Kuraray was established in 1926 in Kurashiki City with the objective of commercializing rayon. Following WWII, the Company commercialized synthetic fiber, which was invented in Japan, and developed a series of unique businesses, including the man-made leather CLARINO, developed as a substitute for natural leather, polyester textiles, non-woven fabrics KURAFLEX, and the hook-and-loop fastener MAGIC TAPE.

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Kuraray

Hitoshi Kawahara

Hirokazu Jo

Keiji Taga

Sirt Mellema

Tomoyuki Watanabe

Koichi Takano

Satoshi Yamaguchi

Noriaki Namba

Toshihiro Omatsu

Stevan R. Schott

Tsugunori Kashimura

Yoshimasa Sano

Nobuhiko Takai

Matthias Gutweiler

Hiroaya Hayase

Keiko Murata

Mitsuhiro Nagahama

Masaaki Ito

Kiyoto Ido

Satoshi Tanaka

Naoko Mikami

Tomomi Yatsu

Kenji Komatsu

Naoya Uehara

The Corporate Management and Oversight team at Kuraray is responsible for strategic governance and ensuring the company's operational integrity. This team, comprised of executive officers and directors, monitors corporate performance, oversees compliance with regulatory standards, and guides the company's growth initiatives across various business units. They play a crucial role in aligning Kuraray's objectives with its long-term vision while fostering sustainable practices.

Corporate Management and Oversight

The Leadership Team at Kuraray drives the strategic vision and operational direction of the company, ensuring alignment across diverse business units such as synthetic fibers, man-made leather, and specialty chemicals. Comprised of seasoned executives, they focus on innovation, sustainable growth, and global market expansion while fostering collaboration and guiding the company’s long-term objectives. Their expertise enables Kuraray to maintain its competitive edge and adapt to evolving industry trends.

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