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Craft, factory and place.
Karimoku began as a timber business in 1940 and grew into one of Japan’s largest furniture makers. Its factories control drying, machining, upholstery and finishing across specialised sites.
- 1940
A timber business begins
Karimoku starts with wood before moving into furniture.
- 1962
The K Chair launches
The compact lounge chair becomes a lasting Japanese design.
- Today
Integrated furniture production
Specialist factories manage drying, machining, upholstery and finish.
