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See the Unseen — our mission is to make the invisible visible through science. Comprising experts in engineering, physics, computational science, and mathematics, RICOS leverages proprietary technology merging CAE and machine learning to visualize latent challenges in manufacturing, driving innovation across design and development processes.

Mission

To accelerate manufacturing processes through scientific intelligence and create an environment where better products can emerge.

Vision

To create a world where anyone can harness manufacturing knowledge and technology with speed and freedom.

Value

  1. Scientific Integrity

    Uphold trust through a steadfast commitment to scientific evidence, precision, and reproducibility.

  2. Customer Impact First

    Focus on delivering tangible value by understanding frontline needs and practical applications.

  3. Ownership & Accountability

    Take full responsibility for commitments and demonstrate the tenacity to deliver results.

  4. Fast with Precision

    Balance speed and accuracy to consistently execute actions that drive value.

  5. Individual excellence, Team Success

    Maximize collective impact through information sharing and mutual support.

Founder Message

Yu Ihara, President and CEO

Message from the CEO

Having grown up around computers, I have long used information technology to streamline tasks. Computing power has advanced tremendously, becoming essential to modern society. While simulation technology holds great potential for solving complex social challenges, it remains underutilized due to technical hurdles and slow processing speeds. I founded RICOS to bridge this gap by applying our proprietary technology to deliver higher value to society. Today, our team of experts in engineering, physics, and mathematics remains dedicated to solving critical challenges through advanced scientific computing and comprehensive research.

Yu Ihara President and CEO

Company Profile

Trade name
RICOS Co. Ltd.
Address of head office
2-3-2, Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005
Capital
50,000,000 yen
Capital reserve
78,725,067 yen
Business start date
11-Dec-15
Company establishment date
29-Jun-06
Board member
Yu Ihara, CEOTakamasa Yoshimura, Vice PresidentKeisuke Ide, Board memberToshiaki Yabe, Board memberSatoshi Suto, Board member
Number of employees
22 (as of March 2026)
Bank
Ginza Branch, Mizuho BankHead office, MUFG BankKoishikawa Branch, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking CorporationShibuya Branch, Resona BankHead Office Sales Department, Tokyo Star BankSBI Sumishin Net Bank
Email address
info@ricos.co.jp
Office name
Headquarters (head office)
Location
Yusen Bldg. 1F, 2-3-2, Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 100-0005
Telephone / fax
03(5615)977703(5615)9778

History

2015.12
With the award at the Entrepreneur Dojo of the University of Tokyo, we started developing computational science-related technologies such as simulation.
2018.02
Capital increase of 41 million yen through shareholder allocation.
2018.04
Full-scale business development began after the concept of simulation-based AI was established.
2021.09
Implemented a third-party allocation of shares (Series A procurement) of 299.7 million yen.
2023.01
Changed the company name to RICOS.
2023.08
Relocated the head office.

Various numbers and approvals and licenses related

Corporate number
7140001045338
Corporate registration number
1400-01-045338
D-U-N-S® Number
714313058
JASTPRO code
P002EG270000
Invoice registration number
T7140001045338
Labor insurance number
13101318055-000
Employment insurance company number
1301-658698-0
National Pension Fund Association Registered Office Number
05713190 (For individual payment)
Notification Electrical construction work business number
Electric work business submitted to governor of Tokyo 300178
Unified qualifications for bidding company code
187487
e-rad research institution number
6000206093
Research institution number in the Regulations for Handling Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research
92678

Report desk regarding fraudulent acts in research activities

Email
info@ricos.co.jpPlease write "fraudulent acts in research activities" in the subject.
Document
2-3-2, Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005To the Human Resources and General Affairs Department of RICOS Co. Ltd.
FAX
03-5615-9778
Telephone
03-5615-9777 (Reception hours: 10:00 to 17:00 weekdays)
Interview
For those who wish to have an interview, please contact us by email in advance.

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