
| Facilities | HQ & Factory No. 1: 121-1 Zenku, Nishi-ku, Niigata City Factory No. 2: 293-26 Niisaki, Kita-ku, Niigata City |
| Banks | Taiko Bank Daishi Hokuetsu Bank |
| Contact | TEL. +81-25-374-6820 FAX. +81-25-374-6825 |
Affiliates
HISTORY
History
Since our founding in 1985,
we have continuously refined our proprietary measurement technology.
Overcoming the earthquake, and with the launch of a new factory,
we have steadily achieved recovery, one step at a time.
In the past and going forward,
we support the manufacturing floor with unwavering precision.
1985
1990
Domestic Sales to Carbon Black Manufacturers
Started supplying automatic oil absorption measurement devices to major domestic carbon black producers
2016
Participated in ASTM D24.11 Working Group (Vienna)
Contributed to the development of international carbon black testing standards
2021
High-Speed Crease Measurement System "KMS" Released
Launched a high-speed scanning model for the paper packaging industry
2023
Proprietary Void Volume Tester Developed
A specialized solution for evaluating carbon black structure; certified under Niigata City Industrial Promotion Grant
2024
HQ & Factory No. 1 Relocation Complete
New headquarters completed at 121-1 Zenku, Nishi-ku, Niigata City
2025
MHT-1 Micro Hardness Tester Development Complete
Next-generation hardness testing device for powder and tablet evaluation
2026
Factory No. 2 Now Operational
Second production facility established with state-of-the-art equipment to meet growing demand