Kyowa Interface Science Co., Ltd. is proud to announce that one of its employees has been honored by the Cabinet Office of Japan.
Mr. Masaaki Chiba, Director of Manufacturing at Kyowa Interface Science Co., Ltd., has been awarded the Medal with Yellow Ribbon in the Spring 2026 Honors and was recognized as the youngest recipient nationwide this year.
What is the Medal with Yellow Ribbon？
It is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding diligence and dedication in fields such as agriculture, commerce, and industry, and who have achieved exemplary technical accomplishments or distinguished service that serve as a model for others.
https://www8.cao.go.jp/shokun/en/types-of-medals.html
Recipient (Age as of May 2026)
Masaaki Chiba (45)
Director, Manufacturing Department
Kyowa Interface Science Co., Ltd.
- 2020: Saitama Prefectural Governor's Award, Outstanding Performance Award in Electronic Equipment Assembly (First Grade), Saitama Skills Competition
- 2020: Certified as Monodzukuri (Manufacturing) Meister (Electronic Equipment Assembly / Electronic Circuit Connection) by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
- 2021: Certified as Monodzukuri (Manufacturing) Meister in the IT Sector (Embedded Robot Software) by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
- 2021: Saitama Prefectural Governor's Award, Recognized as Outstanding Skilled Worker of Saitama (Master Craftsman of Saitama)
- 2022: Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare's Award, Recognized as Outstanding Skilled Worker (Contemporary Master Craftsman)
- 2026: Awarded the Medal with Yellow Ribbon (Spring 2026 Honors)
Comment from the Recipient
I am deeply honored to receive the Medal with Yellow Ribbon in the Spring 2026 Honors in recognition of my contributions to electronic equipment assembly.
For nearly 80 years since its founding in 1947, Kyowa Interface Science Co., Ltd. has remained committed to supporting research, development, and quality improvement across a wide range of industries through instruments related to interface science. Together with our customers, we have continuously pursued excellence in manufacturing and innovation.
I believe this recognition has been made possible by the trust and support of all our customers who have supported us throughout our long history. I would also like to express my sincere appreciation to my colleagues on the manufacturing floor, whose dedication, teamwork, and constant pursuit of technical excellence have made this achievement possible.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported our company over the years.
Reliable craftsmanship and uncompromising quality are the foundation of our company’s reputation. Encouraged by this honor, I will continue, in my role as Director of Manufacturing, to pass on our traditional skills and expertise to the next generation while striving to deliver manufacturing excellence that meets the expectations of customers across many industries and contributes to the company’s continued growth.