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2023.12.08

Interview with GX Company" article was published.

2023.12.08 The article, "Interview with GX Practice Company" by Yuzo Yoshida, President and CEO, and Naoki Gomi, Managing Executive Officer, was published on the website of "GX Promotion and Awareness Symposium" hosted by Tokyo Metropolitan Government. https://gx-symposium.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/column/interview-yoshida-vol1/ The theme of  Vol. 1 is "Why we anticipated global trends and took the plunge into sustainable management.” The interview will be published up to Vol.3 in the future. Please take a look.

2020.12.18

Recent News

2020.12.18 An Interview article has been published in Newsweek. Yuzo Yoshida, President of Yoshida Industries was interviewed by the British News Agency THE WORLDFOLIO. The feature interview article is on「Newsweek INTERNATIONAL EDDITION VOL.175 – December 18, 2020」. President of Yuzo Yoshida described of future business prospects of “Made by YOSHIDA” monozukuri . An Interview article has been published in Newsweek. 

2017.12.07

Recent News

2017.12.07 KAO “AUBE couture” received the cosmetic packaging category award at Japan Packaging Contest 2017. A three-dimensional gradation eye shadow is achievable by simply applying the 3 color shadow from the plastic pan. The duo fibre brush consists of black and white colored materials, and the shape of the handle is designed asymmetrically to ensure the correct direction of application. Our innovative decoration technology IML (hard coat spec) has been used to reduce the thickness of the overall compact case.

2012.12.07

Recent News

2012.12.07 Yoshida won the 2012 packaging contest sponsored by the Japan Packaging Technology Association. The award has been granted for the design for the Kao Company's "Primavistadia Compact case." The compact is equipped with a magnified mirror which allows make up to be put on beautifully, especially with aging eye sight. Created being gorgeous as well, the subdued design is suitable for women in their 50's. The one of a kind YK Print manufacturing method  was the reason behind winning the award.

2023.11.02

President Yuzo Yoshida speaks at the 1st GX Promotion and Awareness Symposium 2023

2023.11.02 The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has set a goal of achieving a zero-emission Tokyo that contributes to virtually zero CO2 emissions by 2050,　is accelerating its efforts to achieve a 50% reduction in GHG emissions (compared to the 2000 level) by 2030, with the goal of achieving the carbon half. As part of these efforts, the 1st GX Promotion and Awareness Symposium 2023 was held on October 5, 2023. The symposium featured advanced examples of GX (Green Transformation) in Japan and abroad, as well as the status of GX initiatives at companies. As one of the panelists, Mr. Yuzo Yoshida, President and CEO of our company, took the stage as one of the panelists. In the panel discussion, he spoke about the importance of sustainable management, current efforts to decarbonize, and future challenges. We will continue to accelerate our decarbonization efforts to create the future of sustainable plastic manufacturing. (You can see the video of the day's discussion at this external site.) https://gx-symposium.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/

2022.11.06

Exhibiting for the First Time at the 11th Plastics Japan (High -performance Plastic Expo)

2022.11.06 We will be exhibiting for the first time at the High-functional Materials Week Tokyo 2022 - 11th Plastics Japan (High-performance plastic Expo) to be held at Makuhari Messe from December 7 (Wed.) to 9 (Fri.), Booth 45-36, Hall 6 (https://www.material-expo.jp/tokyo/en-gb.html) This year's exhibition will introduce not only cosmetic containers, but also plastic packaging from five themes: medical, sustainable, R&D, and in-house containers. We will also be giving away a free gift to visitors who print out this page and bring it to our booth. Please stop by our booth when you come to the exhibition.

2017.11.02

Recent News

2017.11.02 Received the following cosmetic packaging award at Japan Packaging Contest 2017 under the sponsorship of Japan Packaging Institute. ・Cosmeteics Packaging Award http://www.jpi.or.jp/saiji/jpc/2017/083.html ・Package Design Award http://www.jpi.or.jp/saiji/jpc/2017/039.html ・Package Design Award http://www.jpi.or.jp/saiji/jpc/2017/041.html

2016.11.17

Product Infomation

2016.11.17 Previously not achievable by one shot conventional molding, we have realized the ability to decorate the entire top to side surface via a single shot. (Patent Pending) Brilliantly chiseled embossment/debossment with perfectly oriented artwork only further distinguishes our leadership in design. This innovative decoration technology has been implemented for KANEBO's “ COFFRET DOR BEAUTY AURA EYES” new program.  

2014.11.05

Recent News

2014.11.05 YAKULT "Bellefin Moisture Essence" received the cosmetic packaging category award at Japan Packaging Contest 2014 under the sponsorship of Japan Packaging Institute. Our PLAGLASS2 was used for this component. PLAGLASS2 is blow molded container that has different thickness of double layer walled. It is different method for production from PLAGLASS and more different thickness is moldable on this product.(PAT.P) This glass-looking outer gives it a more luxurious feel and doesn't break easily. ※"PLAGLASS" logo is registered trademark of the Yoshida Industries Co., Ltd. in the US, EM and Japan.

2014.11.04

Recent News

2014.11.04 KAO "Primavista Dea Compact Case" received the Japan star Award at Japan Packaging Contest 2014. We have developed foundation case that brings usability to everyone declining motor function and eyesight by aging. Zoom-able mirror will make you easy to look at and also providing an automatic lift up function that enable you to take out the sponge easily.(patented)

2023.10.20

Shiseido launched INOUI on September 21, 2023

2023.10.20 INOUI is the brand that has evolved with the times since its birth in 1976, and has set trends with its unique modern image. Based on Shiseido's corporate color red, the lineup is expected to revitalize the makeup category in the future. We were in responsible for the Powder Foundation Compact, Glow Primer, and Loose Powder.

2022.10.12

Our first application to KOSÈ Corporation

2022.10.12 KOSÈ Corporation has chosen to adopt our biomass plastic using the mass balance method.

2021.10.21

Product Information

2021.10.21 "Recycled PET 100% thick wall jar container production started"After more than three years of joint development with a recycled resin manufacturer, production of thick-walled jar containers using 100% recycled PET began in 2020, and products using this technology were launched on the market in 2021.

2019.10.28

Recent News

2019.10.28 POLA 「BA Colors」and 「Diem Couleur」received the Red Dot Award for best package design at the 2019 Germany International Design Awards. The distinction “Red Dot” has become established internationally as one of the most sought-after seals of quality for good design. This is a very prestigious award with more than 10,000 entries from companies, organizations and designers from more than 70 countries worldwide every year. We are very proud to have been recognized for excellent design, selected by competent expert juries in the areas of product design, communication design, and design concepts.

2019.10.28

Recent News

2019.10.28 ORBIS 「ORBIS U」received the Japan Star award at Japan Packaging Contest 2019 under the sponsorship of Japan Packaging Institute.  

2019.10.28

Recent News

2019.10.28 KOSÈ Corporation 「DECORTE Base Make-up Series」 received the the cosmetic packaging category award at Japan Packaging Contest 2019 under the sponsorship of Japan Packaging Institute.

2017.10.27

Product Infomation

2017.10.27 Our AirSurface technology has been implemented for BOBBI BROWN'S “RETOUCHING LOOSE POWDER”. AirSurface  is very smooth dose controlled formula shifter that provides real life filtered effect, minus the fall out. Japan release date - Sep 2017  

2015.10.05

Recent News

2015.10.05 Yoshida’s compact on display at Shigeru Ban’s REVERBERATION-Pavilion of Light and Sound in Venice The Shiseido Group’s prestige brand “Cle de Peau Beaute” compacts “Ombres Couleurs Quadri” & “Blush Duo Poudre” made by Yoshida were used for the pavilion display ‘Reverberation – Pavilion of Light and Sound’. The pavilion was on display at the Vernissage of Venice Biennale, one of the biggest contemporary art festivals in the world. This work of art was designed by world renowned architect Shigeru Ban. Approximately 68,000 pieces of the multifaceted blue compacts of Yoshida’s YK print technique were used in constructing the exterior walls, giving the appearance of tiles reflecting and absorbing light. The grand popularity from the public extended the exhibition until May 22, two weeks longer than originally planned.

2020.09.18

Recent News

2020.09.18 Received the Technical Packaging Award Kanebo Cosmetics' “Kanebo Prestpowder Slide Compact” is received the Technical Packaging Award in the 2019 Japan Packaging Contest. With a sliding design brings a smooth flow of motion like a tea ceremony, the compact is designed to look beautiful even like on a series of actions worn on the skin. The design with the motif of "K" is added to the top surface/stamping pattern, provided a structure where the container slides diagonally along those "K" lines. (Patent pending)

2013.09.30

Recent News

2013.09.30 On June 20th and 21th, YOSHIDA participated in a cosmetics exhibition "Make Up in Paris 2013", held at a grand hall of Louvre museum's basement floor in Paris, France. Featuring on PLAGLASS™ , we displayed our products which represent our historical technologies over 60 years, as well as the most recent packagings for Japanese cosmetic market. It was a great opportunity for us to get realized our initiative towards innovation by international visitors in Europe.

2012.09.11

Recent News

2012.09.11 Yoshida displayed at the 5th annual China Cosmetics summit which took place in Beijing on July 21 and 22nd. Our theme for the showing was "The brilliance of Premium Luxurious Quality." We displayed ultra-lux compacts that incorporated actual Gold, Silver, Platinum and Opal properties.

2018.08.30

Recent News

2018.08.30 IPSA ”ME ULTIMATE” received the gold award for Pentawards 2017. This is high class lotion from prestige line. Our innovative technology PLAGLASS™ is adopted by IPSA to express profound feeling and thick glass looking outer. ※「Pentawards」…　Worldwide Package Design competition.

2023.07.01

YOSHIDA has collaborated with ORBIS to produce upcycled products

2023.07.01 Launched upcycled trays from the new clean beauty brand “CLNCE” Sales product name: “Upcycle tray” Color name: "Colorful"/"Gray" With the cooperation of our customers, we were able to make a one-of-a-kind tray using plastic that was planned to be discarded.

2014.07.31

Recent News

2014.07.31 ALBION “Elegance Nouvelle Eyes” and “Elegance Perfect Blow Powder” won Cosmetics Category Award of 2014 Japan Packaging Competition. In the Elegance series, the well-known fine sculpture is decorated in sophisticated design on not only the compact top cover but also on both front and back sides of the molded platform, and consequently a new effect emerges in opening the compact.  

2014.07.31

Product Infomation

2014.07.31 Introduction of New Manufacturing Method, PLAGLASS2 Blow-molded container consisted of inner and outer containers which have different thickness. This is a different manufacturing method from PLAGLASS, and can mold products which have more gap in thickness (PAT.P). PLAGLASS2 is a very durable container, while expressing profound feeling and high grade sense as if it is mistakenly seen as glass. This innovative technology is adopted by YAKULT HONSHA CO., Ltd. in “BELLEFIN Moisture Essence”. ※"PLAGLASS" logo is registered trademark of the Yoshida Industries Co., Ltd. in the US, EM and Japan.

2023.06.16

Obtained "Certificate of Declaration" for Healthy Company Declaration

2023.06.16 YOSHIDA INDUSTRIES Co., Ltd. ,YOSHIDA COSMEWORKS Co., Ltd.  and YOSHIDA, Inc. have made a "Healthy Company Declaration" to the Tokyo Federation of Health Insurance Associations and received a "Certificate of Declaration". We aim to create an even more vibrant workplace through the promotion of employee health. " Declaration of Healthy Company" is a system in which a company declares itself  to be a healthy company and aims to become an excellent health care company.

2023.06.13

MAC newly launched eyeshadow palette

2023.06.13 Brand new MAC eyeshadow palettes have a back-in-mold decoration technology top plaque, and the foil design can be changed to give a different impression of the product.  The material used, except for the top panel, is PCR-ABS.  Assembly is fully automated.

2022.06.03

Industry's first eco-friendly in-house standard compact case

2022.06.03 The industry's first compact case made only of bioplastic has been completed,with a lineup of 8-color metal and resin plate type. We can also make new plate frames and create original compact cases.  

2020.06.05

Recent News

2020.06.05 New building completed in Ashikaga FactoryIn April 2020, a new building (total floor area of 2777.87m2) was completed in the Ashikaga Factory. Semi-clean room, keeping temperature and humidity constant, conducting (antistatic) measures are set up.In addition, a solar panel device (annual power generation of 82,500 kw/h) is installed on the rooftop. We will care the environmental activity and strive to further improve in quality.

2020.06.02

Recent News

2020.06.02 Yoshida technologies have been incorporated for the last seven years in the SHISEIDO snow beauty compact series. The packaging design expresses “the joy of first snowfall in Japan” an event that has been celebrated since ancient times. The motif is based on Japanese ancient folklore and patterns. These concepts were then transposed into YK print and incorporated into Yoshida's Mold Decoration Technology. The technology entails that a transfer film be inserted into the mold and then the texturized design in the mold become perfectly oriented, resulting in a harmonious 3 Dimensional embroidery finish. Yoshida is proudly the industry leader in mold decoration and compact decoration technologies.  

2019.06.20

Recent News

2019.06.20 KANEBO’s  “KANEBO THE EXCEPTIONAL SERIES” received the IF product design award at iF Design Awards 2019. KANEBO THE CREAM was made in the image of Transparent Beauty that leads to a clear and beautiful life. This is the first of its kind with a compact on a pedestal, achieving a new level of luxurious design.

2023.05.17

ISCC PLUS Certification Renewal

2023.05.17 Yoshida Cosmeworks and Yoshida Inc together with Ashikaga Yoshida have renewed ISCC PLUS Certification (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification), one of the international certification systems for sustainable products. ※Biomass certification using the mass balance method. Yoshida Cosmeworks, Yoshida, Inc. and Ashikaga Yoshida pledge its commitment to complying with the ISCC PLUS requirements, in accordance with the latest ISCC regulations, and to avoiding the practice of multiple counting the environmental contributions. Under the strict management system, we will continue to provide even safer and higher quality products to our customers.

2022.05.17

Web site relaunched

2022.5.17 Thank you for visiting our website. We are pleased to announce the complete renewal of our website. In this renewal, we have added new contents to provide a deeper understanding of our company. We have also renewed the design and structure of our website to make it easier to view and understand for our users, and have improved it so that it can be viewed from smartphones and tablets. We will continue our efforts to provide useful information and enhance the content of our website. We look forward to your continued patronage.

2021.05.27

Recent News

2021.05.27 Biomass PET bottle has been implemented for MASH Beauty lab’s new brand「SNIDEL BEAUTY」.

2021.05.27

Recent News

2021.05.27 POLA skincare brand「B.A」was recently awarded one of the world’s largest design awards, 『iF Design Awards 2021』.Our innovative technology 「PLAGLASS™2」was implemented and produced the formative design for B.A lotion and milk products.

2015.05.29

World first metalized bulb！

2015.05.29 Liquid foundation dropper is embellished with silver metallized bulb that is giving luxurious and high-class looking. Japan release date – 20th Mar 2015

2014.05.14

Recent News

2014.05.14 SHISEIDO “cle de peau la creme - lmd” received the silver award for Pentawards 2013. 2013 marked the 30th anniversary of the founding of this brand and limited edition models were released in 3 colors (Blue, Yellow, Pink) with Dichroic Decoration and multiple cutting shape that gives luxurious feel and a shiny, sparkly look.  ※「Pentawards」…　Worldwide Package Design competition.

2013.05.08

Recent News

2013.05.08 Kose's "Addiction Limited Compact II" won the Silver Metal for the 2013 Japan Packaging Design Awards. The outer cover of this compact implements our innovation decoration, "Renchi Color Sheet", winking adorably as the compact is moved in different directions. This compact was awarded for Packaging design award in the 2011 Packaging contest and also in the 2011JPC exhibit, the ultimate award, "Economic Industry Ministry award" was granted.

2012.04.02

Product Information

2012.04.02 Partnering with the 3D overmolding technology of Mitsui Dupont Chemicals, inc., Yoshida invented and is the first to produce and commercialize a thick walled plastic double layered bottle, that we have registered as PLAGLASS. ※"PLAGLASS" logo is registered trademark of the Yoshida Industries Co., Ltd. in the US, EM and Japan.

2012.04.02

Product Information

2012.04.02 Yoshida has broadened the realm of design options by inventing “design tubes”, that we have registered as CHIAROTUBES. Please apply these next generation tubes to enhance your product line.  

2024.03.26

HTT Initiative Declaration ("Reduce," "Generate," "Save" Electricity)

2024.03.26 We are pleased to announce that the three companies of the Yoshida Group (YOSHIDA COSMEWORKS Co., Ltd. , YOSHIDA INDUSTRIES Co., Ltd., ASHIKAGA YOSHIDA INDUSTRIES Co., Ltd.) have committed to participate in the HTT (reduce, generate, save electricity) initiatives endorsed by Tokyo Metropolitan Government. We will continue to advance efforts towards achieving a decarbonized society in the future． ※HTT stands for the initial letters of "Herasu" (Reduce), "Tsukuru" (Generate), "Tameru" in Japanese.

2024.03.13

AUTHENT cream

2024.03.13 Nippon Menard Cosmetics Co.,Ltd renewed and launched Luxury Cream "AUTHENT cream " on December 21, 2023. The image of a cell filled with vital energy.The seamless form focuses on the properties of the ellipsoid, which organically transforms from a sphere. The packaging was designed precisely so as not to destroy the form of the product. Patent pending for the refill container detachable mechanism.  

2024.03.01

ISCC PLUS Certification

2024.03.01 Yoshida Cosmeworks and Ashikaga Yoshida have renewed their ISCC PLUS Certification (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification), one of the international certification systems for sustainable products. *Biomass certification using the mass balance method. Yoshida Cosmeworks and Ashikaga Yoshida pledge its commitment to complying with the ISCC PLUS requirements, in accordance with the latest ISCC regulations, and to avoiding the practice of multiple counting the environmental contributions. Under the strict management system, we will continue to provide even safer and higher quality products to our customers.

2024.03.01

The Ministry of the Environment's website lists our goals for the introduction of bioplastics.

2024.03.01 You can read about our goals for the introduction of bioplastics on the Ministry of the Environment's "Law Concerning the Promotion of Resource Recycling of Plastics. https://www.env.go.jp/content/000185876.pdf By 2030, we aim to achieve a "100% supply rate of general-purpose products in sustainable-related materials. We will continue to accelerate our decarbonization efforts and create a sustainable future for plastics society.

2023.03.30

Yoshida participates ”Fuyo Zero Carbon City Support Program"

2023.03.30 The Yoshida Group has recently switched to energy-efficient equipment in support of the Fuyo Zero Carbon City Support Program. The Group has agreed with the objectives of the Fuyo Zero Carbon City Support Program, switched to energy-saving equipment by leased equipment under the program. https://www.fgl.co.jp/service/zerocarbon.html

2022.03.15

ISCC PLUS Certification

2022.03.15 Yoshida Cosmeworks and Yoshida Inc together with Ashikaga Plant have received ISCC PLUS Certification (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification), one of the international certification systems for sustainable products.※Biomass certification using the mass balance method.Yoshida Cosmeworks, Yoshida, Inc. and Ashikaga Yoshida pledge its commitment to complying with the ISCC PLUS requirements, in accordance with the latest ISCC regulations, and to avoiding the practice of multiple counting the environmental contributions.Under the strict management system, we will continue to provide even safer and higher quality products to our customers.

2022.03.08

Recent News

2022.03.08 Our SHISEIDO “AQUA GEL LIP PALETTE” has won the Best Cosmetic Packaging Award at the 2021 Japan Packaging Contest. This product was jointly developed by SHISEIDO, KANEKA and YOSHIDA, An industry and world first to use the new 100% plant-based Kaneka biodegradable polymer “Green Planet™※” in a cosmetic container. ※This is a 100% plant-based polymer developed by Kaneka Corporation, and is expected to have a wide range of excellent biodegradability in ocean and soil environments.

2022.03.08

Recent News

2022.03.08 In December 2021, we issued "SDG Promotion Support Private Placement Bonds" with Mizuho Bank as the secretary. This bond was issued after receiving a diagnosis of the degree of SDG compliance from Mizuho Bank and declaring the Company's current and future efforts to address the SDGs.We will continue to actively engage in SDGs management.

2021.03.15

Product Information

2021.03.15 For our company, which has manufactured cosmetic containers in-house for over 70 years, it is inevitable to develop and propose sustainable packages.There are already increasing opportunities to use bottle containers and compact cases made of bioplastics and biodegradable plastics. As for more general use, we are also expanding the use of sustainable materials for our standard container line-up.Carefully selected raw materials those meet the same quality standards as conventional plastics and can continue to be available in terms of supply and cost. We have made a line-up of recycled PET and biomass PET bottles in our standard containers. We will continue to make proposals for container development for the circular society, CO2 reduction, and SDGs requirements.

2021.02.18

Recent News

2021.02.18 KOSÈ Corporation [Cosme Decorte AQ Cream Absolute X] Was given the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at the 2020 Japan Packaging Competition. This product is a luxurious, high-performance night cream that blends carefully selected beauty ingredients, awakening the skin to well hydrated and incredibly soft feel. As a high end cosmetic product, we have adopted a heavy wall jar made of highly transparent plastic material. The spatula has also been smartly designed to magnetically sit on top of the cap.

2020.02.21

Recent News

2020.02.21 The Yoshida has started production of cosmetic containers using 100% recycled plastic materials from JAN 2020 through 5 years of research work with raw material manufacturers regarding material safety and molding stability.

2024.01.22

“YOSHIBON", an original carbon offset character, is born!

2024.01.22 Yoshida Group has created an original character "YOSHIBON" to promote company-wide efforts to decarbonize and reduce CO2 emissions in the days ahead. The design was based on the image of carbon offsetting activities, and was designed to share visually the nature of these activities. The name was chosen through an in-company contest. We at Yoshida Group continue to accelerate our decarbonization efforts and create a sustainable future for plastics society.

2023.01.24

Nagano Yoshida acquires ISCC PLUS Certification

2023.01.24 Nagano Yoshida have received ISCC PLUS Certification (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) in addition to the three preceding companies, one of the international certification systems for sustainable products, on November 24, 2022. ※Biomass certification using the mass balance method. Yoshida Cosmeworks, Yoshida, Inc., Ashikaga Yoshida and Nagano Yoshida pledge its commitment to complying with the ISCC PLUS requirements, in accordance with the latest ISCC regulations, and to avoiding the practice of multiple counting the environmental contributions. Under the strict management system, we will continue to provide even safer and higher quality products to our customers.

2023.01.13

In 2022, Granted two new trademarks

2023.01.13 YOSHIDA COSMEWORKS has prepared respective marks to certify the use of biomass plastic and recycled plastic for products containing biomass plastic and recycled plastic, which will be used more and more in the future. (Trademark registered) The marks can be attached to various printed materials such as packages and cardboards. No application is required if the mark is used in advertisements or photographs. If you have any questions about the use of the mark or wish to request specifications, please contact our sales representatives.

2021.01.22

Recent News

2021.01.22 Yuzo Yoshida, President and CEO of our company, was interviewed by the British news agency "THE WORLDFOLIO".　An interview article was posted on the official website. http://www.theworldfolio.com/interviews/yoshidas-innovations-go-deeper-than-beauty-industry/4815/ It describes the higher quality "made by YOSHIDA"　MONOZUKURI（manufacturing　skills） and future business prospects. (The article was also published in "Newsweek (international version) VOL.175 -2020.12.18", more detailed story)