– Started 1954 as bathroom accessory mfg. Exported mainly to U.S market.
( zinc-diecast, chrome plating, stainless steel press and forming )

– Tokyo Olympic year; Reliance brand became established as standard bathroom accessory for Japanese Hotel industry.

– OEM supply to pre-fabricated “Unit Bath” mfgers such as TOTO, LIXIL, and etc.)

– Expand U.S.business. Establish a subsidiary in Fla.

– Toshishige (junior) became President and CEO, and expand mfg.facility to Taiwan. Establish joint-venture distribution co. in U.S.

– Establish subsidiaries in H.K and China.

– Export direct from H.K. to the world.

– U.S., Taiwan,H.K.,and China operation sold to Moen faucet USA.

– Started Dornbracht exclusive distributor. First “le bain”professional showroom built in Shinjuku / Tokyo.
– Mr.Uchida Shigeru joined as design strategy consultant.

– Started V&B and Cosmic distribution.

– New “le bain” facility opened in Roppongi / Tokyo. Started ALAPE as exclusive distributor.

– Started Scent Air distribution as an agent in Japan.

– Supply bath related products and service to Hospitality and SPA business, including remodeling.

– Moved to Shinjuku and rebuilt the office as well as the showroom “ le bain ”.