Kawasaki Heavy Industries has released the latest installment of its corporate brand film series, "Kawaru, Saki e." Narrated by Trauden Naomi (トラウデン 直美), the film depicts the company's history to date and its vision for the future.
On 13 October 2026, Kawasaki Heavy Industries released "Toward What Comes Next: 130th Anniversary," the latest installment in its corporate brand film series "Kawaru, Saki e." A YouTube URL was provided as a viewing link, and the film looks back on the company's 130-year history while depicting a future in which a hydrogen society and physical AI play active roles.
The company is scheduled to mark its 130th anniversary on 15 October 2026. Through the production of this film commemorating the milestone, it expresses the company's DNA through a spirit of taking on the challenge of resolving social issues. The film also shows the foundations of the business built by its founder, Kawasaki Shozo (川崎 正蔵), and its first president, Matsukata Kojiro (松方 幸次郎), as well as initiatives aimed at addressing labor shortages in the caregiving, welfare and industrial sectors.
The film's production includes a set featuring a space lined with historical photographs reflecting the aspirations of the first president, as well as staging inspired by the Matsukata Collection. These elements are said to demonstrate the connection between the founder's DNA and the use of modern technology to resolve social issues. Information about the special website and official YouTube channel was also provided.