アルナ Company Profile

An article about the renewal of Arna Kagoshima Factory was published in the Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun and Yomiuri Shimbun.

■Design Points 1. The sloped shape from the surroundings to the interior is designed to enhance the immersion in the artwork. 2. By creating depth between the acrylic and the artwork display, a small space is formed, enhancing the rarity of the artwork. ■Evaluation Comments from the Good Design Award Judges Conventional aluminum frames have been designed primarily for cost-effectiveness and ease of production, but Kreitz is delicately designed with a focus on what will be displayed and where it will be hung. It does not neglect price range and productivity, resulting in a well-balanced product. The distance between the acrylic and the artwork is thoughtfully considered, and the ability to significantly change the image with a little ingenuity has also received praise. ■Product Overview The cross-sectional shape of Kreitz features a large triangle, with the section for inserting acrylic separated from the part where the artwork is installed. The large triangular shape, which is cut diagonally inward, contributes to separating the artwork from the surroundings and enhancing the immersion in the internal artwork.

Aruna Co., Ltd. has been awarded the 14th "Most Important Company in Japan" Award. After reading the book "Most Important Company in Japan," written by Professor Sakamoto of Hosei University, I began to hope that Aruna would grow into a company that could someday receive this award, and after more than ten years, that dream has come true. While there are various awards in the world, the "Most Important Company in Japan" Award evaluates not only sound management practices but also "people-friendly" management, including considerations for employees, local residents, and the employment of people with disabilities. This award recognizes companies that, even if small, remain grounded and continue to be loved by people over a long period, rather than those that mindlessly pursue sales expansion without genuine care. Among the 185 companies that applied, there were strict evaluations based on criteria such as "profit margin" and "turnover rate." 74 companies passed the first screening. For the second screening, judges visited the companies, narrowing it down to 30, and ultimately, 14 companies received the "Most Important Company in Japan" Award. The reasons for Aruna's award are summarized separately on YouTube, so please refer to that. Encouraged by this award, we will continue to strive towards our goal of becoming a "300-year company."