Notice of Participation in Automotive World 2026 Tokyo

[Case Studies for 2023-2024 Available] There are reasons for the success of overseas investment expansion. Gain initial insights into successful expansion from case studies of companies that have ventured abroad.

As companies globalize, many are considering local production in North America as one of the options they must explore in the near future. However, even when it comes to the United States, some companies may be struggling to determine the criteria for choosing a location, which can hinder their overseas expansion. To provide insights into solving such challenges, we have compiled easy-to-understand examples of companies that have announced their entry or expansion within the last year and a half. We will introduce why West Virginia was chosen as a manufacturing base, not only from Japan but also from Europe, Asia, and within the United States, including reasons for expansion or growth, investment scale, and number of employees. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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West Virginia has numerous advantages such as business costs, safety, and livability. The automotive industry is becoming more active as major companies strengthen their investments.

West Virginia, which resonates with some people through the famous song "Country Roads." But how many know how beneficial it is for automotive manufacturers and their suppliers? The automotive industry is thriving in this state, with major companies, including Toyota, strengthening their investments. There are numerous well-known companies with manufacturing bases, and the location offers advantages such as proximity to assembly plants. **Five Reasons Why Many Japanese Companies Invest in West Virginia** (1) Competitive Business Costs… Business costs, including taxes, wages, and utilities, are lower than the national average. (2) Market Location… It is at the center of the automotive industry corridor running from the Midwest to the South of North America. (3) Workforce Support… Financial support for recruitment and employee training, as well as human resources assistance. (4) Investment Incentives… Tax credits for manufacturing, assistance in finding factory sites and properties, financial support, and other assistance. (5) One-on-One Support… Individual project support from staff based in Japan and staff at the West Virginia headquarters. *Currently, we have released materials introducing the benefits of corporate expansion into West Virginia. Please feel free to view them from the [PDF Download] link below.*

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An energy-related startup company established in 2019! Employing and training unemployed coal industry workers.

We would like to introduce the case of SPARKZ(CA) entering the manufacturing of cobalt-free recycled lithium-ion batteries at the company's first manufacturing plant. A suitable location for reengineering the battery supply chain. The workers to be employed have a good knowledge and awareness of labor safety from the coal industry, which is an important factor for battery manufacturing. [Case Overview (Partial)] ■ Location: Taylor County, WV ■ Factory Building: 482,000 Sqft. repurposed former glass factory ■ Number of Employees: Ultimately 350 ■ Battery Focus: Material handling, energy storage-related, EV *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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West Virginia, with its low worker turnover rate and abundant natural resources, is ideal for manufacturing plant locations! We are currently offering explanatory materials that summarize customer feedback!

This document summarizes the locational advantages and basic information about the manufacturing industry in West Virginia. It includes a wealth of information such as access to natural resources, low turnover rates in manufacturing, the highest homeownership rate in the nation, high business survival rates, low disaster risk, strategic locations close to major markets, and robust support for the manufacturing sector. We also feature testimonials from customers who have chosen West Virginia, so please use this information when considering expansion into the manufacturing industry in the United States. [Contents] ■ Basic information about West Virginia ■ State government service support before expansion ■ State government service support after expansion ■ Locational advantages ■ Japanese companies *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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West Virginia, USA, equipped with the labor force, raw materials, and logistics network necessary for the overseas expansion of the automotive industry.

Automobile parts manufacturers around the world have discovered that the path to success leads to West Virginia. Companies that supply and support the automotive industry will find a prepared workforce equipped with the skills needed in today’s market. Furthermore, in West Virginia, there is easy access to suppliers of raw materials necessary for the automotive industry, such as steel, aluminum, and chemicals/polymers. Automakers in the state can leverage research and technology resources such as nonprofit centers for alternative fuels, the National Alternative Fuel Training Consortium, and the Robert C. Byrd Advanced Flexible Manufacturing Institute (RCBI). For more details, please download the catalog from the link below.

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Dear Sir or Madam, We hope this message finds you well and that your company continues to prosper. FUKUDA will be exhibiting at the AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING EXPOSITION 2026 YOKOHAMA. At this exhibition, we will be showcasing testing equipment such as Air Leak Tester for EV and Equipment Mounted Type Hydrogen Leak Detector. We sincerely hope you will take this opportunity to visit us. Yours sincerely, [Official Site] https://aee.expo-info.jsae.or.jp/en/yokohama/ [DATES] Wednesday, May 27, through Friday, May 29, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. [VENUE] PACIFICO Yokohama, Exhibition Hall, Booth No. ２７４ ※Online Exposition Website：Tuesday, May 19, through Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Dear Sir or Madam, We hope this message finds you well and that your company continues to prosper. FUKUDA will be exhibiting at the 28th INTERPHEX Week Tokyo. At the exhibition, we will be showcasing 100% inspection equipment compliant with Container Closure Integrity Testing (CCIT) standards, as well as sampling inspection machines. We sincerely invite you to visit our booth at this opportunity and would greatly appreciate your attendance despite your busy schedule. Yours sincerely, [Dates] May 20 (Wed) - 22 (Fri), 2026 10:00-17:00 (JST) [Venue] Makuhari Messe, Japan 8 Hall Booth No. 41 - 36

We will be exhibiting at the "Kyushu Printing Information Industry Exhibition 2026" held at the Fukuoka International Center. During the event, we will showcase various products. We invite all related parties to come together and visit us. 【Suppliers】 ・Laser-X

This year, Toyota Kikan will exhibit at the Toyota Business Fair. We will introduce products that are useful for heatstroke prevention and more. Our top recommendation is SPACECOOL. Please feel free to visit our booth! SPACECOOL is an "eco-friendly cooling solution" essential for the future of our planet's environment! Be sure to check it out. Also, take a look at the basic knowledge for heat prevention in factories moving forward.

In the operation of drawings, do you face challenges such as "taking too long to find," "uncertainty about whether it's the latest version," or "high likelihood of confirmation errors"? By utilizing CADSUPER's barcode function (optional), you can reliably connect drawings and information, allowing for a smooth advancement of DX in drawing utilization. In this seminar, we will introduce how using barcodes can change: - Drawing management and search - Confirmation and cross-checking tasks - Information collaboration with the field This content is recommended not only for existing users but also for those considering improving the efficiency of drawing operations and reducing errors.