Japan Vertical Farm
Strength
Founder Yushihisa Ike brings over 17 years of experience in the plant factory sector, with deep expertise in the operation, design, and construction of systems ranging from small-scale facilities to large commercial plants. In addition to producing nutritious and great-tasting leafy greens, we have established advanced cultivation technologies for high-value produce such as strawberries, melons, and tomatoes, and continue to play a leading role in the industry.
As an engineering firm specialized in plant factory systems, we have delivered more than 100 projects. With one of the longest operating track records in Japan, we leverage years of accumulated data and on-site expertise to deliver production systems that are both highly profitable and consistently reproducible.
Strength
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Enhancing antioxidant content (including vitamin C) while reducing nitrate nitrogen (NO₃).
A plant factory designed to maximize both taste and quality.
High-Antioxidant, Low-Nitrate Vegetables — Selected for the 2021 Kyoto Smart Product Program
Sales Partners:
Ikari Supermarket, Supermarket Life, MaxValu, BIG BEANS, Friend Foods, Garden City Club Osaka, Hotel Okura, restaurants, hotels, etc.
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Plant factory systems for high-sugar melons, strawberries, and tomatoes, premium baby leaf lettuce, fruiting crops such as watermelon and mango, grains such as azuki beans and soybeans, and root crops such as potatoes and ginseng.
We are pioneers in this field. Few other companies worldwide offer plant factory technologies capable of supporting such a diverse range of crops.
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From cultivation technologies and operational know-how to the design and manufacturing of cultivation systems, plant factory design and construction, automation solutions, and even vegetable quality evaluation and analysis, we provide fully integrated services delivered at optimized cost.
We own proprietary molds for plant factory–dedicated LED substrates, as well as planters, panels, cups, and other cultivation plant components. By establishing an in-house system for design and manufacturing, we are able to reduce initial equipment costs and accommodate projects ranging from small-scale facilities to large-scale plant factories.
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Proven Track Record in Plant Factory Projects Over 100 projects delivered across Japan (Kansai, Tokai, Kanto, Chugoku, Kyushu, Tohoku) and Southeast Asia
By enabling the stable production of premium vegetables and fruits, we are helping to drive the creation of new agricultural business models. At the same time, plant factory systems are being adopted across a wide range of applications—from advancing carbon neutrality through the use of renewable energy and energy storage, to contributing to the SDGs and a circular economy, and creating synergies with existing businesses.
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Proven experience in socially impactful projects, including the implementation of cultivation systems for employment support (including hiring people with disabilities), educational institutions (elementary schools, junior high schools, special needs schools, and vocational schools), and care facilities.
We contribute to addressing a wide range of social challenges—from improving wages and working conditions at continuous employment support facilities, to advancing future-focused education in natural sciences and food education, enhancing the mental well-being of residents in care facilities, and promoting green therapy initiatives.
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Research partnership with Kyoto Prefectural University: Green Innovation Facility, Plant Science Research Building (Industry–Academia–Government Collaboration Hub)
Since 2016, we have maintained a joint research program with Kyoto Prefectural University, a leader in advanced agricultural science. By integrating scientific expertise with engineering, we are accelerating the real-world implementation of cutting-edge technologies.
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From site selection for plant factory projects to design consulting for local construction partners, business planning, workforce development, and organizational setup, we support every stage of the project from start to finish.
By standardizing and modularizing our plant factory know-how, we enable highly reproducible project launches across different countries and regions. We also support the development of operational frameworks that ensure consistent quality and profitability in global deployments.
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