Our History

Founded in 1910, Kanematsu USA Inc., a subsidiary of the Kanematsu Corporation, has been an American company as long as or longer than most well-known American corporations. Today, Kanematsu’s network of companies is now comprised of offices in over 50 cities with worldwide sales over $6 billion.

Kanematsu Corporation of Japan

Kanematsu Corporation is one of the oldest companies in Japan. We are a true business creator, committed to the constant evolution of the functions of a global company. With a founder’s pioneering spirit and entrepreneurial ingenuity, Kanematsu Corporation, through new business creation and development, establishes solid relationships and pursues mutual growth with customers. Founded in 1889, Kanematsu’s major business areas include IT related products, electronics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, specialty steels, grains, foodstuffs and aerospace.

Somerset Branch

Since 1985, Kanematsu USA’s Somerset Branch has served as the cornerstone of our North American digital imaging operations, supporting some of the most respected brands in the credential and photo printing markets. As one of the top global suppliers of event credential issuance printers, we proudly offer Swiftpro, Team NiSCA, and SwiftColor—recognized leaders in secure ID and credential solutions. From government agencies to major live events, our products help power credentialing systems around the world.

In the photo printing space, our team also supports Sinfonia Photo and SwiftFoto, serving professional photographers, photo booth operators, and event companies with reliable, high-quality dye-sublimation printers designed for fast, beautiful prints.

Located in Central New Jersey, just north of Princeton, the Somerset Branch is known for its responsive support, deep product knowledge, and commitment to serving our partners and customers. With a strong foundation in international trade and a reputation for excellence, our team is proud to deliver best-in-class service for some of the industry’s most trusted printing technologies.

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Our History

Gosho

Kanematsu

Kanematsu - Gosho

Kanematsu USA, Inc.

1910

Gosho's branch office established in Fort Worth, Texas

1912

Crawford Gosho Co., Ltd. established in Austin, Texas

1916

Gosho Company established in Fort Worth, Texas

1917

Gosho Company becomes Gosho, Inc.

1936

New York office established

1941

New York office becomes Kanematsu Trading Corporation

1951

New York office becomes Kanematsu USA, Inc.

1967

Kanematsu and Gosho join as Kanematsu-Gosho USA, Inc. (KGUSA)

1990

Kanematsu -Gosho (USA) Inc. becomes Kanematsu USA, Inc.

2021

Chicago Head Office have moved into the new location

Founder: Fusajiro Kanematsu

Founder: Fusajiro Kanematsu

The building where Kanematsu's New York office was located at the time

The building where Kanematsu's New York office was located at the time

Chicago Head Office

Chicago Head Office