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Approaching the Greatness of Japan's Advanced Technology-Packed "MOON-TECH®"!

2024.07.26

Continuously creating cutting-edge technology daily, Toray Industries, Inc. has launched a spin-off venture called "MOONRAKERS," which refers to "fools who chase unreachable dreams." This project embodies the belief that one must not be bound by conventional wisdom to revolutionize society and industry.

Among their product lineup, the "MOON-TECH®" T-shirt stands out, garnering attention from many brands and companies. This T-shirt is packed with functionalities and incorporates cutting-edge technologies from renowned Japanese tech companies, including Toray, JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency), and Komatsu Matere.

From their extraordinary craftsmanship to their unique business model as a spin-off from a large corporation, their operations are nothing short of exceptional and unique. We had the opportunity to speak with the company's representative, Makoto Nishida, delving into their manufacturing process and entrepreneurial philosophy.

PROFILE

Makoto Nishida

Makoto Nishida, President & CEO of MOONRAKERS TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd., a spin-off venture from Toray

After joining Toray, he engaged in materials development and, in his 20s, ventured into a new business with advanced fleece materials. Achieving a significant milestone by clinching a major contract through direct sales to Uniqlo, he further planned a sewn product ODM business using advanced materials, expanding it to a 5 billion-yen scale within seven years. Subsequently, he embarked on a D2C business with advanced materials under the "MOONRAKERS" project, successfully launching the business. In 2023, he spun off the project into an independent venture to pursue further growth.