HISTORY

120 Years of Manufacturing
in Yamaguchi, Japan.

Since 1906, Hamabe Iron Works has continued
manufacturing through changing times, industries, and generations.

OUR HISTORY

Skills Passed Down
from Generation to Generation.

Hamabe Iron Works was founded in 1906
and has continued manufacturing in Yamaguchi for more than a century.

Over the years, the products we manufacture,
the industries we serve, and the equipment we use have changed.
What has remained constant is our commitment
to manufacturing and craftsmanship.

The skills and experience developed by previous generations
continue to support our machining operations today.


TIMELINE

Our 120-Year Journey


1906

MEIJI 39

Hamabe Iron Works Founded


Hamabe Iron Works was established in 1906
in the Kushigahama area of present-day Shunan City,
Yamaguchi Prefecture.


Early 1900s

TAISHO PERIOD

Manufacturing Equipment for the Brewing Industry


The company manufactured equipment used in sake brewing
and supplied products to customers in the Kyoto,
Osaka, and Kobe regions.

1943
SHOWA 18
Wartime Manufacturing

During World War II, the factory was designated
for wartime production.

1976
SHOWA 51
Factory Relocated to the Present Site

As the previous factory became too small
and the surrounding environment changed,
operations were fully relocated
to the present site in Minatomachi, Shunan.

1998
HEISEI 10
Business Passed to the Third Generation

Management of the company was passed
to the third generation,
continuing the family manufacturing tradition.

2021
REIWA 3
Incorporated as Hamabe Iron Works Co., Ltd.

The business was incorporated
and passed to the fourth generation.

2026
120TH ANNIVERSARY
120 Years Since Our Founding

Hamabe Iron Works marks its 120th anniversary
while continuing to develop its manufacturing capabilities
for the next generation.

NEXT GENERATION

Building on 120 Years
of Manufacturing Experience.

The manufacturing industry continues to change,
but the importance of reliable craftsmanship remains.

Hamabe Iron Works will continue to preserve
the skills developed over generations
while responding to new manufacturing requirements.

We aim to carry our experience forward
and continue supporting industrial manufacturing
from Yamaguchi, Japan.

CONTACT

Manufacturing Inquiries

Please contact us regarding machining,
custom components, and manufacturing requirements.


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