MK Kashiyama – A Pioneer in Brake Parts Manufacturing

MK Kashiyama began as Kashiyama Press, a metal pressing company producing electronic parts and skate blades. In the 1960s, the company ventured into brake pad and brake shoe manufacturing, establishing itself as a long-standing brake parts specialist in Japan.

The brand MK Kashiyama was founded with the vision of "thriving as a manufacturer, not a subcontractor, even if small." Today, the brand is synonymous with high-quality brake parts and is sold in over 80 countries. The name "MK" is derived from the initials of the founder, Makoto Kashiyama.

Staying true to the founder’s entrepreneurial spirit, MK Kashiyama continues to innovate in friction material development. In addition to automotive brake parts, the company now caters to industrial equipment and other sectors, offering advanced friction materials tailored to diverse applications.

“PERFECT CONTROL, PERFECT BRAKING.”

Through its brakes, MK Kashiyama ensures global safety and peace of mind, embodying a mission to make people smile by providing reliable and precise braking solutions.

Milestones of MK Kashiyama (Since 1946)

  • 1946: Makoto Kashiyama founded Kashiyama Shoten, starting with automobile parts sales.
  • 1960: Established Kashiyama Press Kogyo Co., Ltd. (later MK Kashiyama) to manufacture and sell automobile parts.
  • 1965: Began manufacturing brake shoes.
  • 1966: Introduced brake shoe assemblies under the MK brand.
  • 1967: Started manufacturing disc brake pads.
  • 1971: Expanded production to include disc brake rotors.
  • 1976: Brake shoe assemblies certified as excellent automotive parts by the Japan Auto Parts Association (JAPA).
  • 1984: Disc brake pads certified as excellent automotive parts by JAPA. Established Winmax Co., Ltd., producing racing and rally brakes.
  • 1996: Obtained ISO9001 certification for quality management.
  • 2004: Launched “Eco Pad,” an environmentally friendly product.
  • 2009: Merged with Winmax Co., Ltd. and began producing disc brake pads in India.
  • 2012: Restarted production of MK rotors and expanded into brakes for industrial construction machinery.
  • 2019: Acquired the automotive repair products business of Tokai Material Co., Ltd., launching the FC Material brand.

MK Kashiyama continues to uphold its commitment to quality, innovation, and global reach, remaining a trusted name in brake parts for automotive and industrial applications. Explore their comprehensive range of products to experience safety and reliability backed by decades of expertise.