History

Tsukiden Kogyo Co., Ltd. – 60 Years in Japan, 40 Years in the Philippines

Founded in 1963 – From Fukushima to the World

Tsukiden Kogyo Co., Ltd. was founded in 1963 in Tsukidate Town, Fukushima Prefecture (now part of Date City). Starting with the assembly of telephone switching equipment for major telecommunications manufacturers, the company now handles contract assembly of computers, mobile devices, base stations, and microwave communication equipment. Focusing mainly on printed circuit board (PCB) assembly, approximately 300 employees continue to work at six locations in Fukushima Prefecture, centered around the headquarters in Fukushima City.

Meanwhile, the local subsidiary in the Philippines employs around 1,500 people. In addition to electronics manufacturing centered on PCB assembly, the company operates a diversified business including assembly of various electronic and electrical devices, rental warehouses, logistics services, and staffing/recruitment services.

History of Expansion into the Philippines

1987 – Visionary Overseas Expansion

Founder Kichiro Hanzawa had been conducting business in the Philippines, mainly through trading companies, since the 1970s. Following the rapid appreciation of the yen after the Plaza Accord in 1985, major clients suggested manufacturing overseas, which became the trigger for full-scale expansion into the Philippines.

In 1987, the local subsidiary Tsukiden Electronics Philippines was established. The following year, in 1988, the company set up its own factory in Quezon City, Metro Manila, establishing an integrated production system for floppy disk drives and hard disk drives.

1993 – Relocation to Laguna Technopark

From 1993 onward, the company relocated to Laguna Technopark in Laguna Province, the largest industrial park in the Philippines. This Japan-Philippines joint development industrial park hosts many Japanese companies, primarily in the electronics and automotive parts industries.

Business Diversification and One-Stop Services

Comprehensive Business Support System

Currently, we provide integrated services through the following affiliated companies:

Tsukiden Electronics Philippines – PCB assembly for electronic components Tsukiden Electric Industries Philippines (established 2014) – Manufacturing of control panels, automotive parts, and banknote validators Tsukiden Global Corporate Services (established 2004) – Leasing, warehousing, and logistics services Career Power Professional Management Services (established 2007) – Staffing and recruitment services Tsukiden Global Solutions – Local subsidiary of Tsukiden Software Co., Ltd. (established 1990) – Software testing and development

We also offer one-stop services to support Japanese companies entering the Philippines, including company setup and provision of necessary resources.

Business Diversification and One-Stop Services

Technical Expertise and Manufacturing Track Record

Advantages of the Special Economic Zone

Since 2001, we have been fully engaged in the production of automotive PCBs and PC peripheral boards. Today, we operate an EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) business focused on electronic component assembly. Our facilities in the Philippines are located within PEZA (Philippine Economic Zone Authority) industrial parks, allowing preferential customs treatment for related equipment, raw materials, and components. We can also supply products to customers outside PEZA zones.

Development of Local Talent

Many of our senior employees are long-serving, locally recruited Filipinos. After hiring, we maintain and enhance motivation while reducing turnover through continuous human resource development, including scholarship programs and training systems.

Advantages of Doing Business in the Philippines

High English Proficiency

Government official documents and work instructions can be handled in English.

Abundant Talent

Many graduates from technical universities, ensuring a supply of skilled engineers.

Pro-Japanese National Character

Friendly and positive disposition with strong communication skills.

Stable Political and Economic Environment

Parliamentary democracy and a stable Philippine peso exchange rate.

Geographical Advantage

Approximately 4 hours from Japan with only a 1-hour time difference.

Future Outlook

As a Bridge Between Japan and the Philippines

While Japan faces a declining population, the Philippines continues to be a growing market in Asia with a rising population. We aim to strengthen cooperation between the two countries—not only as a production base, but also as a consumer market and a source of talented personnel for Japan.

Leveraging 40 years of experience and achievements in the Philippines, our company fully supports Japanese companies in their overseas expansion. Through locally rooted, one-stop services, we help our clients achieve business success.