

Nearly a century and a half ago in 1872, Kumanoya began importing Western paints at a time when only natural dyes and pigments were available in Japan. We were among the first to realize that paints could be used not only to apply color, but through the power of chemistry could also function to prevent rust and corrosion. At the time, the word for "paint" (toryou) did not even exist in Japan, and Kumanoya was the first to use it. Ourperspective in looking far ahead while at the same time maintaining a broad field of view has remained the same ever since our founding. With our ability to find accurate solutions to problems, we have continued to give paints new functions as we paint over conventional ideas. Different paint types are used depending on the material being painted, and the functions required of a paint as well depend on the location and conditions where it is used. Consideration must also be given to the surrounding environment. It is the mission of Kumanoya to consider and identify all these factors, and apply our power of imagination and creativity to provide proposals that exceed the customers' expectations. In all areas, including the future, the places where our customers’ products are used, the factors that affect these products, and the effects that these products have, we will continue to always look 100 steps ahead.
We provide state-of-the-art optimal solutions by variety of coating products for material protection and surface treatment.
Name | KUMANOYA CORPORATION |
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Founded | January 1872 |
Address | 4-5-12 Nihombashi-honcho, Chuo, Tokyo 103-0023 |
Capital | 62.3 million yen |
Representative | Takamichi Naka, President |
Employees | 37 (as of October 2020) |
Main banks | Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Mizuho Bank, Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ, Resona Bank |
Affiliated industry organizations |
Japan Paint Manufacturers Association, others |


The new logo mark that was created in June 2015 features a symbolic design of the "K" from Kumanoya, in dark blue color, symbolizing history and traditions, combined with a rich red color suggesting advancement and innovation. The iconic bear of our trademark expresses the company's approach of always pushing to the forefront of the times with a solid business footing.

Tokyo | 4-5-12 Nihombashi-honcho, Chuo, Tokyo 103-0023 Tel: +81-3-3231-5240 Fax: +81-3-3231-5293 |
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Kitakanto | NKC Bldg. 502, 1-2-43 Jonan, Mito, Ibaraki 310-0803 Tel: +81-29-215-9521 Fax: +81-29-215-9522 |
Kuki | 23-1 Shobucho Showanuma, Kuki, Saitama 346-0101 Tel: +81-480-38-6051 Fax: +81-480-38-6052 |
Kimitsu NS | Keiyokimitsu Bldg. 208 1-3-3 Takayanagi, Kisarazu, Chiba 299-1144 Tel: +81-439-29-5561 Fax: +81-439-29-5562 |
Meishin | Links Bldg. 3F 19-10 Nishinosho, Otsu, Shiga 525-0818 Tel: +81-77-548-8666 Fax: +81-77-548-8667 |
Hiroshima | Aphrodite 301 2-14 Kinyacho, Hiroshima Minami-ku, Hiroshima 737-0004 Tel: +81-82-567-4200 Fax: +81-82-567-4211 |
Yangon (Myanmar) |
Kumanoya KTM Co.,Ltd. Building-2 Room001, Mingalar Sin Min Housing, Ahlone T/S,Yangon, Myanmar C/O Kyaw Two Marine Co., Ltd, |

East Japan Distribution Center
/ Laboratory
23-1 Shobucho Showanuma,
Kuki, Saitama 346-0101
Tel: +81-480-38-6051
Fax: +81-480-38-6052
/ Laboratory
23-1 Shobucho Showanuma,
Kuki, Saitama 346-0101
Tel: +81-480-38-6051
Fax: +81-480-38-6052
West Japan Distribution Center
6-2-10 Aga-minami, Kure,
Hiroshima 737-0004
Tel: +81-823-36-5105
Fax: +81-823-74-2101
6-2-10 Aga-minami, Kure,
Hiroshima 737-0004
Tel: +81-823-36-5105
Fax: +81-823-74-2101
During the 148 years since our founding, Kumanoya has traveled the long road of our history together with our customers. We have gained experience and expertise, and brought new functions and value into being. We will continue to paint over conventional ideas as we travel into the future.
January 1872 Naka Manbe Shoten (predecessor of Kumanoya) was founded. |
1915 The partnership firm was founded. |
January 1934 The joint-stock company was founded. |
May 1968 Capital reached 19.8 million yen.v |
pril 1969 The Sales Division (KUMANOYA CORPORATION) and Real Estate Division (Hongin Co., Ltd.) became separate companies. |
April 1992 Event held to commemorate the 120th Anniversary of Kumanoya. |
June 2014 Kumanoya became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hongin. |
June 2015 Hongin absorbed and merged with Kumanoya, adopting "KUMANOYA CORPORATION" as the company name and creating a new logo mark. |
April 2016 The East Japan and West Japan Distribution Centers were established to improve logistics functions. The Meishin Office and Overseas Sales Division were created to strengthen sales capabilities. |
June 2016 Capital reached 39.80 million yen as a result of the 2015 merger. |
December 2016 Established local subsidiary Kumanoya KTM Co.,Ltd.in Yangon,Myanmar. |
December 2017 Capital 62.3million yen. |
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