Nishimoto HR Brochure

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CONTENTS02030405

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Message from Human Resources

About Us

Our Cultures and Values

Our Vision

Our Private Brands

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Meet Our Employees

Corporate Structure

NTC Branch Locations

Global Network

Corporate Profile

Group History

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Message from Human Resources

Greetings to all prospective candidates!

First, we would like to thank you for your interest in working at Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. The mission of the Human Resources Department is to attract and retain qualified and dedicated employees whose work will benefit the company, themselves, and our customers. The Human Resources Department is here to provide leadership in the development and maintenance of a comprehensive structure of programs, practices, services, administration, and communication strategies to attract, hire, retain, support, and develop employees.

Furthermore, the Human Resources Department is committed to ensuring prompt quality service to all Nishimoto faculty and staff, and other individuals who request our services in the performance of their jobs. This includes all areas of Human Resource processing, i.e. Employment; Employee Benefits; Payroll and Personnel Input; Employee Relations; Risk Management; Workers Compensation; and Staff Training and Development. Our goal is to provide service in a professional and timely manner.

Again, thank you for your interest in working at Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd., and best of luck to you during the recruitment process!

Human Resources Department

“Since our establishment, Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd.

has become one of the leading distributors of Asian Food

products. We are determined to excel in meeting any

and all expectations. We strive to provide an atmosphere

where each employee is considered to be an important

contributor to the success of the Company and is able to

achieve personal growth.”

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About UsNishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. was first founded in 1912 in Japan. We are known as one of the

oldest and most experienced importer and distributor of Asian food products in North America. Our growth and success can also be attributed to the continued support and cooperation of our customers and suppliers.

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. is known for producing the “Shirakiku” brand products. The Shirakiku name brand became popular in many Japanese households from the very start and is now recognized as a brand of choice nationwide. We provide customers with a comprehensive range of items. With over 6,000 items, we carry every imaginable product in this industry.

At Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. we strive to assure our customers that every aspect of our business is important to us.

From receiving to delivering to maintaining a controlled warehousing facility for the purpose of meeting and exceeding the needs of our valued customers, we are constantly monitoring our products to ensure that we are in compliance with state and federal regulations, meet health and safety regulations, and provide the highest quality to our customers. Our goal is to satisfy the evolving needs of our customers by providing unparalleled service and superior products to them.

As we celebrate our 100 year anniversary, we will continue to have close relationships with our customers and suppliers that we have worked in the past and work together to further develop high quality and innovative product, assure a stable supply of product and provide better service to our clients and customers.

We will continue to grow our service throughout the world to have a global presence. We look forward to serving our customers and clients with more quality service and we will always preserve the competitive and entrepreneurial energy that has enabled our company to grow and succeed, and we will carry it with us into the future!

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Our Cultures & ValuesOur Culture

We build and strengthen customer relationships one transaction at a time

We do the right thing because it is the right thing to do

Our brand is our most valuable asset

Our ValuesWhat is good for our customers

What is good for our employees

What can we do to provide better service

Food safety is our utmost concern

At Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. we strive to assure our customers that every aspect of our business from receiving to delivery to maintaining a controlled warehousing facility for your foodservice and consumer needs is constantly being monitored by our quality control and safety engineers. With growing public concerns on health and safety issues in the food industry, we cannot leave any rock unturned to risk any possibility of unsafe products being distributed into the food chain.

Food safety is our utmost concern and we continually maintain a safe Seafood HACCP Program including our own stringent Health and Safety Procedures when handling any perishable or non-perishable product.

We pride ourselves in our Quality Assurance and Food Safety programs to insure that our customers receive the highest quality and safest products in the industry today!

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Our Vision

Our Goal is to satisfy the evolving needs of our customers by providing unparalleled service

and superior products to our customers.

Offer quality products and service that are valuable to our customer

Maintain a cost structure that lets us price products and service competitively

Make it easy for customers to get those products and service

Deliver world-class service

In order to continue steadily expanding our capacity in the Asian Food distribution, we must:

Nishimoto has developed a reputation for our “commitment to our customers.”

As our society has become increasingly service-oriented, Nishimoto has

remained dedicated in providing the best selection of Asian Food Products to

our customers.

With a large number of employees dispersed throughout the nation and parts

of Canada, it is necessary for all of us to work together to achieve our purposes

and objectives. Although there is room for individual accomplishments and

creativity, all of our efforts are channeled towards a common goal, which is to

provide our customers with Asian Food Products.

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Shirakiku is Nishimoto Trading Company’s

private brand of products that originally fulfilled

a demand in the Japanese markets of the United

States. Shirakiku products have expanded into the

Asian community in general, and are finding popularity

in mainstream American grocery stores and

restaurants. The brand has come to be

synonymous with Nishimoto Trading, and is

now sold worldwide.

Mum’s: MUM’S is a private, sister brand to Nishimoto

Trading Company that is exclusive to Hawaii. MUM’S

products are both food and non-food, and differ from those marketed

under the Shirakiku label. The MUM’S product line will continue to serve

the Hawaiian community as it has become a common house hold item, all

of the current MUM’S products will continue to be available to the ever-

growing Hawaiian market.

Nishimoto Trading Company’s China Sea is another of its private

brands. It has been providing Chinese products such as Sai-fun and

Mai-fun to add diversity to our Japanese product line since 1977.

Our Private Brands

Shirakiku has over 6,500 food and non-food items, and has been serving North America since 1947.

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. takes pride in its wide selection of prestigious Japanese Sake and Shochu items. We carefully select labels that are brewed from Hokkaido to Okinawa in an effort to share the varied selection that Japan has to offer to our customers worldwide.

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Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. carries a variety of frozen seafood products (including tuna, shrimp, eel and other

seafood items). We also have a diverse line of agricultural products (including rice, seaweed, pickled ginger,

and Edamame) that are necessary ingredients for the internationally popular Japanese dish called “sushi”.

These products are available to retailers, restaurants and wholesalers/distributors worldwide.

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. carries a variety of frozen seafood

products (including tuna, shrimp, eel and other seafood

items). We also have a diverse line of agricultural

products (including rice, seaweed, pickled ginger,

and Edamame) that are necessary ingredients

for the internationally popular Japanese dish

called “sushi”. These products are available

to retailers, restaurants and wholesalers/

distributors worldwide.

We are now one of the largest produce exporters to Japan because of our ability to supply the finest quality

of fruits and vegetables. This is possible because of our extensive knowledge and experience in the

produce market. Also, because we have established long term relationships with

growers, freight companies, and forwarders we are able to provide you a

perfect balance of competitive pricing and product quality.

We handle such items as:

Citrus fruit: Lemon, orange, grapefruit•

Tropical fruit: Honeydew melon, watermelon, •strawberry, blueberryStone fruit: Grapes, avocado, Persian lime, mangos, pomegranates

Vegetables: Broccoli, asparagus, radicchio, Belgian •endives, onions, Kabocha squash We are able to offer you top quality produce all year round because we have established a vast network of suppliers from the U.S., Mexico, and South America.

Our experienced staff procures, inspects, and arranges •transportation for every item that we handle.

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. carries a wide selection of

non-food items such as sushi trays, bento boxes, chopsticks,

professional chef’s knives and toiletry items to retailers, restaurants,

and wholesale/distributors. We carefully select our product line and

carry only top of the line products that can help you improve your

business and productivity.

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. has over 40 years

of experience in exporting fresh produce to the

Japanese and Chinese markets.

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Meet Our EmployeesRestaurant Sales Department

Our Restaurant Sales Department is comprised of “Professional Restaurant Consultants” who utilize their extensive knowledge and skills to assist in restaurant development, menu design, product consultations, new product presentations, sales and marketing as well as many other aspects of the food industry.

Within the entire company there are the Japanese, Korean, and Chinese Restaurant Sales Team. We are geared to serve multiple Asian cultures with our Japanese, Korean and Chinese food products.

We strive to serve business needs by supplying the right products and the best prices possible! Companies that utilize our wealth of knowledge and experience are individual restaurants, restaurant chains, hotel chains and many others. We not only provide Asian food products, but also supply many restaurants and food manufacturers with the highest quality restaurant supplies.

Name: Title: Branch: Date of Hire:

What do you like about working at Nishimoto?At Nishimoto Trading, it’s all about one’s passion and effort to step up, rather than seniority. When I had a new business opportunity which appeared difficult to handle, the company willingly let me take on the project when I provided them with a plan that was solid and reasonable. At Nishimoto, the more effort you put in your job will earn you more opportunities and rewards within the company. I feel very happy to have had been given the responsibility to take care of many territories at six different states. It has allowed me to learn irreplaceable skills.

How is the work environment at Nishimoto?The environment has been both very friendly and intense. The structure of my sales department consists of six sales teams. They seriously compete but support each other. I believe that it makes this department better and stronger.


Why did you choose to work at Nishimoto?At first, I started working at Nishimoto as a Part-time office worker. Then my boss saw the potential I have and offered me thesales associate position. I decided to work with Nishimoto because I wanted to challenge new things and cultivate myself.

Has your responsibilities increased since you first started working at Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd?I stated working at Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. as an office worker at the Arizona Branch office and then became a sales associate, group leader and an assistant sales manager. Currently I am the sales manager at the San Diego Branch office. Myresponsibilities have increased and changed in many ways.

What type of training did you receive?I have received communication skills, how to organize my daily schedule effectively, how to achieve my goal (budget) every month.


What difficulties have you experienced at Nishimoto?It was very difficult in the beginning to offer products to my customers because I did not know the characteristics of the quality, taste, brand and so forth. As a sales representative, it is crucial to be self-motivated to acquire up-to-date and precise knowledge of products and I still strive to learn day by day.

How are the company benefits?The health insurance is great at Nishimoto including vision and dental care.

Why did you choose to work at Nishimoto?I was looking for a job where I could use my Japanese and English language skills to the fullest. I use both languages at work and going out in the field and meeting people is another plus.

S. KakuAssistant Branch ManagerLos Angeles Branch OfficeNovember 2002

Y. HigashidaSales ManagerSan Diego Branch OfficeFebruary 1998

J. HisanoSales AssociateChicago BranchAugust 2010

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Grocery Sales DepartmentOur Grocery Sales Department is responsible in supplying large and small grocery stores and supermarkets all across the nation. The department is comprised of employees who utilize their knowledge and skills to assist in supplying grocery stores and supermarkets with the right products at the best possible prices.

Within the entire company there are the Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and American Grocery Sales Departments.The company is geared to serve multiple customers with our Japanese, Chinese and Korean food products.

With their extensive knowledge and expertise, the employees in the Grocery Sales Department can alsodesign the schematics of the Asian Foods Section in the retail stores and assist in designing certain items forpromotions to further increase sales.


Has your responsibilities increased since you first started working at Nishimoto?Yes it has increased significantly. I started as Sales Associate and eventually I was asked to handle purchasing for the Grocery Dept. at the LA Branch office. After 3 years working in LA, I transferred to Chicago to improve the grocery dept. After a year in Chicago the grocery dept. sales increased by 40%. In addition to selling, I was also tasked to do purchasing and managed the grocery sales dept. sales staff. I was transferred and promoted to Manager of Grocery Product and Marketing Division and I monitor the entire sales figures, control the inventory, and create new plans and strategy for the entire grocery sales division.

What do you like about working at Nishimoto? Regardless of age or years of work, Nishimoto promotes people who excel at what they do. They look at past performance evaluation and achievement evaluations and if you can produce good results, they will give you the chance for more responsibilities even a promotion.


Why did you choose to work at Nishimoto?Prior to working at Nishimoto, I worked in Japan for 3 years. In my previous company, I worked every day on a pre-planned, pre-fixed schedule. I gave it my best and asserted myself at all given tasks. However, at the end I realized that I wanted a career where I would be given the opportunity to take personal responsibility and feel satisfaction through the results I produce. While preparing for a career change, I found information on Nishimoto and decided to start my new career with Nishimoto. This year marks my 3rd year anniversary at Nishimoto. I strongly believe that each associate represents the face of the company. Whenever I see the face of satisfied clients, it makes me feel that I have created a strong and tangible relationship for Nishimoto, myself and the clients. Having that responsibility and allowing me to be flexible within my duties gives me the drive to be innovative and always challenge myself.


What is interesting about your job?The most interesting part of my job is that I am able to plan different promotional and sales strategies for each of my customers to meet the sales objectives.

What type of training did you receive?First I went through warehouse training which consisted of assembling, merchandise and loading those items into the truck. This was very important experience in order to understand the operational flow for the Company. After my warehouse training, I started supporting senior sales associates and shadowed their daily activities. After that I was given a few accounts to manage.

What do you like about working at Nishimoto?I chose to work at Nishimoto because I wanted to spread Japanese food to more people in the United States. I know that there are many people who enjoy Japanese food on a daily basis and I wanted to introduce more Japanese food products to others. I want Japanese food to be a mainstream food item in the US.

Y. TanakaManagerLos Angeles Branch OfficeSeptember 2004

K. KimAssociateSan Francisco BranchOctober 2007

M. NodaSales AssociateLos Angeles Branch OfficeApril 2008

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Board of DirectorsNTC USA Management

Sales Headquarters

Administration Headquarters

Intl Operation Headquarters

NTM Headquarters

NTM Product Development

U.S. Domestic Sales

Produce Division

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Corporate Structure

1 Corporate planning DivisionThe Corporate Planning Division works with Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. executive management and is responsible to draw up detailed action plans to achieve an organization’s goals and objective, taking into account the resources of the organization and the environment within which it operates. Corporate Planning Division represents a formal, structured approach to achieving the company’s objectives and to implement the corporate strategy of an organization. Some areas that the Corporate Planning Division monitors are: Quality Management; Corporate/ Organizational Development; and Strategic Management.

6 ntM HeaDquartersThe Nishimoto Trading Manufacturing (NTM) Headquarters is responsible to sell Asian food products which are sold in bulk to wholesalers, distributors and national retail markets. In addition, the Headquarters is responsible to process, package and export fresh and processed produce products to our customers. The headquarters is comprised of three divisions, which are NTM Product Development, U.S. Domestic Sales Division, and Produce Division.

2 sales HeaDquartersThe Sales Headquarters is responsible for the product/ marketing, sales/ distribution, and branch operation function for Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. The headquarters is headed by the Sales General Manager and is comprised by the International Operation headquarters, NTM Headquarters and the North American NTW Headquarter.

7 nortH aMeriCan ntW HqNorth American Nishimoto Trading Wholesale (NTW) Headquarter is responsible to provide North America’s restaurant, grocery and retail stores with a wide variety of Asian food products. The headquarter is responsible for the product/ marketing operation which is comprised of three divisions (Sales Management, National Account and NTW Product Development) and the sales/ distribution operation which is divided into 4 regions which includes, Western, Eastern, Southern and Canada and supplies customers with Asian food products from 18 distribution centers located across North America.

3 aDMinistration HeaDquartersTo support the entire organization the Administration Headquarters is the central management and administrative support for Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. The Administration Headquarter is headed by the Administration Vice President, and is comprised by two divisions.

8 ntM proDuCt DevelopMentThe Sales Headquarters is responsible for the product/marketing, sales/ distribution, and branch operation function for Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. The headquarters is headed by the Sales General Manager and is comprised by the International Operation headquarters, NTM Headquarters and the North American NTW Headquarter.4 FooD saFety seCtion

The Food Safety section reports directly to the Sales General Manager and is responsible to assure our customers that every aspect of our business from receiving to delivery, to maintaining a controlled warehousing facility for our foodservice and consumer needs is constantly being monitored at all times. With growing public concerns on health and safety issues in the food industry, we cannot leave any rock unturned to risk any possibility of unsafe products being distributed into the food chain.

9 u.s. DoMestiC salesThe U.S. Domestic Sales Division works with grocers, distributors and wholesalers. The division offers custom programs; customized production and packaging for all processed and frozen products, preferred buy status programs, volume programs and more. The division is able to receive and process shipments from any one of our branch locations. All of our branch offices have their own processing, distribution, and sales operation, which enable the Company to offer delivery throughout North America. The U.S. Domestic Sales Division is comprised by the following sections:

Food Services, which concentrates on selling Nishimoto products to 1. wholesalers and other distribution companies.Retail services, concentrates on selling Nishimoto products to 2. American retail stores.

5 intl operation HeaDquartersThe Sales Headquarters is responsible for the product/marketing, sales/ distribution, and branch operation function for Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. The headquarters is headed by the Sales General Manager and is comprised by the International Operation headquarters, NTM Headquarters and the North American NTW Headquarter.

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd.Bringing Japanese foods to the world, and the world’s foods to Japan. This forms our mission to continue to provide new foodstuffs and new food varieties. The Company sells foodstuffs in various countries and regions, handling sales of products from foodstuff materials to processed food products that represent a wide range of product segments from the best supply locations. Company business activities include: export of Japanese and Asian foods, supply of foodstuff materials for food product manufacturers, sales of foodstuff ingredients to commercial entities such as restaurant chains and convenience stores, sales of brand-name food products from overseas and original character goods, World Gift, and health care.

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Board of DirectorsNTC USA Management

Sales Headquarters

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Intl Operation Headquarters

NTM Headquarters

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10 proDuCe DivisionThe Sales Headquarters is responsible for the product/marketing, sales/ distribution, and branch operation function for Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. The headquarters is headed by the Sales General Manager and is comprised by the International Operation headquarters, NTM Headquarters and the North American NTW Headquarter.

11 intl Business planningThe International Business Planning Department is responsible to develop innovative approaches towards expansion into the international markets by conducting market research, creating marketing plans, and business plans for future global and economic growth.

15 ntW proDuCt DevelopMentThe NTW Product Development Division strives to bring the latest in retail items for the palate and will assist in the marketing of certain items for sales promotion for the branch offices. This division also focuses on supplying high quality goods to Nishimoto customers all across the nation. The division is responsible for obtaining goods and services at the lowest reasonable cost while maintaining optimal standards. The division has become more proactive in marketing different food products in North America by communicating with numerous vendors, producers, processors, packagers, and consumer to see what the latest demand in Asian Food products are. The division is the first stage in generating and commercializing new products within the strategic process of its life cycle management, used to increase our market share. The division’s responsibilities are, but not limited to the following:

Development and marketing of grocery and restaurant products in 1. North AmericaRaising public awareness of Nishimoto’s products2. Coordinating and participating events and special activities3. Determining the service needs of customers4. Research and development of new and upcoming products5. Acquiring formal and informal bid quotations6. Inspecting delivered goods into the warehouse from local and 7. overseas sourcesConserving outstanding quality of products in accordance with the 8. FDA and other regulations

12 export DivisionExport division markets domestic and imported food product across the world to food service distributors, major chains and independent operators. Export division is responsible to expand on relationships already formed with customers to tap into the relationships that have been made with suppliers, vendors, and any other individuals and business to export Nishimoto products in the global market. This division is responsible in assessment of marketing or sales opportunities and target markets; gather information regarding customers, competitors; generate leads for possible sales; advising on, drafting and enforcing sales policies and processes; exporting Nishimoto products; and create business model designs for the company.

13 sales ManageMentSales Management Division is mainly responsible to monitor the sales efficiency, risk management, cost structure, logistics, and operation for Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. The division will also monitor inventory and account receivable to improve cash flow of the company to identify internal process issues and provides solutions.

14 national aCCount DivisionThe National Account Division develops and executes strategic value by adding account plans, services and processes that contribute to the growth and success of the clients account and Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. They develop and maintain key client relationships that enable Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. to be the first and only resource considered for Asian food

products and services. They ensure contract renewals and expansions to all lines of their business. They act as a point of escalation for customer issues in order to respond quickly to their requests. The division is also in charge of the account management team to ensure that they meet business growth objectives. This division is responsible in understanding customer needs, leveraging and maintaining business relationships.

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NTC Branch LocationsNishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. maintains branches and satellite offices throughout the United States and Canada. Search by country, type of facility or click on the list or map markers to identify a specific location.

A Los Angeles Branch Corporate Headquarters13409 Orden DriveSanta Fe Springs, CA 90670-6336

B Arizona Branch5522 W. Roosevelt, Suite 6 and 8Phoenix, AZ 85043-2601

C Atlanta Branch5065 Buford Highway,Suite 100 Norcross, GA 30071-2737

D Chicago Branch545 Fullerton AvenueCarol Stream, IL60188-1803

E Dallas Branch1401 B Lakeway DriveLewisville, TX 75057-6042

F Denver Branch3870 Paris Street, #5Denver, CO80239-3371

H Hawaii Branch331 Libby StreetHonolulu, HI96817-4926

G Florida Branch3941 Commerce ParkwayMiramar, FL33025-3936

I Las Vegas Branch3475 West Post Road, Suite 100Las Vegas, NV 89118-6870

J New York Branch602 Washington AvenueCarlstadt, NJ07072-2902

K San Diego Branch8441 Arjons Drive, Suite BSan Diego, CA 92126-4308

L San Francisco Branch340 Valley DriveBrisbane, CA94005-1208

M Seattle Branch (DBA SEASIA)19931 72nd Avenue S., Suite 101Kent, WA 98032-1400

N Washington D.C. Branch6630 Amberton DriveElkridge, MD21075-6246

O Toronto, Canada Branch50 Fulton WayRichmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1J5

P Vancouver, Canada Branch130-11388 No.5 RoadRichmond B.C. V7A 4E7

Q Boston Satellite Office12 Alfred StreetWoburn, MA01801-1915

R Houston Satellite Office10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100 Room 53Houston, TX 77042-3462

S Orlando Satellite Office5401 South Kirkman Road, Suite 310Orlando, FL 32819-7937

T Sacramento Satellite Office915 Highland Pointe Drive, Suite 250Roseville, CA 95678-5421

U Montreal Satellite Office1250 Rene Levesque Blvd. West Suite 2200 Unit#18Montreal, Quebec H3B 4W8

V Calgary Satellite Office508 24 Avenue S.W, Trolley Square Suite 300 Unit 315Calgary, Alberta T2S 0K4

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Chicago Branch545 Fullerton AvenueCarol Stream, IL 60188-1803

Hawaii Branch331 Libby StreetHonolulu, Hawaii 96817-4926

Florida Branch3941 Commerce ParkwayMiramar, FL 33025-3936

Los Angeles BranchCorporate Headquarters13409 Orden DriveSanta Fe Springs, CA 90670-6336

Vancouver, Canada Branch130-11388 No.5 RoadRichmond B.C. V7A 4E7

Washington D.C. Branch6630 Amberton DriveElkridge, MD 21075-6246

Houston Satellite Office10777 Westheimer, Suite1100 Room 53 Houston, TX 77042-3462

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Global Network

Nishimoto Co., Ltd.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd.Hamamatsucho Square Bldg. 1-30-5 Hamamatsu-cho, Minato-ku, Tokyo

IPM Nishimoto Co., Ltd.Shiba 2-chome Building 9th & 10th Floor, 2-28-8 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo

GBICShimbashi Chuo Building 7th Floor, 1-11-5 Nishi-shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Nishimoto FoodstuffShanghai Co., Ltd.Shanghai City Center, Unit A, Room 2808, Zunyi Rd. 100, Changning Ward

Shanghai IPM Co., Ltd.Room 3302 No.325 Tianyaoqiao Road Shang

Nishimoto Trading Kobe OfficeTatsumi Sannomiya Bldg., 8th Floor, 4-1-38 Isobe-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe

IPM Nishimoto Kobe OfficeTatsumi Sannomiya Bldg., 5th Floor, 4-1-38 Isobe-dori, Chuo-ku Kobe

Bangkok Representative Office19ht Floor, Room No. 1901/2Serm-Mit Tower159 Sukhumvit 21 Road North Klongtoey, Watana, Bangkok 10110

NTC Wismettac SingaporePte, Ltd.Anson Road #14-06 International Plaza Singapore


Corporate Profile Established: 1912

Headquarter: Tokyo, JapanAnnual Sales (2011): $1.031 Billion

Offices: Over 32 offices Number of Employees: Over 1,100 employees

Line of Business: Import and wholesaler of Japanese and other Asian food

products, processed foods and rice; exporter of fresh and

processed vegetables and fruits.

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Group History

1912MAY

Mokichi Nishimoto established the Nishimoto General Store in Kobe City, a trading house dealing in import and exports. His primary focus was exporting Japanese foodstuff to Japanese living abroad in the United States.

1920JULY

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd (Japan) opened of�ce in Seattle.

1921NOVEMBER

The “Shirakiku” (A PB brand for exported foodstuff) became the registered trademark for Nishimoto.

1941NOVEMBER

During World War II, the assets of the Seattle Branch were frozen and the business was put on hiatus.

1947SEPTEMBER

After the war, coinciding with the resumption of private trade, the Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) was founded with $180,000 in capital. The Tokyo Branch was established.

1959JANUARY

Nishimoto Trading Co., Hawaii was established

1960JULY

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) was established and opened Los Angeles Branch Of�ce. 1998

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Vancouver Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Seattle Branch Of�ce.The IPM (International Produce Market) Co., Ltd. was established.

1999Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Atlanta Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Washington Branch DC Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Toronto Branch Of�ce.

2000Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) established Shanghai Liaison Of�ce.The produce division of the Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. was detached and integrated into IPM Co. IPM Co. was renamed to IPM Nishimoto Co., Ltd.

1964MARCH

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established San Francisco Of�ce.

1968MAY

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) became the sole import agent for Sunkist Growers Company.

1974MARCH

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established New York Branch Of�ce.

1991OCTOBER

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Chicago Branch Of�ce.

1994DECEMBER

SBS Rice becomes designated goods.The Atsugi plant and distribution center was established.

1995SEPTEMBER

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Florida Branch Of�ce.

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1996NOVEMBER

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Las Vegas Branch Of�ce.

1997JUNE

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Denver Branch Of�ce.

2001Natumedica Co., Ltd. and GBI Inc. were established.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Dallas Branch Of�ce.

2002Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established San Diego Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) redesigned its Tokyo Branch Of�ce to Tokyo Head Of�ce, moving headquarters operations from Kobe Of�ce.

2004IPM Nishimoto Co. moved its head of�ce in Tokyo from Koto-ku to Minato-ku.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) moved its Corporate Headquarters to Santa Fe Springs, CA.

2005Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) moved its Tokyo Head Of�ce in Minto-ku from Shinbashi to Hamamatsucho.

2007Nishimoto Trading Co., Hawaii merged with Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd (USA) – established Hawaii Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co. of America merged with Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA).

2010Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Houston Satellite Of�ces.Nishimoto Co., Ltd., a holding company of Nishimoto Group was established in order to facilitate acceleration of strategic leadership and management of the Group companies.

2011NTC WISMETTAC Singapore PTE Ltd. Was established as Nishimoto’s Group’s Regional Operating headquarters in South-East Asia.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Montreal Satellite Of�ce.The representative of�ces of Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) are in preparation in Thailand (Bangkok), France (Paris), and England (London).Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) established Bangkok Representative Of�ce in Thailand (Bangkok).Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Calgary Satellite Of�ce.GBI and GBIC were integrated into GBIC.

2012Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Montreal Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Houston Branch Of�ce.

Since that time, we have steadily expanded our business operations to become of the premier international food product company. We have been developing new and innovative ways to provide our products to our consumers. Nishimoto Group has over 100 years in the Asian Food Industry and will continue to promote our business for prosperity

Kobe dock at the turn of the century - 1900

NishimotoGrouptracesitsrootsbackto1912.


1912MAY

Mokichi Nishimoto established the Nishimoto General Store in Kobe City, a trading house dealing in import and exports. His primary focus was exporting Japanese foodstuff to Japanese living abroad in the United States.

1920JULY

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd (Japan) opened of�ce in Seattle.

1921NOVEMBER

The “Shirakiku” (A PB brand for exported foodstuff) became the registered trademark for Nishimoto.

1941NOVEMBER

During World War II, the assets of the Seattle Branch were frozen and the business was put on hiatus.

1947SEPTEMBER

After the war, coinciding with the resumption of private trade, the Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) was founded with $180,000 in capital. The Tokyo Branch was established.

1959JANUARY

Nishimoto Trading Co., Hawaii was established

1960JULY

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) was established and opened Los Angeles Branch Of�ce. 1998

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Vancouver Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Seattle Branch Of�ce.The IPM (International Produce Market) Co., Ltd. was established.

1999Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Atlanta Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Washington Branch DC Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Toronto Branch Of�ce.

2000Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) established Shanghai Liaison Of�ce.The produce division of the Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. was detached and integrated into IPM Co. IPM Co. was renamed to IPM Nishimoto Co., Ltd.

1964MARCH

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established San Francisco Of�ce.

1968MAY

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) became the sole import agent for Sunkist Growers Company.

1974MARCH

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established New York Branch Of�ce.

1991OCTOBER

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Chicago Branch Of�ce.

1994DECEMBER


1995SEPTEMBER

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Florida Branch Of�ce.

1995OCTOBER


1996NOVEMBER

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Las Vegas Branch Of�ce.

1997JUNE

Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Denver Branch Of�ce.

2001Natumedica Co., Ltd. and GBI Inc. were established.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Dallas Branch Of�ce.

2002Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established San Diego Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) redesigned its Tokyo Branch Of�ce to Tokyo Head Of�ce, moving headquarters operations from Kobe Of�ce.

2004IPM Nishimoto Co. moved its head of�ce in Tokyo from Koto-ku to Minato-ku.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) moved its Corporate Headquarters to Santa Fe Springs, CA.

2005Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) moved its Tokyo Head Of�ce in Minto-ku from Shinbashi to Hamamatsucho.

2007Nishimoto Trading Co., Hawaii merged with Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd (USA) – established Hawaii Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co. of America merged with Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA).

2010Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Houston Satellite Of�ces.Nishimoto Co., Ltd., a holding company of Nishimoto Group was established in order to facilitate acceleration of strategic leadership and management of the Group companies.

2011NTC WISMETTAC Singapore PTE Ltd. Was established as Nishimoto’s Group’s Regional Operating headquarters in South-East Asia.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Montreal Satellite Of�ce.The representative of�ces of Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) are in preparation in Thailand (Bangkok), France (Paris), and England (London).Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (Japan) established Bangkok Representative Of�ce in Thailand (Bangkok).Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Calgary Satellite Of�ce.GBI and GBIC were integrated into GBIC.

2012Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Montreal Branch Of�ce.Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. (USA) established Houston Branch Of�ce.

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