We’ve refined this system over 60 years of development, aiming to create easy-to-use functionality, and a safe and stable design.
Yurihonjo City Cultural Center KADARE
Kamaishi Civic Hall TETTO
Aeruwa Hall, AERUWA
Kure Kizuna Hall
Hachijo Town Government Hall OJARE
Retractable seating (also known as telescopic seating) is a system in which audience seating can be retracted and stored in a wall, or below a stage. These systems allow for multi-purpose use of a space in a way which wasn’t possible with fixed audience seating. Some systems allow all the seating to be moved or removed, meaning the venue can be completely customized for each event. From professional theatres to sports venues, the optimum viewing environment for the type and scale of event can be created. Kotobuki Seating’s retractable seating has constantly evolved, with the aim of creating easy-to-use functionality, and a safe and stable design. With high quality recognized both in Japan and abroad, this system is used in a wide variety of facilities.
Quickly and safely create a seating layout perfect for every use, including lectures, ceremonies, theatre, concerts, sports, and more.
When retracted, the system is stored within a wall, blending with the design of the room, and allowing for use of the space for parties or exhibitions.
The automatic system can be opened or retracted quickly using a switch on the remote. The system uses very little power, making it highly cost effective.
* For in-wall storage 10 rows, 200 seats (Does not include time for manual setup of handrails)
In the 40 years since we installed the first fully automatic telescopic seating system in Japan, we have continued to improve our design, and have now installed over 1,800 systems. Development of the system will continue as we move forward.
Even fully automatic telescopic seating systems delivered 30 years ago are still in perfect working order. Systems are warrantied for one year after installation. Following this, we recommend a contract for maintenance and inspection. With a contract, we will conduct regular inspections and maintenance one or two times a year (depending on frequency of use and number of seats), preserving functionality and preventing issues.
We accept phone calls 24 hours a day, every day of the year. If issues cannot be resolved over the phone, one of our team will come and visit in person.
*This applies for support within Japan. Please ask us for information about receiving support abroad.
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We have a responsibility as a manufacturer in Japan, a country known for earthquakes. By maintaining strict safety standards, and by conducting durability testing of our moveable seating systems, we can provide a level of strength and durability which is the highest in Japan. We developed a stable system for expansion and retraction, by using deck trusses verified for safety, connecting at both the front and back. The excellent safety of the system is demonstrated by the lack of even one fall or collapse accident related to a large-scale earthquake.
There are over 50 different color variations available. In addition to plain colors, seating can also be decorated with a gradient to add an accent to the space. With a custom order, it’s also possible to change the upholstery or add a pattern to create a branded look specifically for the location.
*Depending on the type of seat, the colors and the type and number of fabrics which can be used will change
Tiered audience seating delivered and installed as a fully automatic system. Moveable audience seating which can work in a wide range of facilities from theatres to arenas.
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Power operated seating platform, opened and closed using motors. Manual (non-power operated) seating platform, opened and closed by hand.