Message from the President

Founded in Yokohama in 1865 by Hermann Siber and Caspar Brennwald, DKSH Japan K.K. in the course of close to 150 years has overcome many challenges to become a major contributor to culture and business in Japan. Our strong roots result in our very unique way of doing business, where the cultures of Japan and Switzerland - of Europe and Asia - harmoniously complement one another.

We have learned to steer a clear course among these two distinctive cultures, taking the best of both worlds to serve the constantly evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is founded on consistency in partnerships and long-term engagement. We are proud of our employees who are still animated by the same pioneering spirit that inspired our founders.

Japan is a highly sophisticated and complex market with high entry barriers for western companies. Irrespective of whether the client is a multinational or a medium-sized company, and no matter whether consumer goods, specialty chemicals and ingredients, or advanced machinery are involved, our DKSH specialists know what makes Japan tick and have a deep understanding of the needs of our Japanese business partners.

At the same time, we assist Japanese companies to sell their products in markets they wish to enter, making full use of our brand strength and comprehensive network across both Europe and Asia. For Japanese and European companies alike, we provide the ideal mix of sourcing, marketing, brand building, sales, distribution, and after-sales services. We are continuously enhancing our capacities across the entire value chain in order to earn the trust invested in us and actively work with our business partners to expand their business for our mutual benefit.

The appointment as the President of DKSH Japan K.K. has returned me to Japan, where I was born and raised. I feel very strongly for this country and consider it both my duty and a privilege to serve as a bridge between east and west.

My thanks go to all our business partners for their continued support and trust.

Dr. Peter A. Kaemmerer

Representative Director and President

DKSH Japan K.K