Exhibitor Information

Itakura Factory Co., Ltd. is a woodworking and architectural fixture factory based in Mizuho-shi, Gifu Prefecture. Rooted in Yamagataya Industry Co., Ltd., a timber merchant with a history of over 100 years, the company has established an integrated system that handles everything from wood selection to drying, processing, painting, and on-site installation.

Manufacture and Installation of Custom-Made Furniture and Fixtures The company designs, manufactures, and installs custom furniture for private residences, as well as store fixtures and architectural woodwork for commercial and public facilities such as hotels, restaurants, and offices.

Processing and Sales of liveedge and precious wood Operating under the "Itakura" brand, the company maintains a constant inventory of over 7,000 liveedge slabs encompassing approximately 150 species from around the world. It produces tables and counters using these rare pieces of precious wood, boasting one of the largest scales in Japan in terms of product lineup, material expertise, and processing technology. Under the policy that "no processing is impossible," the company achieves high-precision fabrication—from traditional techniques to contemporary designs—by combining the handiwork of skilled craftsmen with the latest digital woodworking machinery. The company maintains a complete in-house process, from raw log procurement to sawing, drying, processing, finishing, and delivery.

Original Brand (ITAKURA 2.0) This is a total solution brand specializing in the "wood-transformation" of non-residential spaces, including offices, stores, public facilities, and medical institutions. The brand operates on a vertically integrated business model covering everything from material procurement to design, engineering, manufacturing, and construction. Experts with deep knowledge of timber characteristics can provide consulting services to architects and designers. From the design stage, the company proposes structural solutions and detailing that balance aesthetic appeal with functionality, utilizing advanced equipment and craftsmanship to manufacture everything from large-scale tables to complex custom furniture.

R&D and Social Responsibility Through joint research with Gifu University, the company scientifically verifies the effects of wood on human health and stress reduction, applying these findings to develop wellness-oriented products. Furthermore, it promotes business operations aimed at forest conservation and the realization of a sustainable, circular society through the effective use of thinned wood and scraps, as well as the active utilization of domestic and regional timber.