Japan
Following a two-year development period, Japan-based running brand HYBEX has officially launched its first sneaker, the HX LENS. The product is no ordinary running shoe: carefully designed for performance, it…
Obayashi Corporation, one of Japan’s leading construction companies, has further underlined its reputation as a pioneer in the construction and architecture space, with the installation of the three-meter high metal…
Shimizu Corporation, a Japanese construction, architecture, and engineering firm established in 1804, has developed a spray-based 3D concrete printing system designed for the construction of large, curved reinforced components. The…
November 27, 2025Nikon integrates Solukon SFM-AT1000-S at NAMTC Japan
In February, Nikon Corporation (Nikon) opened its new research, development, and service center for advanced AM applications in Gyoda, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. For automated depowdering, Nikon once again selected Solukon’s…
Ricoh, a Japanese multinational imaging and electronics company, has developed an innovative 3D inkjet printing technology that enables the creation of full-color resin components with both high mechanical strength and…
The event previously known as Formnext Forum Tokyo has changed its name to Formnext Asia Tokyo Forum. Focusing on additive manufacturing technology and related products and services, the event will…
February 27, 2025Nikon selected by JAXA to implement space AM initiative
Nikon Corporation has been selected by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) to lead the implementation of a key technology development initiative under the Space Strategy Fund (SSF). The project,…
February 4, 2025Nikon to open Nikon AM Technology Center in Japan
Nikon Corporation, one of the largest AM technology providers, is expected to open its Nikon AM Technology Center Japan in Gyoda, Saitama Prefecture, on February 28, 2025. This facility marks…
January 30, 2025Roland launches two new ceramic (sand) 3D printers
Roland DG Corporation, a manufacturer of digital solutions including 3D printers, has launched two new powder-based ceramic 3D printers – the PB-600 and PB-400. The PB series is based on…
January 28, 2025Phase3D expands Fringe Inspection offering to Japan
Phase3D, a leader in in-situ inspection technology for additive manufacturing, has entered a partnership with Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation (TNSC) – expanding the reach of its Fringe Inspection product suite…

