Announcement of Joint Exhibition by Prince Tack and Prince Kinocross at the "New Functional Materials Exhibition 2026" (January 28 (Wed) - 30 (Fri), 2026)

No more plastic needed! Perfect for online shopping! A "paper cushioning envelope" that spreads out like a net and gently wraps and protects products like a hammock.

This is an ALL-paper "Paper Net Envelope" that responds to the global trend of reducing plastic. The cardboard boxes used for online shopping are bulky and do not fit in mailboxes, which is a problem. Thick paper envelopes made of coated board can fit in mailboxes, but thicker ones are difficult to insert and lack cushioning, limiting their use mainly to documents. On the other hand, envelopes lined with bubble cushioning material that has an air layer with bumps provide good cushioning, but the issue is the effort required for sorting during disposal. Therefore, by expanding a mesh-like paper sheet inside the envelope, we discovered that it is possible to achieve both cushioning and strength with an ALL-paper product, thanks to the softness of the paper and the strength of its structure. 【Features】 - No need for sorting during disposal - Easy disposal and recyclability - Achieves both cushioning and strength even with ALL-paper materials For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

• Paper and pulp products
• Other packaging materials

A synthetic paper label tack that reduces plastic usage by approximately 20-46% while maintaining the thickness of the surface substrate film!

"Reduced plastic synthetic paper tack" is an environmentally friendly tack paper. 1. Environmental consideration through plastic reduction. 2. It has water resistance, durability, and printability equivalent to current products.

• plastic
• Paper and pulp products
• Resin container

This is a material that is environmentally friendly and made primarily from natural pulp, designed to reduce plastic usage.

This is a bulky sheet made using pulp as the main raw material and a dry manufacturing method that does not use water. 【Features】 (1) Thick and has very high absorbency and water retention (2) Very large voids (easy for plant roots to take hold) (3) Suitable for shock absorption and scratch prevention during packaging (4) Can be disposed of as combustible waste 【Product Grades (3 types)】 (1) Biodegradable type (composed of biodegradable materials) (2) Hydrolyzable type (quickly hydrolyzes in water, meets various hydrolyzable standards) (3) Biodegradable and hydrolyzable type Customization is possible according to your needs, including thickness, density, weight (in pounds per unit area), coloring, and deodorizing properties. It can be widely used for agricultural materials, toilet cleaning sheets, cushioning and packaging materials, hygiene and cosmetic base materials (puffs), and more. For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Paper and pulp products

It is a non-woven fabric material that can be processed through thermoforming, sewing, and welding, primarily made from cellulose and PLA. It has a gentle texture mainly derived from pulp.

"Kinari-to" is a plant-based sheet that can be heat-formed, sewn, and welded. It is made from wood, has a natural texture and gentle feel, and can combine wood fibers with various materials. - Certified with a 95% biomass mark. 【Features】 ≪Plastic-free≫ It does not use fossil resource-derived plastics and utilizes plant-based raw materials. ≪Biodegradable≫ The cellulose and biomass plastics used as raw materials are biodegradable. They can decompose under certain conditions and return to nature. ≪Possible to blend powders, etc.≫ It can incorporate functional powders such as deodorants, as well as unused biomass like tea leaves and coffee grounds. ≪Shape flexibility≫ It can be heat-pressed into various shapes using standard molding machines for resin sheets. Additionally, it is possible to create bag-shaped items through sewing or welding. ≪Other features≫ Provides cushioning and shock absorption through the airlaid method. Excellent breathability and moisture retention. Functional properties such as deodorization and moisture absorption can also be added. For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Paper and pulp products

It's pulp, but it doesn't absorb water!?

Remarkably, we have developed a water-repellent sound-absorbing material made of pulp non-woven fabric that completely floats on water and even rises when pressed down with a finger. This sound-absorbing material, characterized by its almost non-existent water absorption, is made from a porous material called "airlaid based on pulp." It is ideal for areas where water absorption is not acceptable. Specifically, it is suitable for sound-absorbing materials covering components that may condense or in environments with high humidity. Our manufacturing method uses pulp as the main raw material to create a porous structure with a high bulk and void ratio that absorbs sound. Among porous sound-absorbing materials, the surface of natural pulp not only has a special structure called microfibrils but also, due to its hollow structure, secures air layers within the fibers, which is expected to provide unique sound-absorbing effects different from other materials.

• Wood products
• Paper and pulp
• Paper and pulp products

It is a fluffy felt-touch non-woven fabric for air raid that is actively used in unseen areas, from household goods to agricultural and industrial materials.

The web is formed using the airlaid method, which disperses pulp fibers and other materials in the air rather than in water. This allows for the creation of a bulky web. While maintaining the bulkiness of the web, a water-based adhesive (binder) is uniformly sprayed using a unique method, and after a drying process, it is turned into sheets. The binder can be selected based on its application, considering factors such as food compatibility and strength. Products include "Kinocross," which is made from wood pulp as the main raw material; "Palkross," which has a layer of low-weight rayon fibers on the surface of Kinocross; "Haikross," which incorporates synthetic fibers; and "B-SAP," which contains polymer absorbents. It is also characterized by the ability to color in relatively small lots. Ipros introduces processed products based on "Kinocross," "Palkross," and "Haikross." *For more details, please visit the official website http://www.kinocloth.co.jp. *Some TDS non-woven fabrics, such as "Soft Sheet," are also included.

• Paper and pulp
• Paper and pulp products
• Organic Natural Materials

[Lecturer] Professor Hiroyuki Kato, Faculty of Sociology, Department of Social Policy Science, Hosei University [Key Lecture Content] In this lecture, I will introduce perspectives on the shipbuilding industry. Japan's shipbuilding industry has a long history and can be seen as a "microcosm" of Japanese industry. Within about ten years after World War II, Japan's shipbuilding industry became the world leader in construction volume, and at one point, the construction volume of the seven major domestic companies accounted for more than half of the world's share. Although it has since been surpassed in construction volume by latecomers such as South Korea and China, it still maintains a certain level of competitiveness. Reflecting on the path taken by the shipbuilding industry, which serves as a "microcosm," the reasons for its continued strength, and the challenges it currently faces may provide insights when considering the future of various Japanese industries. [Lecture Items] 1. Characteristics of the shipbuilding industry 2. Shipyards seen through photos and videos 3. The shipbuilding industry depicted in films 4. Why is it still strong? 5. Points to consider for future developments 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Maho Tanaka, Manager, Strategy Group, Business Consulting Division, Accenture Japan Ltd. [Key Lecture Content] AI is evolving beyond a mere tool for operational efficiency to become an entity responsible for execution, including information acquisition, comparison, judgment, contracts, and purchasing. As actions initiated by dialogues with general-purpose AI chatbots like ChatGPT become mainstream, corporate information is not reaching users directly, and the structure where decision-making and execution are completed on AI is rapidly expanding. In this lecture, based on this irreversible change, we will organize the reality that the competitive axis of companies is shifting from "appealing to consumers" to "how AI understands, selects, and executes." Furthermore, we will explain the key points of strategic transformation that management should consider in the era of agent-based AI, from organizing the information structure cited by AI to designing touchpoints that reclaim the initiative for judgment and execution for the company. [Lecture Items] 1. The impact of AI on information search and access 2. The impact on corporate marketing and communication 3. The ideal direction for corporate communication in the AI era 4. Introduction of our company’s case studies 5. Q&A session

The overall theme of the webinar is: "The Two Barriers Hindering Automation in Food Factories" "Case Studies on Access Control and AI Image Recognition" Our company will be the first to present. For more details, please visit our website!

[Speaker] Yuki Kobayashi, CEO/Co-Founder of MESON Inc. [Key Lecture Content] In this presentation, we will explore "AI glasses," which have recently begun to attract significant attention as the next-generation user interface, explaining their essence and business impact. We will clarify the differences from previous XR devices and organize representative products currently available, while interpreting why AI glasses are becoming a realistic option against the backdrop of the evolution of generative AI and changes in societal acceptance. Furthermore, through market expansion and case studies primarily overseas, we will demonstrate why the years 2026 to 2028 will be a turning point for technology and business, and discuss the issues and risks that Japanese companies should currently address. [Lecture Items] 1. What are AI glasses? 2. Why AI glasses now? 3. Changes happening globally 4. How AI glasses will change work 5. Experience design as a decisive factor 6. The turning point for Japanese companies (Closing) 7. Q&A / Business card exchange *The content of the lecture may change based on the latest trends.

[Speaker] Andy Mochizuki, Director, Deloitte Tohmatsu TMT Division / Monitor Deloitte [Key Lecture Content] In an era where thinking is commoditized by AI, the source of value is determined not by "information" but by "existence," that is, "the meaning of your being." This course will start from the environmental changes surrounding the AI era, exploring the concept of redesigning work in a purpose-driven manner, the type of thinking required in the AI era (QADI cycle), and delving into the absolute differentiating factor that only humans possess—"embodiment." We will update our sense of purpose in the AI era and our collaborative relationship with AI, initiating a transformation to "live anew" from here. [Lecture Items] 1. Mapping Environmental Changes - "From the Era of Information Asymmetry to the Era of Existence Asymmetry" 2. Redesigning Work in a "Purpose-Driven" Manner 3. The "Thinking Models" Necessary in the AI Era 4. The "Body" as an Absolute Differentiating Factor 5. How to "Live Anew" in the Coming AI Era 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange