The do-it-yourself (DIY) home center industry first reached Japan in 1972. Kohnan pioneered the development of the home center network, and entered this emerging market in 1978.Since then we have become a driving force in the Kinki region’s DIY market, and have been enjoying continued growth as one of the industry’s leading companies.Throughout our history, Kohnan has consistently acted to preserve our own philosophy of store creation. This philosophy is based on providing a uniquely Japanese DIY experience, coupled with individualized customer service that is based on effective interpersonal communication.Of equal importance to the Kohnan experience is the variety of services we offer, and the product development we pursue, all under the motto of providing an ‘extensive selection of high-quality products at the best possible prices.’ In addition to our long-standing efforts to promote and enhance DIY culture in Japan, we have also come to play the role of ‘home hardware expert’ to our customers, helping lead the way to richer, and more comfortable, homes and lifestyles. In the future we will continue to meet challenges head on, as we strive to open up new fields of corporate activity.