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In a world where lifestyles, values, and expectations are constantly evolving, are traditional skills and craftsmanship becoming obsolete? Perhaps being old isn’t enough. But being new for its own sake is no better. What truly captivates is innovation with depth.
At the Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster, companies and artisans from Hokuriku, one of Japan’s most renowned textile regions, come together to fuse time-honored techniques with the potential of advanced technology.
Contributing to a more dynamic world with textiles
that blend traditional craftsmanship and innovation.
MESSAGE
FROM THE CHAIRPERSON
The Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster started out in 2004 to revitalize Japan’s textile industry. It marked its 20th anniversary in 2024. We are building a unique integrated system for yarn and high-level processing by combining the management and technical capabilities of midstream manufacturers so they can move beyond subcontracting and outsourcing models, paving the way for greater independence.
While continuing to drive global activities, broaden collaboration across the value chain, and deepen and diversify application development, we will step up our efforts to connect the value from our diverse, mature technologies with new customer applications.
We will also create new value by carefully analyzing and understanding market and customer requirements to transform promising development ideas into solutions that align with those needs. By strengthening exit strategies and marketing collaboration, we aim to build a system that aligns product development with customer preferences.
While Japan’s textile industry continues to face adversity, textiles are a growth field worldwide. Now is the time to harness the collective strengths of regional manufacturers and accelerate the development of innovative products and new applications unique to the Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster. It is equally important to promote our activities and broaden our industry’s appeal in a growing international market.
We will continue to help lead Japan’s textile industry into its next chapter by strengthening our efforts under the banner of independence and self-reliance. Together, we can shape the future.
Chairperson, Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster
Yoshihide Takagi
ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
※As of June 2025
BOARD MEMBER
Chairman
President
Vice President
President
Executive Director
Chairman
President
Exective Vice Chairman
Director
Chairman and Representative Director
CEO & Chairman
President
Representative Director
President
Chairman
President
President
Autior
Advisor
Predient Director
HISTORY
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
Develops para-aramid long-fiber textile that can be made in multiple colors
2009
2010
2011
Holds second Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition
2012
2013
Holds fourth Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition
2014
2015
Holds sixth Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition
2016
Holds seventh Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition
Develops Ciel Blanc® material, which absorbs moisture and generates and retains heat
(for Nakanoto Treasure Trailrun staffers)
2017
Holds eighth Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition
Develops breathable glossy coating material
2018
Holds ninth Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition
2019
Holds 10th Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition (at Spiral Hall)
2020
2021
2022
Holds 12th Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition
Test markets the Amedama Poncho for children Undertakes crowdfunding
2023
Holds 13th Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition
2024
Holds 14th Toray Synthetic Textile Cluster Exhibition, which celebrates 20th anniversary