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Kuraray Marks 100 Years

Picture of people at a ceremony — Image courtesy of Kuraray.

Kuraray Co., Ltd. marked its 100^th anniversary on June 24, 2026, and held a commemorative ceremony on the same day. The ceremony was held at the Tokyo International Forum for Kuraray Group employees and was also live streamed in real time to domestic and overseas locations.

Company leadership expressed appreciation to all stakeholders who have supported the Kuraray over the years and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to pursuing challenges for the next 100 years.

President Hitoshi Kawahara emphasized the importance of sharing values across countries, regions, languages, and cultures at the important milestone. He also expressed the intention to realize “One Kuraray” by connecting people, technologies, and knowledge beyond organizational and business boundaries to create new value together.

Founded in 1926 in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture, Japan, Kuraray began with the commercialization of synthetic rayon. Over the past century, guided by its mission: “For people and the planet—to achieve what no one else can.” The company has developed its businesses based on unique technologies, including PVA fiber, PVOH resin, CLARINO™ man-made leather, and EVAL™ EVOH resin. Today, Kuraray operates globally in 32 countries and regions as a specialty chemical company.

Learn more at kuraray.com.

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