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as of July 31, 2025

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CAE Solution Corporation. Focus Technical Center

Major field: IT

Development, sale and consulting of various CAE software

Overview

As a leading company in analysis software in Japan, we are engaged in sales of analysis software, training of analysis software, technical support of analytical software, contract analysis analysis and consignment development.
For everyone who uses analysis software in Japan, we provide all kinds of technology to make smooth use.

Product / Service / PR

    We handle various analysis software, such as heat, fluid, structure, resin, signal processing, sound, electromagnetic field, fire and evacuation.
    In addition, we are introducing Open Souse CAE as well as commercial software and CROUD CAE, uses analysis environment with external calculation resources.
Address: Computational Science Center Bldg 2F, 7-1-28, Minatoshima Minami-machi, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo-ken, 650-0047, Japan  (Contact Person  Hiroyuki TAKURA)
TEL: +81-78-303-3558 FAX: +81-78-303-3559
Web site: https://www.cae-sc.com/ E-mail: focus@cae-sc.com

CarbGeM Inc.

Major field: Outsourcing Business for Hospital

Miner field: Medical Equipment

Miner field: IT

Overview

Our technology enables increased efficiency in microbiological testing and medical workflows. By combining cutting-edge AI image analysis and automation technologies, we provide fast and accurate results.
Particularly, our AI solution supports bacterial classification and species estimation, enabling high-quality analysis without the need for skilled professionals. We achieve unparalleled flexibility and precision, making our technology suitable for both research and diagnostics.

Product / Service / PR

    Our products and services enhance diagnostic support, research efficiency, and standardization and automation of quality control in the life sciences field.
    By resolving issues such as a shortage of skilled technicians and regional disparities, we contribute to delivering precise and rapid results that support medical and industrial fields. Furthermore, by utilizing AI technology and digital platforms, we strengthen collaboration among researchers and healthcare professionals, helping to address global challenges.

    Life Science DX/AI Solutions(Japanese only)
     https://carbgem.com/product/dx_ai-solution/

    BiTTE-Urine: AI Software for Bacterial Species Estimation in Infectious Diseases
    (Regulated Medical Software)(Japanese only)
     https://carbgem.com/product/bitte-urine/

    CarbConnect: Cloud-Based AI Image Analysis Platform
     https://carbgem.com/en/product-en/carbconnect-en/

    PoCGS-Pro: Automated Gram Staining Device (Medical Equipment)(Japanese only)
     https://carbgem.com/product/pocgs-pro/

    SOLTIMO-M: Microbial Susceptibility Analysis System(Japanese only)
     https://carbgem.com/product/soltimo/

    MGM:Bacterial Growth Monitor(Research Use Only)
     https://carbgem.com/en/bacteria-growth-monitor-ie-en/

    BiTTE®-iE:Microbial Estimation AI Software(Research Use Only )
     https://carbgem.com/en/product-en/bitte-ie-en/

    PoCGS-iE: Automated Gram Staining Device (Research Use Only )
     https://carbgem.com/en/product-en/pocgs-ie-en/
Address: 1-5-13 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0041, Japan  (Contact Person  Rie Toyoda)
TEL: 03-6431-8148
Web site: https://carbgem.com/en/ E-mail: info@carbgem.com

Cardio Inc.

Major field: Medical Equipment

R&D of cardiovascular regenerative medicine

Overview

We research and develop medical devices to treat the cardiac diseases and health care products which are based on the research of regenerative medicine. We also do the import and sale business of medical devices.

Product / Service / PR

    The section of R&D Medical Device : 「Quad Holder」 is on the market, and several devices are under development. The section of import and sale of Medical Device : 「Excor Pediatric ventricular assist device」 and 「EZ-Regular」 is on the market.
Address: Creative Lab for Innovation in Kobe(CLIK)3F 6-3-7 Minatojima-Minamimachi Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0047, Japan  (Contact Person  Shinichi Sawada)
TEL: +81-78-304-6101 FAX: +81-78-304-6103
E-mail: s-sawada@cardio.co.jp

Carna Biosciences, Inc.

Major field: Drug Discovery

Miner field: Genomics

Miner field: Contract Research

Drug discovery business and drug discovery support business

Overview

Carna Biosciences, Inc. is a biotech company established in April 2003 in Kobe as a spin-off company from Japanese research unit of NV Organon and is listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange JASDAQ Growth.
We conduct research and development to discover novel kinase inhibitors and provide drug discovery supporting services based on the drug discovery platform technology that have been acquired through many years of research and development experiences.

Product / Service / PR

    Carna Biosciences is focused on the discovery and development of kinase inhibitor drugs to treat serious unmet medical needs in oncology, autoimmune and neurological diseases by inhibiting kinases that are important drivers for those diseases.
    Carna Biosciences also provides high quality kinase proteins, accurate screening and profiling services, assay kits and assay development that satisfy customer needs, and cell-based assay services, playing an important role in kinase inhibitor drug discovery conducted by global pharmaceutical companies.
Address: BMA 3F, 1-5-5, Minatojima-Minamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0047  (Contact Person  Corporate Planning)
TEL: +81-78-302-7039 FAX: +81-78-302-6665
Web site: https://www.carnabio.com/english/ E-mail: ir-team@carnabio.com

Chimera Co.,Ltd.

Major field: Production Equipment

Miner field: Medical Equipment

Ultra-precision metal machining at the micron level, precision mold & prototype components manufacturing

Overview

We are a precision mold component manufacturer specializing in ultra-precision metal machining at the micron level. By combining IT technology with skilled craftsmanship, we deliver short lead times, high quality, and cost efficiency, serving diverse industries such as automotive, medical, aerospace, and industrial machinery. We have obtained ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and JIS Q 9100 certifications, earning high trust from both domestic and international clients.

Product / Service / PR

    We offer ultra-precision machining technology with ±0.5μm accuracy for the medical device industry. Our capabilities include manufacturing micro-scale components such as microneedles and micro forceps, with rapid prototyping available in as little as two days. From the research and development stage, we are equipped to meet the advanced requirements of the medical field.
Address: Postal Code 050-0052 24-16 Kagawacho, Muroran, Hokkaido  (Contact Person  Hiroyuki Ogino)
TEL: 0143-55-5293 FAX: 0143-55-5295
Web site: https://www.chimera.co.jp/en/ E-mail: ogino@chimera.co.jp

COMNET Corporation

Major field: Distributor

Miner field: Contract Research

Providing equipment for test or design of medical devices (membership-based support)

COSANA Corporation

Major field: Cosmetic

Sale of health food cyclic oligosaccharide and functional cosmetics

COSANA Corporation Sports & Healthcare

Major field: Other

Cosmo Beauty Co., Ltd.

Major field: Cosmetic

Miner field: Material and Chemical Products

Miner field: Production Equipment

Overview

As a company that started out as a chemical product manufacturer in 1949, we have evolved with the time and with the needs of the public to become a cosmetics manufacturer in 1986. Since then we have expanded from our main market of cosmetics to manufacturer of medicine and quasi-drugs. As a professional OEM and ODM manufacturer, we have maximized our knowledge and know-how from our extensive experiences to create popular products and business opportunities for our customers. With our ability to maneuver through ever changing markets, we can propose new concepts based on our customers’ ideas and needs to quickly turn them into a reality. Our strength is in our ability to be a one-stop finished goods manufacturer.

Product / Service / PR

    Manufacture, import and export sales of medicines, quasi-drugs, cosmetics and animal quasi-drugs.
    Manufacturer of household dish detergents, laundry detergents, furniture cleansers, fabric softener and air fresheners.
    Manufacturer of waxes for the household furniture and cars and automobile lubricants.
    Manufacturer of detergents for clothing, automobile and other industrial goods.
    Import and export of component materials, raw materials and products.
Address: 7-1-17 Minatojimaminamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture 

Cosmos Corporation

Major field: Patent

Certification of controlled medical devices and safety regulations application services

Overview

Cosmos Corporation is a Registered Certification Body (third party certification body) authorized by the Ministry of Health, Labor & Welfare under the amended Pharmaceutical Affairs Law (Registration ID: AG).
Our professional staffs are familiar with various types of medical device, conduct assessment accurately and speedily, and issue certificates necessary for you to market controlled medical devices in Japan.

Product / Service / PR

    【Scope of certification for controlled medical devices under the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law】
    ・Active implantable medical devices
    ・Single-use medical devices
    ・Anesthetic and respiratory equipment
    ・Household electric massaging machines, household electric therapy equipment
     and its related equipment
    ・Dental devices
    ・Medical electrical equipment
    ・Facility equipment
    ・Non-active implantable medical devices
    ・Hearing aid
    ・Ophthalmic and vision equipment
    ・Radiology and image diagnosis equipment
    ・Reusable medical devices
Address: 718-1, Katsurase-cho, Matsusaka-shi, Mie-ken 515-1104, Japan  (Contact Person  Mariko Yasui(Ms.))
TEL: +81-598-30-5225 FAX: +81-598-30-5571
Web site: http://www.safetyweb.co.jp/ E-mail: sales@cosmos-corp.com