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02/10/2025

"Ever wondered what the 3 diamonds on the Mitsubishi logo really mean?"

The story behind one of the world's most iconic brands started with a samurai, a vision, and 3 bold shapes that now symbolize reliability, integrity, and success.

Yataro Iwasaki (1835–1885), a visionary Japanese industrialist, founded Mitsubishi in 1870 as a humble shipping company during Japan’s Meiji Restoration.

Born into a samurai family in Tosa (now Kochi Prefecture), Iwasaki transformed a small trading firm into a global empire expanding into mining, shipbuilding, and finance.

The Mitsubishi logo, introduced in 1873, is more than just design it’s a symbol of legacy:
• 3 red diamonds = trust, unity, and progress
• Inspired by Iwasaki’s family crest and the Tosa clan’s oak leaf emblem
• “Mitsu” = three, “Hishi” = water chestnut (aka diamond-shaped)

The bold red? Passion and good fortune in Japanese culture.

From samurai roots to international success Mitsubishi is proof that strong values build timeless brands.

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05/09/2025

SONY
Model: HF-PRO
Release year: 1985
Tape type: Normal
Market: J*P

08/08/2025

Be learn

10/07/2025

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26/05/2025

18/03/2025

In 1955, Sony revolutionized the market with one of the first pocket-sized transistor radios.

Bulova, a well-known brand, sought to purchase 100,000 units, an order that was "worth several times the total capital of our company," as co-founder Akio Morita recounted in "Made in Japan."

However, there was a catch: Bulova wanted their name on the radios.

Morita stood firm, stating, "I had vowed that we would not be an original equipment maker for other companies." He believed in building Sony's reputation through its own products.

The Bulova buyer countered, emphasizing their established brand: "Our company name is a famous brand name that has taken over 50 years to establish. Nobody has ever even heard of your brand name."

Morita's response was bold: "50 years ago, your brand name must have been just as unknown as our name is today. I’m now taking the first step for the next 50 years of my company."

He confidently promised that in 50 years, Sony would be just as renowned as Bulova. This moment marked the beginning of Sony's journey to becoming a household name.

Bulova did $164 million revenue in the full year of 2022

Sony did $241.9 million revenue every single day in 2022

06/01/2025

In grave ward.....adomji

22/12/2024

Soyuz TM-11 rocket with a Japanese tourist and advertisements for Sony, Unicharm and Otsuka Pharmaceutical. December, 1990.

Toyohiro Akiyama was the first space tourist who was able to fly into space for money. The TV channel "TBS", where he worked, paid 28 million US dollars for the flight. The Japanese flag and advertisements were depicted on board the launch vehicle.

30/11/2024

BOSE....USA...my superb collection....