Inaba Denki Sangyo to develop research facilities at Innovation Center in Higashi-Osaka
R&D FacilitiesOsaka
Inaba Denki Sangyo plans a ¥10 billion investment in research facilities at its Innovation Center in Higashi-Osaka, Osaka. Construction began in January 2026 and completion is scheduled for around summer 2027; the company expects to strengthen product development and production-system capabilities.
Company
Inaba Denki Sangyo Co., Ltd.
Investment
¥10B total
Location
Osaka, Higashi-Osaka
Capacity
Enhanced product development and production-system capabilities
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