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Japanese design giant Kokuyo Co. Ltd. has officially rebranded its India business, HNI India, as Kokuyo Workplace India Ltd., marking a strategic pivot toward design-led growth and deeper market integration. The move follows Kokuyo’s acquisition of HNI India earlier this year and positions India as a central growth hub in its Asia-Pacific operations.
With a growth target of 15–20% over FY24 and a long-term goal of 3X expansion by 2030, Kokuyo India plans to deepen its presence across metros and emerging business hubs. The company will debut its new identity at Orgatec India 2025, showcasing next-generation workspace solutions that blend Japanese precision with Indian adaptability.
“This rebranding is not just about a new identity—it’s about a renewed purpose,” said Karan Sachdev, Managing Director, Kokuyo India. “By combining the precision of Japanese design with India’s market dynamism, we’re building workplaces that are more adaptive, sustainable, and human-centric.”
Kokuyo’s global vision, CCC 2030 (Change, Challenge, Create), underpins its India strategy, which includes introducing its Japanese product range for the first time in the country. These offerings reflect the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship, collaboration, and well-being in the workplace.
India’s office furniture market is among the fastest-growing globally, driven by hybrid work models, corporate expansion, and rising demand for ergonomic, sustainable solutions. With a 350,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Nagpur and a 120-year legacy of design innovation, Kokuyo aims to reinforce its “Make in India, for the World” vision.
The company’s portfolio includes brands like Camlin, Lamex, ACTUS, ESTIC, and Formax, each contributing to Kokuyo India’s mission to bring global design sensibilities to local workplaces—where Japanese minimalism meets Indian functionality.
