history
A History of Challenging the World — From Tsukuba
From its founding shortly after the war to its expansion overseas and numerous awards.
We will continue to provide products that support Japan's manufacturing industry.
We will explore the journey of Sanwa Needle Bearing, which aims to take on challenges and contribute to the world.

TNK's History
1946
Start a business
PredecessorTanaka Manufacturing Co., Ltd.Founded

1961
Became a limited liability company
Sanwa Manufacturing Co., Ltd.renamed.

1963
Became a Kabushiki Kaisha (Joint Stock Company)
TNK SANWA PRECISION CO., Ltd.renamed.
1969
In Tsukuba
Tsukuba OfficeStarted operations at

1986
Received "Good Company Award"
Awarded by the Small and Medium Enterprise Research Center in recognition of achievements

1994
Awarded a Golden Walkman
TNK was recognized by Sony Corporation for our contributions to the development of the Walkman, and received an award in acknowledgment of our efforts.

Overseas expansion
In Fuzhou, Fujian Province, China
Fuzhou Sanwa Precision Axis Co., Ltd.established

2006
Energetic manufacturing
Selected as one of the 300 small and medium-sized enterprises
Recognized by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency (METI) as one of Japan’s XNUMX Vibrant Manufacturing Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises.


2013
"Excellent Award Quality Award"
From DENSO Corporation
"Excellent Award Quality Award"awarded.

2018
"Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays"
Kenji Nakamura was awarded the Spring Decorations during his term as Chairman and Representative Director.
"Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays"Awarded.

2020
New factory completed
To further strengthen our production systemNew factory completed.

2023
Relocation and expansion
Fuzhou Sanwa Precision Axis Co., Ltd.Relocation and expansion

2024
The All-Out Wisdom and All-Out Strength Award
From DENSO Corporation
2023"Total Wisdom and Total Strength Award"awarded.


2025
Obtained medical device manufacturing registration certificate
(Registration number: 08BZ200145)

to be continued ...

