OUR MISSION & CORE VALUES
The ships we build carry more than cargo - they carry new possibilities to new places and new people.
As the world continues to evolve at speed, so do the values society demands.
To meet those expectations, we continuously push the boundaries of technology and innovation.
By creating value that moves the world forward, we will continue building ships that only we can create.
BRAND VISION
As a company proudly rooted in Shimonoseki, we are committed to contributing to the growth of our local community and economy.
Through distinctive technology and trusted craftsmanship, we strive to lead Japan’s small- and medium-sized shipbuilding industry while delivering new value to the world.
We will continue to be a front-runner in shipbuilding - creating ships that only we can build.
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
HEADING TO BE CENTENNIAL
For many decades, Kyokuyo Shipyard Corporation has been producing unique high value-added vessels in a wide variety of designs with one goal in mind: to be the "only one" company that is one step ahead of our competitors.
With our comprehensive strengths (sales, design, engineering, and financial capabilities) developed over our long history, we are steadily increasing our presence in global niche markets by proposing and building advanced vessels that meet the needs of our customers.
Inside the company, we support our employees in realizing their dreams and goals so that they can always feel a sense of fulfillment, motivation, and accomplishment. We also endeavor to create a system that allows everybody working here to share a sense of unity as members of Team Kyokuyo, in a safe and clean environment.
We started our business at Shimonoseki in 1942. Under our unwavering management goals, we will carry on our voyage even in severe sea conditions, heading to become a "100-year Company" that is loved and relied on by the local community.
Thank you for your continuous support and encouragement. We look forward to sailing together with you!
Katsuhiko Ochi
President
KYOKUYO'S CORE VALUES
PROPELLED BY INNOVATION
We continue to evolve as forward-looking challengers, driven by a passion to create new value through innovation.
A RELENTLESS PURSUIT OF TECHNOLOGY
To respond to every customer need with precision and reliability, we relentlessly pursue new technologies every day.
EMBRACE WHAT EXCITES US
We are driven by curiosity, excitement, and the courage to take on new challenges. That spirit is the secret behind the value only we can create.
"TEAM KYOKUYO"
We are TEAM KYOKUYO - a team that respects, challenges, and elevates one another. With a commitment to giving our all, we take on every challenge together.
FROM SHIMONOSEKI TO THE WORLD
From Shimonoseki - the place that shaped us - we deliver meaningful value to the world. Together with our community, we will continue building a richer future.
SERIOUS ABOUT CRAFT. SINCERE WITH PEOPLE.
We treat customers, partners, and colleagues with honesty and respect. And we approach shipbuilding with dedication and integrity - that is who we are.
ALWAYS WITH GRATITUDE
Never forgetting our gratitude to customers, colleagues, families, and the local community, we approach every task with sincerity and purpose.
CORPORATE NEWS
Builder of Advanced Merchant Ships
KYOKUYO SHIPYARD CORPORATION
8-7, Chofu Minatomachi, Shimonoseki, 752-0953 Yamaguchi, Japan
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