UD Basic Philosophy

A public standard aiming for it being possible for everyone to use easily.
KOTOBUKI SEATING is producing an evolved form of gentleness.

Universal design allows objects to be used easily by everyone.

The basic concept of universal design (UD) is to make (design) objects aiming for it being possible for even more people to use them by taking into account differences in age, gender and physical characteristics. Facilitating accessibility for people who have difficulty moving freely is currently considered one form of UD. KOTOBUKI SEATING has continually pursued ease of use by everyone from various perspectives as one with our customers throughout our 100-year history. This is the history of repeated dialogue and verification.

KOTOBUKI SEATING UD Concept

Basic Policy

Everyone　⇒　Can use easily　⇒　Can use safely　⇒　Can use for a long time

Product Development

Initiatives 　⇒　UD idea　⇒　Variations　⇒　To a UD environment

KOTOBUKI SEATING fulfills the conditions of UD one by one.

KOTOBUKI SEATING makes products by incorporating realizations and new ideas so that each user can enjoy comfort. We thoroughly pursue the following conditions: Everyone must be able to use it fairly. Everyone must be able to use it according to the time and situation. It must be possible to immediately understand how to use it easily. It should not be dangerous even if used incorrectly. It should be possible to use it without excessive force.
KOTOBUKI SEATING will continue to flexibly capture the latest information by utilizing our network of experts in each field and industry-academia collaboration. At the same time, we will further strengthen our own UD infrastructure.

Comfortable seating is derived from verification.

The UD design of KOTOBUKI SEATING is embodied through verification repeated many times based on scientific data on comfort. The superiority of the seats of KOTOBUKI SEATING is proven in the Body Pressure Distribution Data Diagram on the below. As shown in the body pressure distribution, pressure is distributed relatively evenly centered around ischium in the seat. We can see that pressure is received across the entire rear surface on the back. This shows that there is a strong feeling of fit. This body pressure distribution measurement reveals that pressure is received as though enveloping the entire bottom. Accordingly, it does not hurt your bottom even if you sit for a long time and the tip of the seat does not cause a feeling of pressure on the back of your thighs. Therefore, sitting feels extremely comfortable.

*The body pressure distribution is measured on a cushioned seat. There are differences depending on physique and other factors. Therefore, we have stylized the above for the explanation.

Enhanced monitoring for fitting.

We use repeat verification using actual products and then deepen dialogue with users to reflect even small issues into the product. This is a major feature of KOTOBUKI SEATING. We clear issues through dialogue with users and verification with users. This directly connects to new proposals.