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We, the Asahi Kasei Group, contribute to life and living for people around the world, meeting the needs of society in every era. From our beginnings as a chemical company using hydroelectric power for ammonia synthesis, we have expanded and grown to encompass the sectors of chemicals & fibers, homes and construction materials, electronics, and healthcare.
Today, great changes are taking place in the economic and social environment in which we do business. To contribute to life and living in this age, we are working to create new value for the people of the world and take the lead in solving the world’s problems, focusing on social progress in harmony with the natural environment and enabling individuals to live in health and comfort. Living in an age of upheaval is the all the more reason for us to use the comprehensive strengths of the Asahi Kasei Group to pioneer a brighter future by “creating for tomorrow.”
| Company name | Asahi Kasei Corp. |
|---|---|
| Founding | May 21, 1931 |
| Tokyo Head Office | 1-105 Kanda Jinbocho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-8101 Japan |
| President | Taketsugu Fujiwara |
| Paid-in capital | 103,389 million yen |
| Outstanding shares | 1,402,616 thousand |
| Total assets | 1,425,879 million yen |
| Fiscal year | April 1 to March 31 |
| Employees (consolidated) | 25,016 |
| Telephone number | +81-3-3296-3000 |
| URL | http://www.asahi-kasei.co.jp/  |
As of 31 March 2011
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For information on the Asahi Kasei Group’s expanding global network and major offices, please see the Asahi Kasei corporate website.
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