History
Foundation to 1980
Becoming an automotive parts manufacturer to meet private sector demand
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DEC 1938Business & Management
Company established in Mizuho-ku, Nagoya
Founded to manufacture military supplies, the company is named “Aisan Industry”, a portmanteau combining the first characters of Aichi and Mie prefectures, where the initial investors are based.
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MAY 1939Business & Management
Operations commence at the company’s Horita Plant
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AUG 1945Business & Management
Factory temporarily closed following the war’s end
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OCT 1945Products & Technology
Production of carburetors and other automotive components starts
Taizo Ishida, Aisan’s second president and former president of Toyota Motor Corporation and Toyota Automatic Loom Works (currently, Toyota Industries Corporation), works tirelessly to reopen the factory. The automotive components business is transferred from Toyota Automatic Loom Works, and production resumes just six weeks after the factory closure.
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SEP 1947Products & Technology
Production of carburetors for the SA-type passenger car starts
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JUN 1948Products & Technology
Production of textile machine components starts up, continuing until 1958
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NOV 1953Products & Technology
Manufacturing and sales of bicycle-use “Aisan motor” begins, lasting until 1954
Aisan signs a technology licensing agreement with Lohmann GmbH of Germany and begins production and sales of the “Spit AS-type” bicycle engine.
This engine, which features variable compression ratio system and a homogeneous charge compression ignition system, is hailed as the “ultimate engine”. However, production discontinues after just one year due to issues such as poor cold-start performance and durability, earning it the nickname “the mirage engine.”
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DEC 1954Products & Technology
Production and sale of household liquid propane gas regulators begins, continuing until 1960
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JAN 1955Products & Technology
Production of carburetors for the Toyota Crown starts
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OCT 1956Business & Management
Internal newsletter “Aisan Shimpou” launches
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APR 1957Business & Management
Technical training center (currently, Aisan Academy) opens
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NOV 1957Business & Management
Kyowa Plant is completed and headquarters relocated
Anticipating the arrival of the private car era, Aisan builds a plant at the site of its current headquarters in Obu City, Aichi Prefecture, and relocates operations there. At this time, the surrounding area is a peaceful landscape with rice fields stretching out as far as the eye can see.
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OCT 1958Products & Technology
Exhibits at the 5th All-Japan Automobile Show (currently, the Japan Mobility Show) for the first time
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DEC 1958Products & Technology
In-house die-casting operations commence
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APR 1960Business & Management
Aikyokai association of suppliers is established
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AUG 1960Products & Technology
Production of engine valve starts
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SEP 1962Products & Technology
Production of LPG regulators starts
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JUL 1964Business & Management
Tokyo Office (currently, East Japan Branch) opens
The Tokyo Office is established to negotiate with government agencies and handle other matters. Office is later relocated to Yaesu in 1966 as its importance as a sales expansion base grows and renamed the Tokyo Branch Office ,strengthening its organizational structure.
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FEB 1966Business & Management
Acquires TK Carburettor Co., Ltd., as a subsidiary
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MAR 1966Products & Technology
Production of carburetors for Toyota’s Corolla starts
With the onset of high economic growth, the first-generation Corolla debuts amid a surge in automobile sales, surpassing 1 million units in cumulative production. Aisan’s annual carburetor production nearly doubles over two years due to surging demand, prompting factory expansion.
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JUL 1968Products & Technology
Kanban system is introduced
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MAR 1971Business & Management
Anjo Plant starts operation
To address the sudden surge in demand for engine valves, Aisan constructs a new plant in Anjo City, Aichi Prefecture. The plant features advanced environmental measures such as vibration and noise reduction, making it a pioneering facility for its time.
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JUN 1971Business & Management
Production of canisters starts
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AUG 1976Products & Technology
Production of mechanical fuel pump starts
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OCT 1979Business & Management
Aisan receives the P.M. Distinguished Plant Prize
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MAY 1980Business & Management
Establishes Aikyo Sangyo Co., Ltd.
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JUL 1980Products & Technology
Production of resin canister starts
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AUG 1980Products & Technology
Production of N-type carburetor starts
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NOV 1980Business & Management
Aisan lists on the Second Section of the Nagoya Stock Exchange
To enhance its social credibility and broaden access to financing, Aisan applied for listing on the Nagoya Stock Exchange and is listed in its 42nd year of business (capital1.15 billion yen).
1981 to 2000
Shifting core business from carburetor to EFI products
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AUG 1981Products & Technology
Production of throttle body starts
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MAR 1982Business & Management
Acquires stake in Miyama Seiko Co., Ltd.
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APR 1982Products & Technology
Production of V-type carburetor starts
The V-type design is developed as a high-performance carburetor competitive with electronic fuel injection. Its performance is highly evaluated for its improved acceleration performance and weight reduction of more than 20% achieved through its all-aluminum construction.
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AUG 1982Business & Management
Establishes US sales company Aisan Corporation of America
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DEC 1982Products & Technology
Production ofelectric feedback carburetor starts
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APR 1983Products & Technology
Production of electric fuel pump starts
In the 1980s, electronic fuel injection products begin to show signs of accelerated adoption. In response, Aisan develops an in-tank electric fuel pump and begins mass production at a monthly rate of around 10,000 units.
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SEP 1984Products & Technology
Production of injectors starts
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OCT 1984Business & Management
Establishes Aisan Computer Services Corp.
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FEB 1988Business & Management
Acquires Nippon Choko Co., Ltd. (currently, Nichialloy Co., Ltd) as a subsidiary
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OCT 1988Business & Management
Opens European office
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APR 1989Business & Management
Establishes manufacturing company Franklin Precision Industry, Inc., in the US
In response to Toyota Motor’s decision to localize engine production, Aisan constructs its first overseas factory in Franklin, Kentucky. Initially employing 22 staff members, the facility eventually becomes a major manufacturing operation with over 700 employees.
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MAY 1990Business & Management
Operations commence at the Toyota Plant
In response to rising demand for fuel injector, Aisan reorganizes its production system, including its main plant, and builds a new plant in the Nishihirose Industrial Park in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, to support future expansion of its electronic fuel injection product lineup.
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OCT 1990Business & Management
New management philosophy is established
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JUL 1992Other
Company cycling team member qualifies for Barcelona Olympics
The entire company is thrilled by the news of colleague Mitsuteru Tanaka’s selection to compete in the Olympics. The company, abuzz with excitement, conducts daily media interviews, dispatches a cheering squad to the festival, and throws a grand send-off ceremony attended by all employees.
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NOV 1992Business & Management
Receives the Deming Prize for excellence
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JAN 1993Business & Management
Acquires Chukyo Jig Co., Ltd., as a subsidiary
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APR 1993Business & Management
Opens office in South Korea
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OCT 1994Business & Management
Establishes a joint venture company, Chongqing Pingshan TK Carburettor Co., Ltd., in China
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DEC 1995Business & Management
Establishes a joint venture company, Tianjin Aisan Automobile Parts Co., Ltd., in China (later merged into Aisan (Tianjin) Auto Parts Co., Ltd. in MAR 2007)
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JUN 1996Business & Management
Engine calibration testing services starts
Aisan’s engine calibration technology amassed through the development of carburetor and electronic fuel injection systems is recognized, leading to the startup of engine calibration testing services for Toyota Motor Corporation ,and eventually builds out testing facilities that rival those of automobile manufacturers and play a key development role.
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JAN 1997Business & Management
Establishes manufacturing company P.T. Aisan Nasmoco Industri in Indonesia
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MAR 1997Business & Management
Invests in South Korean manufacturing company Hyundam Industries Co., Ltd. (Becomes a subsidiary in MAR 2002)
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APR 1998Products & Technology
Production of fuel pump module starts
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JUN 1998Products & Technology
Obtains ISO 9000 certification
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AUG 1998Products & Technology
Production of titanium engine valve starts
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OCT 1999Business & Management
Opens Hamamatsu Sales Office (currently, Hamamatsu Branch)
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MAR 2000Business & Management
Lists on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Second Section
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APR 2000Products & Technology
Production of intake module starts
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MAY 2000Products & Technology
Production of linkless electronic throttles (ET2) starts
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SEP 2000Business & Management
Establishes joint venture Aisan Bitron Europe (currently, Aisan Industry France S.A.) in France
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SEP 2000Business & Management
Establishes joint venture Aisan Bitron Czech s.r.o. (currently, Aisan Industry Czech s.r.o.) in the Czech Republic
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OCT 2000Products & Technology
Obtains QS9000 certification
2001 to 2020
Developing the world’s best products and responding to globalization
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MAR 2001Business & Management
Lists on Tokyo Stock Exchange and Nagoya Stock Exchange first sections
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JAN 2002Other
Track & Field Team debuts in New Year Ekiden race
After winning the regional qualifiers in the Chubu region, the team makes its debut in the New Year’s Ekiden race, a traditional event held on New Year’s Day. The team goes on to make uninterrupted appearances in the event.
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APR 2002Business & Management
Establishes manufacturing company Shenyang Xuantan Automobile Parts Co., Ltd., in China
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JUN 2002Business & Management
Establishes manufacturing company IHD Industries Pvt. Ltd. In India
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SEP 2002Products & Technology
Production of resin intake manifold starts
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JUL 2003Business & Management
Establishes manufacturing company Aisan (Tianjin) Auto Parts Co., Ltd. In China
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MAR 2004Business & Management
Establishes sales company Aisan Corporation Europe NV/SA in Belgium
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APR 2004Business & Management
Establishes Hyundam America Inc. in the US
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MAY 2004Business & Management
Establishes manufacturing company Aisan (Foshan) Auto Parts Co., Ltd. In China
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DEC 2004Other
Opens natural hot spring Kakitsubata
Group company Aikyo Sangyo opens a hot spring leisure facility in the Kariya Highway Oasis on the Isewangan Expressway. The facility serves as a rest and relaxation space for local residents and has welcomed many visitors.
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AUG 2005Business & Management
Establishes joint venture TK Carburettor (Ningbo) Co., Ltd. In China
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MAY 2006Business & Management
Established manufacturing company Hyundam Slovakia s.r.o. in Slovakia
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JUL 2006Business & Management
Receives Prime Minister’s Award for factory greening
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AUG 2006Business & Management
Establishes sales company Aisan Corporation Guangzhou Co., Ltd., in China
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JUL 2008Business & Management
Establishes Aisan Kumamoto Co., Ltd., in Tamana City, Kumamoto Prefecture
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FEB 2011Products & Technology
Receives Technology Development Award for engine valve production line from Toyota Motor Corporation
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JUL 2011Business & Management
Establishes manufacturing company Aisan Auto Parts India Pvt. Ltd. In India
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DEC 2011Business & Management
Establishes sales company Aisan Corporation Asia Pacific Limited in Thailand
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FEB 2013Business & Management
Establishes manufacturing company Aisan Autoparts Mexico, S.A. de C.V in Mexico
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SEP 2013Business & Management
Receives the Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Award for promoting employment of people with disabilities
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MAR 2015Products & Technology
Recognized as an Alliance Growth Partner (AGP) by the Renault–Nissan Group
Aisan is accorded best supplier status as its throttle body products achieve the top global market share owing to the company’s high QCD performance.
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FEB 2016Products & Technology
Aisan’s manufacturing company in South Korea, Hyundam Industrial Co., Ltd., receives Best Supplier Award from Daimler
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SEP 2016Business & Management
Signs a technical assistance agreement with FIEM Co., Ltd., of India covering motorbike canisters
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AUG 2017Business & Management
Hirose Technical Center commences operations
Aisan establishes an R&D facility in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, at which it consolidates reliability testing equipment for all products it develops and manufactures. Thanks to computerized central management, continuous operation is possible over long periods, contributing to improved development speed.
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NOV 2017Products & Technology
Develops LPG hybrid fuel system
Aisan’s new LPG hybrid fuel system is adopted by Toyota Motor for its JPN TAXI model.
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MAR 2018Business & Management
Establishes sales company Aisan Sales India Pvt. Ltd. In India
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APR 2018Business & Management
Signs naming rights agreement with Obu City
Aisan is selected as naming rights partner for the Obu Workers’ Cultural Hall. The facility becomes known as Aisan Culture Hall and will continue to contribute to the cultural and sports activities of the local community.
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JUN 2018Business & Management
Implements a Health Declaration
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JUN 2018Business & Management
Establishes a joint venture with FIEM in India, Aisan FIEM Automotives India Pvt. Ltd (currently, Aisan Industry India Pvt.Ltd.)
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DEC 2018Business & Management
Celebrates 80th anniversary
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FEB 2019Business & Management
Recognized under the Certified Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organizations Recognition Program (White 500) for the first time
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MAY 2020Business & Management
New headquarters building goes operational
2021 to Present
Overcoming a period of major transformation and contributing to the future of mobility and society
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JAN 2021Business & Management
VISION2030 plan established
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APR 2021Business & Management
Promulgates a Declaration on Diversity and Inclusion
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NOV 2021Business & Management
Obtains ISO 45001 certification
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APR 2022Business & Management
Selected to the Prime Market under Tokyo Stock Exchange market restructuring
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JUN 2022Business & Management
Terminates joint venture agreement with FIEM Co., Ltd., acquires FIEM’s stake, and renames company Aisan Industry India Pvt. Ltd.
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SEP 2022Business & Management
Acquires fuel pump module business from Denso Corporation and makes its US manufacturing operation a subsidiary
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JUN 2023Business & Management
Acquires Magnex Co., LTD., as a subsidiary
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NOV 2023Business & Management
Acquires IMI Co., LTD., as a subsidiary
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MAR 2025Business & Management
Recognized by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry as a Health & Productivity Stock for the first time