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About
Kyototex Co., Ltd. combines the culture of traditional Japanese gold and silver threads with cutting-edge processing techniques and twisting methods to design and manufacture metallic yarns.
We primarily supply these yarns as raw materials for sweaters (flat-bed knitting) and socks, selling to apparel brands not only in Japan but also around the world.
FeatureOur Strengths
Stock Service
All products listed in the general catalog are generally kept in stock at our own warehouse, allowing for prompt shipping.
Minimum Order Quantity is 1 Spool
Products featured in the catalog can be purchased starting from a minimum of 500 grams or 1 kilogram (depending on the product) for any color."
China Stock
We transport metallic yarns produced in Japan to our offices in Shanghai and Hong Kong, where we also provide stock services locally.
Cross-Border Challenges and Craftsmanship
Since 2008, we have been continuously exhibiting at the "PITTI FILATI" trade show held annually in Florence, Italy. We pursue "quality that transcends borders" and "sparkling elements that bring joy and inspiration," using the global feedback we receive there to inform our product development.
OEKO-TEX Class I
Among our metallic yarn collection, we offer products that have obtained the stringent Class I (App. 6) certification from OEKO-TEX, which guarantees that they contain no harmful substances to human health. (These products are marked with the OEKO-TEX icon.)
Company
| Company name | KYOTOTEX COMPANY LTD. |
| TEL | +81-75-643-5101 |
| Capital | 12 million yen |
| Main trading bank | The Bank of Kyoto,Ltd. The Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank |
| Location | 367 Fukakusa-Kokubo-Cho,Fushimi-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Japan 612-8437 |
| FAX | +81-75-642-3810 |
| Foundation | March 1, 1971 |
| Number of Employees | 9 |
History
- 1971
- Kyowa Company Ltd. (the predecessor of Kyototex Co., Ltd.) began its activities. At this time, the company engaged in small-scale operations without a clear goal, selling various metallic threads to various vendors.
- 1975
- From around this period, the company sought sales channels for exports of domestic flat-bed knitting and circular knitting fabrics, smoothly progressing with the expansion of the flat-bed knitting industry.
- 1980
- The company began to focus on international markets, registering the trademark "Kyototex" and expanding sales channels related to knitting. The sales volume increased steadily, primarily in Hong Kong, resulting in enhanced recognition and growth.
- 1985
- During this period, the company also focused on the sale of metallic threads for embroidery, exporting them under the Kyototex trademark to Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, establishing itself as a top brand. However, it faced challenges from many similar trademarks.
- 1993
- Both domestic and overseas knitting-related businesses were performing well, and the sales of metallic threads for embroidery expanded. The total production of knitting and embroidery materials grew to a record high of 700 tons. However, this was followed by a downturn in the Japanese economy after the bubble burst.
- 1995
- Due to the declining export competitiveness of Japanese products, the company considered production in China and established Kyototex(Hong Kong)Co., Ltd.
- 1996
- We established a production factory for HAGOROMO and GIMP yarns in Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China.
- 2000
- The company celebrated its 30th anniversary, focusing on metallic yarns for knitting and embroidery.
It aimed to rapidly develop unique products in Japan and set goals to spread distinctive metallic yarns worldwide. - 2008
- The company made its first appearance at the Italian yarn exhibition "PITTI FILATI."
To enhance brand recognition in Europe, it continued to participate in the exhibition to promote its unique metallic yarns worldwide. - 2012
- The company moved to a new building and changed its name from Kyowa Co., Ltd. to KYOTOTEX.
With the expansion of its warehouse, it further strengthened its immediate shipping system, which had been a strong point. - 2014
- The representative director was replaced.
- 2020
- To further enhance inventory management and immediate shipping systems, a warehouse was constructed next to the head office, establishing a system to manage most of the inventory from finished products to semi-finished products in-house.
- 2022
- Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the company resumed its participation in the Italian exhibition "PITTI FILATI," which had been interrupted.
It also successfully re-exhibited at the "SPIN EXPO" in Shanghai, continuing its promotional activities using presentations that emphasize "inspiration" as of 2024.
OfficeOverseas branch
SHANGHAI Shanghai office
HONG KONG Hong Kong office
| Company name | SHANGHAI：KYOTOTEX（SHANGHAI）LTD. HONG KONG：KYOTOTEX COMPANY LTD. |
| Location | SHANGHAI：F8, Suite A, Unit 9, No.161 Zheng Ye Road, Dong Jing Town, Song Jiang District, Shanghai 201619, P.R.China HONG KONG： 5/F Pang Kwong Building 59, Hung To Road, Kwun Tong Kowloon, Hong Kong |
| TEL | SHANGHAI：021-62780241 HONG KONG：852-2787-7494 |
| FAX | SHANGHAI：021-62780204 HONG KONG：852-2787-0154 |