history of technology
A history of technology that challenges nature
1920 (Taisho 9)
Its main product, wood wax, became a representative export item of natural products before the war, reaching its peak.
With three factories in Yame City, it became a leading modern industry in Yame City at the time.
With three factories in Yame City, it became a leading modern industry in Yame City at the time.
1963 (Showa 38)
We are promoting diversification through the use of natural products and have entered the food sector.
Applying wax deodorization technology, we have established a new high-quality garlic oil manufacturing plant in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture.
We are exporting our products mainly to Europe in cooperation with Takasago International Corporation, and have also developed safe and reliable feed additives.
Applying wax deodorization technology, we have established a new high-quality garlic oil manufacturing plant in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture.
We are exporting our products mainly to Europe in cooperation with Takasago International Corporation, and have also developed safe and reliable feed additives.
1970 (Showa 45)
The company relocated its head office and factory to the inland industrial park area of Aikawa-machi, Aiko-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture (a town whose name means "overlapping loves").
It has grown into a comprehensive manufacturer of animal and plant waxes.
It has grown into a comprehensive manufacturer of animal and plant waxes.

1974 (Showa 49)
Morimori Foods Industry, a vegetable extract processed food company, was established in Pingtung County in southern Taiwan, based on the "altruistic philosophy" of the Noda family motto, which aims to utilize unused resources such as non-standard onions that farmers have difficulty disposing of, and to become prosperous together with local farmers
1980 (Showa 60)
Entered the biotechnology field. Began research and development of ultra-early cancer diagnostic agents.
in the high-tech fieldJapan waxSuccessfully developed new applications for
Major information equipment manufacturers successively adopted it as a material for information recording media such as compact discs, toner for copiers, and thermal paper for fax machines.
in the high-tech fieldJapan waxSuccessfully developed new applications for
Major information equipment manufacturers successively adopted it as a material for information recording media such as compact discs, toner for copiers, and thermal paper for fax machines.
1985
We began manufacturing and selling vacuum-fried foods, which were adopted by Nissin Foods for products such as Cup Noodles.
We participated in the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) project to promote the import of animal and plant waxes.
Subsequently, we inspected the origins of animal and plant waxes in China, Mexico, Cuba, Brazil, and other countries.
We realized that governments in these countries were strongly supporting the production of animal and plant waxes, recognizing their usefulness in helping developing countries escape poverty.
We participated in the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) project to promote the import of animal and plant waxes.
Subsequently, we inspected the origins of animal and plant waxes in China, Mexico, Cuba, Brazil, and other countries.
We realized that governments in these countries were strongly supporting the production of animal and plant waxes, recognizing their usefulness in helping developing countries escape poverty.

1991
in Tsukuba Science CityCERARICA.
Participation in the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' next-generation large-scale project, the "Industrial Utilization Project for Insects," was considered. Research to utilize insects, which had been largely overlooked, was initiated.
Participation in the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' next-generation large-scale project, the "Industrial Utilization Project for Insects," was considered. Research to utilize insects, which had been largely overlooked, was initiated.
1993
Japan waxand increase imports, we promoted the planting of Japanese wax trees in the mountainous areas of Fujian Province under the direct instructions of Minister of Forestry Xu Youfang of the Ministry of Forestry, China.
We participated in the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' Insect Utilization Industry Technology Development Project. We began research based on the idea of "making use of" insects, and continued this for the next 10 years.
We participated in the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' Insect Utilization Industry Technology Development Project. We began research based on the idea of "making use of" insects, and continued this for the next 10 years.
1994
A "Beijing Representative Office" was established in the main building of the Beijing Youyen Hotel in China, with the aim of surveying plant and animal wax raw materials throughout China. A
joint Japan-China development research agreement for "Shellworm and Snow Wax" was concluded with the China Forestry Sciences, the first private international research agreement of its kind.
joint Japan-China development research agreement for "Shellworm and Snow Wax" was concluded with the China Forestry Sciences, the first private international research agreement of its kind.

1996
A rare "development and testing project for natural wax in China" at the SME level was selected for a development loan project by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
Xinleli Kangengda Biotechnology Co., Ltd. was established in Beijing as a wholly owned subsidiary to produce "snow wax" from the secretions of scale insects. It is currently operating as a local research and refining plant. Simultaneously, tree planting of Japanese laurel and privet trees is being carried out in Yunnan and Sichuan provinces with the aim of producing snow wax. The company
was selected as a panelist at the United Nations University "Zero Emissions" publication commemoration forum (attended by U.S. University President De Souza and proponents F. Kapler and G. Pauli), where they proposed a "bio-industry" using insect-based life wax =CERARICA. This is attracting attention as a truly zero-emission project.
Xinleli Kangengda Biotechnology Co., Ltd. was established in Beijing as a wholly owned subsidiary to produce "snow wax" from the secretions of scale insects. It is currently operating as a local research and refining plant. Simultaneously, tree planting of Japanese laurel and privet trees is being carried out in Yunnan and Sichuan provinces with the aim of producing snow wax. The company
was selected as a panelist at the United Nations University "Zero Emissions" publication commemoration forum (attended by U.S. University President De Souza and proponents F. Kapler and G. Pauli), where they proposed a "bio-industry" using insect-based life wax =CERARICA. This is attracting attention as a truly zero-emission project.
1997
Received the 14th International Contribution Award from Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun for its activities in job creation and forest expansion in China. The award was given because a series of Japan-China joint projects were funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) through development financing.
Obtained numerous patents related to "ultra-early cancer diagnostic drugs using oncogenic gene products."
The "Insect Secretion Wax Utilization Development Project" was recognized as a creative business activity by the Governor of Kanagawa Prefecture.
Obtained numerous patents related to "ultra-early cancer diagnostic drugs using oncogenic gene products."
The "Insect Secretion Wax Utilization Development Project" was recognized as a creative business activity by the Governor of Kanagawa Prefecture.
1998
Research and development begins on the revolutionary " CERARICA Coating," made from 100% food-grade plant ingredients that overturns conventional wisdom about paints

1999
Shiseido AYURA has launched a groundbreaking candle, "Soot-Free Aroma Candle," using "Snow Wax," which solves the biggest challenge in the candle industry: soot. It has obtained an international patent.
, the first of its kind in the history of international beekeeping, focusing on beeswax, which had not received much attention until nowCERARICAWorld No. 1 Beeswax Contest was held
, the first of its kind in the history of international beekeeping, focusing on beeswax, which had not received much attention until nowCERARICAWorld No. 1 Beeswax Contest was held
2000
After two years of development and 300 prototypes, "CERARICACoating Botanical Power," made with 100% plant-based ingredients, was completed.
At the same time, it received the "Good Design Award (New Fields Category)," a first in the history of paints, alongside NTT Docomo's i-mode.
At the same time, it received the "Good Design Award (New Fields Category)," a first in the history of paints, alongside NTT Docomo's i-mode.
2002
"CERARICACoating Pure" is
being adopted by leading construction companies in health and safety, such as Kobayashi Housing Industry and Aoki Construction. It has obtained numerous international patents.
being adopted by leading construction companies in health and safety, such as Kobayashi Housing Industry and Aoki Construction. It has obtained numerous international patents.
2003
"CERARICACoating Pure" is
the first oil-based and natural paint to receive the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Minister's certification "F☆☆☆☆".
in Nice's high-end furniture "BEMUKU"CERARICACoating Pure" is used
It is also used in YKKap's top-of-the-line door wax.
the first oil-based and natural paint to receive the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Minister's certification "F☆☆☆☆".
in Nice's high-end furniture "BEMUKU"CERARICACoating Pure" is used
It is also used in YKKap's top-of-the-line door wax.
2007
"CERARICACoating Pure" has been recognized as a technology originating in Kanagawa Prefecture that can be shared with the world, receiving the "2nd Kanagawa Standard" certification.
It will be used in waxes for people with chemical sensitivities at the Chemiless Town project by Sekisui House and Chiba University.
It will be used in waxes for people with chemical sensitivities at the Chemiless Town project by Sekisui House and Chiba University.
2010
We obtained the environmental management system standard "ISO 14001" on December 1, 2010.
We launched the NC-F series of pesticide-free waxes (undetectable) containing approximately 300 types of pesticides. Our
pesticide-free beeswax was adopted by Saishunkan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
We launched the NC-F series of pesticide-free waxes (undetectable) containing approximately 300 types of pesticides. Our
pesticide-free beeswax was adopted by Saishunkan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
2011
The Great East Japan Earthquake led to the denial of modern civilization. The Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare granted permission for the continued use of sugarcane wax as a food additive

2013
The Kita Seiwasho in Ozu City, Ehime Prefecture, has been rebuilt and reopened as the "Tsurukame Kita Factory." Japan's oldest "eco-friendly working boiler" is now operational again, and together with Japan's oldest movable bridge, "Akabashi Bridge," it has become a symbol of the local Nagahama area. Rather than relying on petroleum, the boiler is powered by biomass fuel, made from the waste extracted from hazelnuts and twigs taken together during harvesting. The ash from the hazelnuts that is finally discharged has been reused as a new glaze in collaboration with a female traditional craftsperson from Kyushu, creating beautiful new colors for pottery
2015
Amidst a major shift in automobiles, we have been working with a global manufacturer to develop natural tire products, and by using natural wax instead of petroleum wax, we have discovered that this results in tires with the same high functionality as conventional tires and outstanding gloss. Utilizing the Japan Patent Office's small and medium-sized enterprise support system, we applied for a patent for this, primarily within our own company, and obtained the patent at the end of 2019 (Patent No. 6635367)
2019
With the support of the Kanagawa Institute of Invention and Innovation, we are now able to file our own domestic trademark application. As an alternative to petroleum-based microplastic beads, we have developed new, highly deodorized, fine powder products made from carnauba, candelilla, Japan wax , rice wax, etc. These can be used in a variety of applications, including as a texture additive for creams, scrubs, mascara, and foundations
2020
CERARICA product catalog has been completely revamped, and the first technical pamphlet, "Hardness Data with Various Oils," and the second, "Melting Point Data with Various Oils," have been published. Technical information is provided to meet customer needs
2021
The third technical pamphlet, "Viscosity data with various oils," and the fourth, "Data on improving the plasticity of natural wax," have been published. Focusing on the characteristics of soft wax, the pamphlet has expanded the data that is useful for processing and compounding design.
2022
The fifth technical pamphlet, "Emulsification Data of Natural Waxes," was published, demonstrating emulsion stability in the skin care field and presenting new possibilities for natural waxes.
2023
At the cosmetics industry technology exhibition "CITE JAPAN 2023," we announced sugarcane-derived sugarcane wax and candelilla wax alternatives, promoting the shift to sustainable natural ingredients.
2024
We have begun full-scale research and development into environmentally friendly products. Based on the refining and processing technology we have cultivated over many years, we have developed new products that reduce environmental impact. We have improved candelilla wax substitutes and advanced the commercialization of highly deodorizing natural wax.
2025
The High Deodorizing Series was announced and launched at CITE JAPAN 2025. The company further improved its unique refining technology, significantly reducing the odors inherent in raw materials. This increased the flexibility of cosmetic formulations and helped customers solve their product development challenges.
