Ichikawa’s strengths

As a comprehensive solutions company
for the press section of papermaking

Ichikawa is the only company in Japan that develops, manufactures,
and sells the press felt, shoe press belts,
and transfer belts that are indispensable in the manufacture of paper.
We will continue to provide optimal combinations
of products to meet the diverse needs of our customers.

Press felt Shoe press belt Transfer belt
Technology built up for over half a century

Since our founding in 1949, we have forged ahead as a manufacturer
that engages in research, development, and manufacturing through advanced,
specialized technology. As we move ahead, every one of our employees
will continue working to create optimal products so that we can meet
the needs of our customers through advanced technological capabilities and quality.

Global network
ICHIKAWA EUROPE GmbH (IEG)
ICHIKAWA CO.,LTD.
ICHIKAWA China Co., LTD. (ICC)
ICHIKAWA ASIA CO., LTD. (IAC)
ICHIKAWA NORTH AMERICA CORP. (INAC)

Following the establishment of a subsidiary in Thailand in July 2018,
Ichikawa now operates its subsidiaries in four countries.
We also have sales agents around
the world and conduct business with about 400 plants in over 40 countries.

Contributing to energy conservation
and environmentally friendly papermaking

The press section that squeezes moisture out of paper
in the paper manufacturing
process faces demands to squeeze out more water,
to conserve steam energy in the drying process.