Fuji Xerox R&D Square, Research and development skyscraper in Minatomirai, Japan
Fuji Xerox R&D Square is a research skyscraper in Yokohama's Minatomirai district with laboratories, offices, and experimental spaces across multiple floors. It serves the development of document management technologies, printing innovations, and digital solutions for paper processing.
The building was completed in 2010 and resulted from a collaboration between Shimizu Corporation and Jun Mitsui on the architectural design. It marks a milestone in Fuji Xerox's commitment to research and development in modern Japan's industrial landscape.
The building shows Japanese corporate culture through spaces designed for team discussions and knowledge sharing between experienced and junior researchers. These areas reflect the importance of collaboration and continuous learning that are central to Japanese work environments.
The facility houses specialized equipment and testing environments for developing new printing technologies and digital systems. As a research installation, tours are not typically available to the public, though the modern complex is visible from the harbor area.
The center conducts experiments with paper materials, inks, and digital interfaces to create innovations in document management. This hands-on research combines traditional paper processing with modern digital technologies in innovative ways.
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