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In 1970

Hiroichi Kubo started his business.

In 1972

Hiroichi Kubo, 29 years old, established Central Industry Corporation (formerly known as Cogit Corporation.)

Basutoppu (Bath stop) launched and is hugely successful.

In 1973

The office is moved to Miyakojima-ku, Osaka.

Jitensya kaba (Bike cover) launched.
Chidoribunko (Folded cloth wrapping case for kimonos) launched.

In 1974

Hikami Factory and Yao Factory start operation.

Zabuton bukuro, Futon bukuro and Kimono Baggu (Bags for Zabutons, Futons and Kimonos) launched.

In 1975

Hoon chokki (Warm Vest) launched.
Mofu bukuro (Blanket bag) launched.
Irui no setchaku tepu (Clothing adhesive tape) launched.

In 1976

Overseas imports begins.

Umo chokki (Feather vest) launched.
Kutsu kurin (Shoe cleaner) launched.

In 1977

The office is moved to Jyoto-ku, Osaka.
Non-store retailing starts and spreads.
Factories established in Okayama, Wake, Nara and Wakayama etc.

Sanpatsu manto (Barber cape) launched.
Tisshu kaba (Tissue box cover) launched.

In1978

Consignment store and pop-up store sales channels start.

Kigae seiri baggu (Travel packing organizer for clothes) launched.
Tansu shikiri ita (Drawer divider) launched.

In 1979

OEM agreement started with FranceBed Co., Ltd.

Ashi raku (Portable folding chair) launched.
Daun jaketto and Daun besuto (Down jacket and vest) launched.
Sokoff (Pot and pan cleaner) launched.

In 1980

Boshi techo kaba (Maternal and child health handbook cover) launched.

In 1981

The office is moved to Tsurumi-ku, Osaka.
Production and sales of luxury duvets begin.
Planning and Development department established.
Consumer co-operatives sales channels opened.

Baggu-in-baggu (Bag-in-bag) launched.
Shojo arubamu (Album for certificate) launched.
Chibi kutsu rakku (Kids shoe rack) launched.

In 1983

Attakaneko (Cat shaped stuffed animal case for disposable hand warmer) launched.
Smoke clean (Ashtray) launched.

In 1986

Naruhodo za sokkusu (Socks) launched.

In 1988

Shitabara beruto (Belly band) launched.

In 1990

Company name is changed to Cogit Corporation.

Taoru BOX kiruto (Quilted towel box) launched.
Kotsuban beruto (Pelvis band) launched.

In 1992

Kotatsu tsugiashi goronekko (Cat-paw shaped height adjuster for kotatsu desks) launched.
Furogama senjoki basta (Bathtub drain cleaning pipe) launched.

In 1993

Hiza sapota (Knee supporter) launched.
Kedama tori (Lint remover) launched.

In 1994

Home video aerobics (Aerobics home video) launched.

In 1995

Logistics center CLC established in Mihamra, Osaka.

Shashin sutokka (Photo storage box) launched.
Tokakuni beruto (Waist trainer) is a big hit.

In 1996

Headquarters renovated.

Attaka furiisu besuto (Warm fleece vest) launched.
Isukaba harikae kitto (Tools for reupholstering chairs) launched.

In 1997

Mokusei rimokon BOX (Wooden remote control storage box) launched.

In 1998

Mokusei sesuji sutoretcha (Wooden back stretcher) launched.
Toireroru sutokka (Toilet paper stocker) launched.

In 1999

Kodama surippa (Massage slippers with wooden ball) launched.
Mayuge tattoo (Eyebrow tattoo pen) launched.
Sentakuso ocha kuriin (Washing machine tea tank cleaner) launched.

In 2000

Tokyo branch office opened in Ebisu, shibuya-ku, Tokyo.

Wan tatchi kona rakku (One-touch corner rack) launched.
Kodo shunoki (Cable cover) launched.

In 2001

ISO9001 certified.
Quality Control Department set up at CLC Logistics Center.

Mokusaku jueki shiito (Wood vinegar and tree sap foot sheets) launched.
Piiringu taoru (Exfoliating towel) launched.

In 2002

Futonyo sojiki netto (Vacuum cleaner head cover for futon) launched.
Dentaru piiringu suteikku (Dntal peeling stick) launched.
Marvel gel launched.

In 2003

Headquarters' building expanded.

Tonyu shiriizu (Soy milk product series) launched.
Mirakuru bura (Miracle bra) launched.
Shoshu butsu (Rabbit shaped boots keeper) launched.

In 2004

Headquarters relocated to Chuo-ku, Osaka.

Baio shiriizu (Bio products series) launched.
Henna shiriizu (Henna hair product series) launched.

In 2005

Old headquarters’ building renovated and Logistics Center (CLC Hanaten) established.
Tokyo branch office is relocated to Meguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo.

Omoiyari zashiki isu (Chair for tatami mat room) launched.
Rakuchin enza (Donut shaped cushion) launched.
Onsen pochi (Toiletries pouch) launched.

In 2006

Logistics Center is relocated to Izumiotsu (CLC Sakai).

Gohonyubi surippa (Five-toed slippers) launched.
Geruma Onyokuishi (Germanium bathing balls) launched.
Rakuraku fan hiita kyarii (Casters for a fan heater) launched.

In 2007

Logistics Center (CLC Wakayama) established.

Cell roller (Cellulite roller) launched.

In 2008

Roller series is a big seller.

In 2009

Kakushitsu fuppii pakku (Foot peeling pack) launched.
Bikyaku hiiruappu butsu in (Height increasing insoles) launched.

In 2010

The 40th anniversary of the foundation of Cogit.
CLC Sakai is moved to Hamadera, Osaka.

Model walker belt (Detachable clear shoe band) launched.
Boots fur launched.

In 2011

Surarisu (Comfort insoles) launched.
Bagel cushion launched.

In 2012

Headquarters relocated to Nishihommachi, Nishi-ku, Osaka.

Nerudake kotsuban sutairu makura (Pelvic stretching pillow) launched.

In 2013

Shinichiro Kubo becomes CEO.

Koshi suppori suwareru mofu (Chair cushion blanket) launched.
Eakon shitsugaiki tento (Air conditioner outdoor unit cover) launched.

In 2014

Kezumari gossori paipu shokunin (Drain cleaning snake brush) launched.

In 2015

Tokyo branch office moved to Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo.

Boa neck roll launched.
Stole clip launched.
Bata piira naifu (Butter peeling knife) launched.
Sarafity (Disposable underarm sweat guard) launched.
Easy Styler series launched.

In 2016

Tamokuteki haikibutsu nokogiri (Multi purpose saw) launched.
Koso haigo kakushitsu poroporo menbo (Cotton swab with enzyme to exfoliate) launched.

In 2017

Usuku tatameru araioke (Foldable bucket) launched.
Kaikyaku cushion (Hip joint stretching cushion) launched.

In 2018

Bejishaki chan (Sticks to keep vegetables fresh longer) launched.
Mitchaku jieru kabitori sensei (Mold remover gel) launched.

In 2019

USB SUGAR IRON launched.
W-GEL CUSHION HANENITE launched.

In 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
Logistics center, CLC Corporation was incorporated.

Spiral sheets hanger launched.
Hat face shield launched.