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Learn about the founder of Shimano, Shozaburo Shimano, and his vision to produce bicycle components. Explore the milestones and achievements of Shimano from 1921 to 1980, including the development of freewheels, speed changers, fishing tackle and more.
- Founder History
Shimano was founded 100 years ago, driven by Shozaburo...
- A Humble Pursuit of Perfection
Never shying away from a challenge, Shozaburo’s first...
- The Pursuit of Perfection
No, Shozaburo Shimano didn’t start spinning World...
- Founder History
Named after founder Shozaburo Shimano ( 島野庄三郎, 1894–1958) and headquartered in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, the company has 32 consolidated and 11 unconsolidated subsidiaries, with the primary manufacturing plants based in Kunshan ( China ), Malaysia and Singapore .
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May 23, 2018 · Shimano was started in 1921 by Shozaburo Shimano, who wanted to create a more reliable freewheel. His father was a metal worker, a craft that has a long history in Japan’s Sakai region, where Shimano is based.
Jun 12, 2017 · By the time he founded his own business, Shozaburo Shimano had already decided to produce free wheels. Of all bicycle components, free wheels entailed the highest level of technology to produce.
