| 1932: |
The founder (Sutematsu Kumamoto) launched the business. It started out as a pottery manufacturer under the name of Banko Shinko Yogyosho at Mitsuya (present-day Mitsuya-cho, Yokkaichi City). |
| 1942: |
Renamed Banko Shinko Yogyosho Limited. |
| 1955: |
“Sumi-kannyu” series presented. |
| 1960: |
Renamed Ginpo Toki Limited. |
| 1961: |
A tunnel kiln for calcination is introduced. |
| 1964: |
Reorganized and renamed Ginpo Co., Ltd. |
| 1972: |
“Hana-mishima” series presented. |
| 1990: |
Fully automatic forming machines are introduced. |
| 1995: |
A new two-story factory is completed. |
| 1996: |
The tunnel kiln for calcination (controlled with a computer) becomes automated. |
| 1997: |
“Kyo-mishima” series presented. Fully automatic forming machines are introduced. |
| 2000: |
Acquired ISO 9001 certification, an international standard. (Certificated by ULDQS.) |
| 2009: |
Patent obtained for IH-enabled earthen pot “Plate System.” |
| 2011: |
“KIKKA” series presented. |
| 2012: |
“BLISSIO” series presented. |
| 2013: |
“Sumi-kannyu” series and “Hana-mishima” series are approved as Mie brands. |
