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Flexible, Fast-Turnaround YKK Zipper Processing and Sales Service

Sankyo Fastener Co., Ltd.

One of Japan's largest inventories of YKK zippers for custom processing and sales to meet your needs

We are an authorized distributor of YKK, the world's leading zipper manufacturer. As one of the few companies in Japan equipped with YKK's zipper processing machinery, we handle both metal and plastic zippers in-house. With one of the largest inventories in the country (hundreds of thousands of meters in stock at all times) and in-house processing capabilities, we deliver authentic YKK zippers with fast turnaround times.

For stocked items, closed-end zippers can be shipped in as little as one business day. For open-end zippers, which are in high demand in the apparel industry, we maintain a constant stock of long-length zippers (80 cm or more), and by cutting them to your specified size, we significantly reduce lead times. This allows us to respond quickly to urgent orders, such as those for trade shows, samples, or additional production runs.

Our extensive product knowledge and experience enable us to meet tight deadlines while delivering solutions tailored to your needs. By leveraging our services, you can minimize lost opportunities and ensure timely delivery for your projects.

Craftsman making a sample

A flexible processing system combining skilled craftsmanship and automated machinery

YKK provides our company with a wide range of zipper processing machines designed for various applications. We strategically use both automated equipment and handcrafted techniques, depending on order size and delivery timelines. This flexibility, paired with our large inventory, allows us to quickly adapt to customer needs and deliver customized solutions.

The growing demand for diverse product types, small-lot orders, and fast turnarounds has made the expertise of our skilled craftsmen and manual machines more critical than ever. Our artisans, who manually cut and finish zipper chains, achieve unmatched precision and speed—even outperforming the latest automated machines.

By leveraging this unique system, we can fine-tune existing zippers or create new combinations, offering optimal solutions that perfectly match your brand’s vision. Our services are especially valued for:

- Sample production for exhibitions
- Short lead-time manufacturing
- Flexible production in both small and large lots

Sample rack for Excella^®

Extensive inventory and proposal capabilities backed by 50 years of expertise

We stock a wide range of YKK zipper brands, including Excella^®, Everbright^®, Metal, AquaGuard^®, Coil, and Vislon^®. In particular, we carry the largest selection of Excella^® chains and sliders—trusted by luxury brands worldwide—enabling us to meet diverse customer demands with speed and precision.

At our company, we maintain an inventory of over 200 zipper chain colors for each brand, ensuring fast response times for delivery schedules and color changes. When it comes to customizing colors and lengths, we can offer variations that other companies often struggle to provide.

For mass production, which accounts for over 90% of our stock, we keep at least 300 meters per color and, for items with the largest quantities, several thousand meters per brand. For small-lot orders under 100 meters, our inventory is efficiently managed on wall racks, allowing for immediate processing.

Additionally, we excel at identifying and addressing needs that customers may not have fully recognized. Through careful consultation, we uncover hidden challenges and provide tailored solutions. With 50 years of experience, we bring deep knowledge of zippers and garment accessories, particularly in the apparel and sewn goods industries. We understand the unique challenges faced by brands and manufacturers—whether related to delivery schedules, cost, or design limitations—and are here to help. Feel free to reach out to us for any inquiries.

Transaction track record in Japan and abroad

With 50 years of experience in accessory sales, we have built an extensive network of partnerships across various industries. In the sewn goods sector—particularly for bags, wallets, and other leather goods—we have established business relationships with over 400 manufacturers and factories, primarily in Japan, China, Vietnam, and Thailand. Through these partnerships, we not only supply high-quality materials but also act as a total solutions provider, working tirelessly to meet our clients' diverse needs and contribute to their growth.

Our customers have shared positive feedback, stating:

"Their ability to process materials in-house and their unique expertise as a distributor make their sales team extremely knowledgeable and helpful."
"Since they handle zipper processing themselves, they are reliable in urgent situations and when unexpected issues arise."
"Every staff member is skilled in processing, allowing them to assess feasibility and provide immediate answers on sample lead times and order possibilities."

Leveraging our long-standing expertise in accessory processing, we create custom-designed accessories and add value through secondary processing of existing parts. Even within YKK fastening products, we offer customized pull tabs, bottom stops, and printed zippers to meet unique design needs.

By utilizing our extensive parts inventory, proprietary processing techniques, and sewing network, we also manufacture tailored goods based on customer requirements. From promotional items to leather goods, we offer a wide range of OEM production solutions for original products.

URL (Japanese):https://www.sankyo-f.co.jp/

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