On May 25, 2026, the Asahi Shimbun Publishing's "AERA" featured a corner titled "God of the Workplace," where our CEO, Kengo Fujii, was introduced. He discussed the inspiration behind the development of the simple flood barrier "Flood Guard F," his passion for manufacturing, and our current efforts in disaster prevention. The article highlights the thoughts and intentions behind our company's business and products, so please take a look.

We delivered Flood Guard F to Shinagawa Ward's 2nd Nobeyama Elementary School in Tokyo. Concerns were raised not only about damage to classrooms and hallways but also to electrical equipment and supplies, as well as a potential decline in functionality as an evacuation center, necessitating enhanced preemptive measures. In this context, Flood Guard was introduced due to its easy installation without tools, quick setup time, and user-friendly operation that can be managed by teaching staff, making it suitable for incorporation into daily educational activities and disaster prevention training. It contributes to ensuring the safety of students and maintaining the functionality of the facility.

We have published the "Implementation Case Study Collection 2026," which summarizes the introduction examples of the simple type water stop board "Flood Guard F." This case study collection introduces the background and usage examples of its implementation in various locations such as schools, medical facilities, commercial buildings, and underground parking lots. Please use it as a reference material for considering flood prevention measures and implementation. We will continue to deliver products and information that contribute to creating a safe and secure environment.

Fujikogyo Co., Ltd. (Hyogo Prefecture, Kakogawa City) has been awarded the Grand Prize in the Disaster Prevention Goods Awards, Category of Disaster Prevention Products, at the 7th event. The reasons for receiving the Grand Prize are based on the following points: - Lightweight and high performance - Rapid installation and removal - Cost performance with repeat usability - Adaptability to urban inland flooding As for future initiatives: ■ Product improvement and lineup enhancement - We are pursuing designs that are even lighter and more high-performing, aiming for further improvements in convenience and water-stopping performance. ■ Expansion of achievements and development of new application scenarios - We have surpassed 110,000 units in implementation and are actively promoting the spread of our equipment. - Applications beyond disaster prevention In resource recovery sites, flood guards are being applied to assist in adjusting river flow rates and upstream movement. - Demonstrations overseas In April 2025, our product will be used in an EV fire response demonstration at a fire station in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receiving high praise from firefighters for its ease of use and excellent water-stopping performance. ■ Diversification of sales and information dissemination strategies From 2024, we are widely recruiting new agents on a national scale to strengthen our distribution network, utilizing information dissemination through actual usage scenes such as photos and videos from users.

Recently, the flood prevention product, the simple type water stop board "Flood Guard F," which has been featured in the media and has become a topic of discussion for preventing heavy rain and flooding damage. Sandbags are heavy and require time and effort to set up, but the Flood Guard F can be easily carried by women or children, and no additional tools are needed for installation! It is easy to use, allowing for a quick response in case of emergency. We encourage you to try holding it once and experience the difference compared to sandbags.

Recently, the simple flood barrier "Flood Guard" was featured on the NTV NEWS24 program. With the approach of a typhoon and an increase in disaster prevention awareness, inquiries are rising not only from municipalities and businesses but also from individuals.

On August 28 (Wednesday), the simple flood barrier "Flood Guard" was broadcasted on MBS Mainichi Broadcasting. This typhoon was very slow-moving and large. We received many inquiries from viewers wanting to quickly install the Flood Guard before the typhoon arrived. Thank you very much. At Fuji Kogyo Co., Ltd., professional agents will always conduct a site survey before proposing the optimal number of units. It is meaningless if even a little water leaks. We will do our best to help reduce flood damage and support the safe and secure lives of as many people as possible.

The other day, on August 28 (Wednesday), Yomiuri Television's "Kansai Information Network ten" featured the simple flood barrier, Flood Guard. We introduced the Flood Guard used by Yubiron Fact Co., Ltd. The broadcast clearly explained the water-stopping performance of the Flood Guard. By using not only the flood barrier but also sandbags together, flood damage can be further reduced.

The other day, on August 23rd (Friday), the Asahi TV program "Good! Morning" featured the Fujikogyo Co., Ltd. simple type water stop board 'Flood Guard F'. The broadcast aired as a typhoon was approaching, leading to a surge of inquiries from many viewers.

To reduce the increasing damage from flooding every year and to support the creation of a safe and secure living environment, we want to maximize the appeal of the Flood Guard F's water-stopping ability and its easy installation. Actual images and videos of its use will be powerful assets! Therefore... We are recruiting monitors for the simple water-stopping board "Flood Guard F"! [Request Details] We are looking for valuable monitors who can take photos and videos of the Flood Guard F in use during flooding events. We understand that such damage should not occur, but because it does not happen frequently, it will provide very valuable information. Could we count on your support? For more details, please visit our company website.

We will be exhibiting the simple type flood barrier "Flood Guard F" at Booth No. 43 of the Kinki Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry and Kansai Monozukuri New Selection.

In April, the emergency drill for provincial-level transportation incidents in 2024 was held, which marked the official start of the introduction of Flood Guard F in China. Recently, we delivered 750 units of FZ80 and 60 units of FZ50 to two companies in Tianjin, as well as 900 units of FZ50. Additionally, we won the bid for the flood barrier project in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province (19,000 units of FZ80), and will begin deliveries in late June. Since April, many bidding specifications for flood barriers from Chinese municipalities have included the unique standards of Flood Guard F. We anticipate an increase in municipal projects and will expand our production system by establishing new molds and securing workers. In the future, we will promote the introduction of Flood Guard F not only in Japan and China but also to countries affected by flood damage.

Our representative, Fujii, visited the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) in the Philippines and had a discussion about disaster prevention with Director Ariel. He mentioned that, like Japan, the Philippines suffers from many flood-related damages, and that measures to mitigate flood damage should be addressed promptly. We will continue to exchange opinions and work towards reducing flood damage in both countries.

We will be exhibiting the simple flood barrier 'Flood Guard F' at the Sogo & Seibu booth. In recent years, the number of flooding incidents due to sudden heavy rains and typhoons has been increasing nationwide. Flooding in basements accounts for about 60% of water damage cases. Traditional sandbags are difficult to prepare, transport, and install. The Flood Guard F, a simple flood barrier that anyone can easily install to prevent basement flooding, is lightweight and made of ABS resin, providing strong durability and compact storage, so it does not take up space when not in use. It is an environmentally friendly material recycling product that emphasizes Reduce (high durability), Reuse (reusing), and Recycle (recycling).

Hyogo Prefecture, Import Car and Supercar Dealer, LAZO We provided FZ50, FT50, FJ50, FG50, and FS50. They adopted a double protection system with a double installation. 【Comment from the President of LAZO】 "Previously, the nearby river flooded, and we had a plan to evacuate cars to the rooftop parking lot of a nearby supermarket in case of an emergency. Fortunately, since opening this store, we have not experienced any disasters that would cause flooding. However, during heavy rain or typhoons, I was worried and couldn't sleep at night. The cars in stock are highly valuable and some have appreciated in value. While that is important, the most crucial thing is the cars entrusted to us by our customers, and we must absolutely avoid any damage. With the installation of Fuji Steel's Flood Guard F, I feel I can sleep peacefully. What I like about it is that it is physically easier than stacking sandbags and looks good when lined up! Since we sell supercars, the appearance of the store is also important when customers see it." ● Flow until delivery Inquiry ⇒ On-site measurement ⇒ Quotation ⇒ Contract ⇒ Delivery

Fujikogyo Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce that it has joined the "Disaster Prevention Consortium CORE," which is composed of a diverse range of companies and organizations across various industries. Our product, the simple type water stop board "Flood Guard F," is characterized by its ability to reduce flooding damage simply by being placed without the need for prior construction, and it has a proven track record of use in many municipalities, companies, and hospitals. By joining the consortium, we will promote the establishment of collaborative systems necessary for cooperation with national and local governments, and we will work to enhance the implementation of measures related to the four elements of disaster prevention and reduction (understanding the current situation, implementing countermeasures, evacuation, and rebuilding lives), thereby contributing to the creation of a resilient society that can withstand disasters.

We are pleased to announce that the FZ50 of the simple type water stop board Flood Guard has been selected for the "2023 Good Design Award" organized by the Japan Design Promotion Association. The "Good Design Award" is Japan's only comprehensive design evaluation and recommendation initiative, inheriting the "Good Design Product Selection System" (commonly known as the G Mark System) established by the former Ministry of International Trade and Industry in 1957. Its purpose is not merely to compete for the beauty of objects but to discover and widely communicate designs that enhance industrial development and the quality of life across various fields around us. The FZ50 was awarded not only for its functionality but also for its design appeal among numerous submitted products. Evaluation comments from the judges: The damage caused by floods is becoming increasingly serious day by day. In low-lying urban areas, rainwater rushes in all at once, entering underground spaces and interiors, causing significant damage. Traditionally, attempts were made to prevent flooding using sandbags, but they did not yield significant results. This design is structurally durable and stable, and its ease of connection allows for efficient blocking of rainwater. It is a timely design that is much needed.

We are pleased to announce that our product, the Simple Water Stop Board Flood Guard F, model FZ50, has been selected for the "2023 Good Design Award" organized by the Japan Design Promotion Association. The "Good Design Award" is Japan's only comprehensive design evaluation and recommendation initiative that inherits the "Good Design Product Selection System" (commonly known as the G-Mark system), established by the former Ministry of International Trade and Industry in 1957. Its purpose is not merely to compete for the beauty of objects but to discover and widely communicate designs that enhance industrial development and the quality of life across various fields. The FZ50 was awarded not only for its functionality but also for its design appeal among numerous submitted products. Evaluation comments from the judges: The damage caused by floods is becoming increasingly serious day by day. In low-lying urban areas, rainwater rushes in all at once, entering underground spaces and interiors, causing significant damage. Traditionally, attempts to prevent flooding have been made using sandbags, but they have not shown significant effectiveness. This design is structurally durable and stable, and its easy connectivity allows for efficient blocking of rainwater. It is a timely design that is much needed.

Fujikogyo Co., Ltd. (President: Kengo Fujii) is pleased to announce that our simple water stop board, "Flood Guard F," has been selected for the "Kansai Manufacturing Selection 2023," which was announced by the Kinki Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry on January 19 (Thursday). The "Kansai Manufacturing Selection" is an initiative to support the business expansion of products and technologies developed independently by small and medium-sized enterprises in the Kansai region. Products and technologies developed by these companies, as well as the business models utilizing them, are evaluated by a selection committee composed of experts. As a result, particularly "excellent" and "marketable" products and technologies, as well as "new" and "profitable" business models, are selected as part of the "Kansai Manufacturing Selection." The Flood Guard F was proudly selected from numerous applicants in the field of "disaster prevention and security."

We have added new cases to the Flood Guard F implementation case study collection!

Due to heavy rain that continued from July 16 in Henan Province, China, many areas, including the provincial capital Zhengzhou, suffered flooding damage, affecting 1.2 million people. In Henan Province, our F50 was used, and we obtained surveillance camera footage from July 22. Since it is surveillance camera footage, the images are not clear, but the roadside is flooded while the building side has not suffered water damage.

We will exhibit at the 3rd Xiamen Disaster Prevention, Mitigation, and Emergency Rescue Technology Equipment Exhibition held by our Chinese joint venture in Xiamen, Fujian Province. We will showcase the new Flood Guard F water stop boards: FZ50, FT50, FG50, and FS50.

We are entering a season where heavy rain is likely to occur. The Arakawa River, which flows through areas like Tokyo, is expected to cause significant damage, including in urban areas, if it floods. However, a certain location in Adachi Ward is considered one of the "weak points" of the levee. For the first time, a training exercise was conducted there to prevent the river from flooding. On May 28, the "Adachi Ward Keisei Main Line Arakawa Bridge Flood Prevention Training" was held, using the Flood Guard F80, and the event was reported by various media outlets.

Morita Booth Co., Ltd. (Booth Number: 19-1) We will be exhibiting the new flood control board, Flood Guard F, including models FZ50, FT50, FG50, and FS50. Our company staff will also be present on the day, and you are welcome to ask any questions regarding flood control. We invite you to visit us and experience the tangible difference for yourself.

The commercial for Flood Guard F will be aired every Tuesday at 17:55 on the program "Weekly Feeling! PV" before the San TV Tuesday Night Game.

We will be exhibiting at the 5th Kansai Agricultural Materials EXPO, held at Intex Osaka from March 8 to 10. We will showcase the simple type water stop plate "Flood Guard F" at the Nittetsu Bussan Wire & Welding booth (booth number 3-5). We will display all F50 products and the newly launched FZ80 from last month. Please take this opportunity to see our products up close. We look forward to your visit.

Next-generation flood barrier to replace sandbags! The Flood Guard F80 is a type of simple flood barrier that can be connected and installed according to the location. The F80 is self-supporting and does not require installation rail construction, making it very economical. The main product, the FZ80, is made of ABS resin and weighs about 8 kg, which is approximately 60% lighter than a bag of sand, allowing for installation by women and the elderly. It has a maximum flood height of 81 cm, making it suitable for floor flooding. The basic structure is shared with the F50, offering flood prevention capabilities and durability that far exceed those of sandbags.

We will be showcasing the new Flood Guard F water stop board FZ50, FT50, FG50, and FS50. Our company staff will also be present on the day, and you can ask any questions regarding flood control. We invite you to visit us and experience the tangible difference for yourself. Seibu/Sogo Booth, Booth Number: 7-20

Exhibition of the new type flood guard board, Flood Guard F. You can see FZ50, FT50, FG50, and FS50. Please feel free to take a look and confirm the differences! We sincerely look forward to your visit. Booth number: S-05, Outdoor-2.

A new lineup of the simple flood barrier Flood Guard F, which helps reduce damage from sudden guerrilla downpours and typhoon flooding! The Flood Guard F65 has a water stop height of 65CM! It has less leakage than sandbags and is more cost-effective than electric flood barriers.