Kamei Shoten（a predecessor of LIC） was established in Osaka as a business engaged in the import, sale, and installation of Western interior furnishings, including wool textiles, curtains, wallpapers, carpets, and furniture.
ABOUT US
Creating new value by connecting
the world through innovation
OUR BUSINESS
Your Trusted Partner in
Japanese Interior Materials
LIC is a comprehensive trading company specializing in interior and building materials, serving as a bridge between premium Japanese manufacturers and global construction professionals.
As part of the TOLI Corporation Group, we leverage nearly 140 years of industry expertise and partnerships with over 700 manufacturers to deliver exceptional interior solutions worldwide.
SERVICE
Comprehensive Interior Solutions
Overview of LIC's business operations as a comprehensive trading company specializing in interior and building materials.
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Handling a wide range of inquiries
Building on the knowledge and expertise cultivated over more than 100 years, we respond swiftly to a wide range of requests.
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Consulting & Providing solutions
From our network of over 700 manufacturers, we propose the most suitable products tailored to your needs.
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Order processing &Transportation
We arrange delivery using the most suitable transportation method based on your requirements, desired delivery time, and budget.
OUR LINEUP
Products
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Window Furnishing
Products
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Flooring
Carpets
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Wall Coverings
Decorative Films
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Accessories
Hardware
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Furniture
Office Equipment
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Electrical Materials
Lighting
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Building Materials
Housing Equipment
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Exterior Products
and Others
COMPANY INFORMATION
Corporate Profile
- Company Name
- LIC Co., Ltd.
- Established
- 1884
- Location
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[Head Office]
3-30-5 Tarumicho, Suita-shi Osaka 564-0062, Japan
TEL: +81-6-6310-3110 FAX: +81-6-6310-3113[Overseas Business Office]
3F Masudaya Building 2-6-4 Kuramae, Taito-ku Tokyo 111-0051, Japan
TEL: +81-3-6328-1103 FAX: +81-3-5825-7320 - CEO
- Toshiki Murayama
- Capital
- JPY 221,000,000
History
Our Journey
Matsui Jin Shoten （a predecessor of LIC）was established in Osaka and later changed its corporate name to Matsui Jin Shoten Co., Ltd.
Toko Co., Ltd. （a predecessor of LIC）was established in Ginza, Tokyo. Beginning in the 1950s, the company started selling carpets, curtains, blinds, and related products.
As preparations for Expo ’70 Osaka progressed, we undertook interior work for the Telecommunications Pavilion, Gas Pavilion, and New Zealand Pavilion. During this time, we carried out Japan’s first installation of tile carpet.
LIC Co., Ltd. was established through the merger of Kamei Co., Ltd., Toko Co., Ltd., and Matsui Jin Co., Ltd.
As part of our 10th anniversary project (125th anniversary since our founding), we held a nationwide exhibition (LIC Fair 2008) and exhibited at JAPANTEX 2008.
Published the original catalog “Graphic Collection”.
Relocated the head office to Suita, Osaka.
Started global business operations.
Participated in Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, contributing to the interior works of overseas pavilions including those of Korea, Canada, and Hungary.
Message from CEO
We, LIC Co., Ltd., were established in April 1999 through the merger of three interior product wholesale companies. Tracing back to our predecessors, we carry a history of more than 140 years. Our origins began with the sales of textiles, carpets, and imported interior decorative products, and we have continued to grow alongside the evolution of the interior business industry. Throughout this long history, we have continuously transformed and evolved in response to the changing times.
Today, we have further expanded our business fields to include housing equipment and building materials, positioning ourselves as a comprehensive trading company for interior products, housing equipment, and building materials. Guided by our mission, “Enriching people’s lives and hearts through inspiring space creation,” we strive to deliver greater value to society. At the same time, we place importance on the values shared by all employees and continue challenging ourselves to “create new value through the power of connection and innovation,” while growing together with our customers and business partners.
Japanese society has undergone significant changes since the post-war period of rapid economic growth. As living standards improved, the quality and influence of living spaces on people’s lives evolved dramatically. After entering a mature stage, Japan is now facing a declining birthrate, an aging population, and a serious population decrease, bringing about major shifts in lifestyles and values. Responding to these changing needs for comfort and prosperity, and providing living spaces suited to each era, remains one of our most important responsibilities.
Moving forward, we will continue to strengthen our supply chain function that connects suppliers and customers, while fully leveraging our nationwide capabilities in information gathering and dissemination. Through these efforts, we remain committed to fulfilling our mission and creating greater value for the future.
President and Representative Director
Toshiki Murayama
PARTNERS
Trusted Manufacturers
Handling products from over 700 Japanese Manufacturers
and more