2022.04.07
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Visiting a Town with Mitsubishi Materials 〜Tsukuba Plant edition〜
Ms. Stride, a woman traveling across Japan, visits a town where a Mitsubishi Materials Group hub is located.
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Ms. Stride
A woman in her late twenties who enjoys factory tours and strolls around town.
Tsukuba Plant edition
In this edition, we will introduce the town where Mitsubishi Materials’ Tsukuba Plant, which supports the company’s metalworking business, is located.
The Tsukuba Plant is located in a place full of natural beauty, from which Mount Tsukuba, whose fame is exemplified by the old saying, “Fuji in the west, Tsukuba in the east,” can be seen.
It was fully relocated from Tokyo to Joso-shi, Ibaraki, in 1992, and celebrated its 30th year of operations in April 2022.
It was fully relocated from Tokyo to Joso-shi, Ibaraki, in 1992, and celebrated its 30th year of operations in April 2022.
What we are making here
Inserts
Cutting tips for cemented carbide tools used in machining metal materials to make automobile and airplane parts, etc.
Cutting tips for cemented carbide tools used in machining metal materials to make automobile and airplane parts, etc.
Mount Tsukuba
The employees of the Tsukuba Plant also find memories of Mount Tsukuba, which was the site of recreation and training sessions in the past.
Ishige Dango
You need to check out the local stores Harukoya and Yutakaya, famous for their specialty dango that uses lots of smooth bean paste!
Science City
As a result of the planned relocation and construction of national testing and research institutes, the city has become a world-renowned science and technology hub home to organizations including JAXA and the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan.
The biggest Science City in Japan!
Finally entering the Tsukuba Plant!
The Tsukuba Plant is among Mitsubishi Materials’ biggest manufacturing hubs, with a total of around 850 employees (including dispatch workers) and a site area of 13,600 m2. Inside, world-class technology is used to research and develop carbide materials and tool geometry, including inserts.
A long production line
It's biggest feature is the integrated production line located in East Building No. 2. It handles all processes in turning raw materials into finished products. This enables personnel savings and highly efficient production!
Employee welfare facilities includea clinic and a sports ground
The Plant features a rich variety of employee welfare facilities including a clinic, sports ground, and tennis court. In addition to internal medicine, employees can also get checked by a dentist at the clinic. This is an environment where everyone can work safely and comfortably!
The employees’ welfare facilities are among Mitsubishi Materials’ best!
Inserts
The inserts manufactured by Mitsubishi Materials Corporation have the top share in Japan! We are focused on meeting customers’ needs and delivering high-quality products.
Attach to the tip of a carbide tool!
Row of cherry blossoms
In Spring, you can enjoy these blossoming cherry trees on your way to work!
Guide
Manager, Process Control Sect., Production Control Dept.
Atsushi Shimboya
Joined the company in 1986. He is involved in progress management and improvement
activities for the manufacture of inserts. He was transferred to Tsukuba when the Plant relocated from Tokyo. His recommended local gourmet restaurant is the steakhouse “Nikunobannin.”
activities for the manufacture of inserts. He was transferred to Tsukuba when the Plant relocated from Tokyo. His recommended local gourmet restaurant is the steakhouse “Nikunobannin.”
Guide
General Affairs Section, Administrative Department
Makiko Osumi
She joined the company in 2020 and was assigned to the Tsukuba Plant. She is engaged in a wide variety of work as a member of the Plant’s Administrative Department, including general and legal affairs and public relations.
