Editor’s Note
**Editor’s Note:** Kowa Sangyo Co., Ltd. has renovated and reopened the first floor of its Beads Shop j4 Tokyo Main Store in Asakusabashi, enhancing its OEM ordering system for original accessories. The update aims to expand new possibilities in accessory parts manufacturing.
Strengthened OEM Ordering System for Original Accessories
~ A Pioneer in Accessory Parts Manufacturing Expands New OEM Possibilities ~
Kowa Sangyo Co., Ltd.
Store
March 11, 2025 10:15
Kowa Sangyo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Sakai City, Osaka; President: Hisashi Higashi), a pioneer in accessory parts manufacturing, renovated and reopened the first floor of its Tokyo Main Store (Asakusabashi) at the end of February 2025, strengthening its OEM ordering system for original accessories. Directly connected to its domestic factory, the store now enables more diverse manufacturing processes, including Suzumaru beads and core-setting processing for brass materials, creating an environment that better meets customer needs.
Front Entrance
■ Finished Product Sample Sales Corner
Immediately upon entering, a sample sales corner for finished products has been set up, featuring popular parts and quickly capturing trends.
– Customers can touch and see the texture and color of each part.
– Purchases of the parts used and orders for mass production of finished products are also accepted.
(Please feel free to consult staff about lot sizes and unit prices.)
■ Making Mass-Producible Items a Reality
The renovated store features bright, open, and easy-to-view displays. Many finished product samples that turn ideas like “I wish I could mass-produce this item!” into reality are on display, and single items can be purchased at sample prices.
Similar to the company’s own e-commerce site, consultations for OEM of original accessories are also available.
Product Display and Sales
■ Industry-First Accessory Parts Display and Original Coated Beads
On the second floor of the Tokyo Main Store, original coated beads, unique to the company with over 90 years of history, are displayed and available for purchase both domestically and internationally. From accessory parts to finished products, knowledgeable staff provide courteous service and suggest the perfect items.
Brass Metal Sales Shelf
■ Wide Selection of Brass Metals Ideal for Making Original Accessories
Items can be purchased individually, and customers can enjoy the changing color of the raw brass. However, plating processes such as gold and rhodium colors are also available.
(Plating requires a minimum lot and incurs additional costs. Please feel free to consult staff about lot sizes and prices.)
Ring Processing Sample Products for Sale
■ Core-Setting Customization
Various core lengths are available to match parts. Customers can enjoy ordering and custom-making accessories with freedom to choose the number and placement of core settings and decorative parts.
Core-Setting Sample
■ Suzumaru Bead Accessories
OEM for accessories lavishly using Suzumaru beads, a hallmark of j4, is also available.
Suzumaru Sample Products for Sale
In conjunction with the renovation, the company exhibited at the [Lifestyle Week Spring] exhibition held at Tokyo Big Sight, receiving positive feedback such as,
For companies and creators considering OEM orders, the store provides a place where new ideas can be born.
For companies and creators looking to establish OEM for original accessories or new partnerships, this is truly a place for a “treasure hunt” experience. Please visit Asakusabashi and see the potential of Kowa Sangyo.
≪Store Overview≫
Beads Shop j4 Tokyo Main Store
Location: 2-29-11 Asakusabashi, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0053, B1-2F, Marukei Building (Nearest station: Asakusabashi Station)
Business Hours: 10:00-18:00 (Closed on Sundays and holidays; Saturdays irregular)
*For OEM consultations, please feel free to speak with staff.
● Kowa Sangyo Online Shop
BeadsShop j4 [Official] Beads & Accessory Parts Online Shop
(https://www.beads-shop-j4.com/)
Rakuten Market Store
(https://www.rakuten.ne.jp/gold/beadsshopj4/)
Yahoo! Shopping Store
(https://store.shopping.yahoo.co.jp/beadsshopj4/)
■ Company Overview
Trade Name: Kowa Sangyo Co., Ltd.
Representative: President Hisashi Higashi
Location: 1-4-20 Haze-cho, Naka-ku, Sakai City, Osaka 599-8238
Established: 1970
Business: Planning, manufacturing, wholesale, and retail of decorative items and decorative parts
Capital: 10 million yen
HP: https://www.beads-shop-j4.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beadsshopj4.official/
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