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Editor's Commentary | Highlights of the February 15, 2026 Issue

■ Overview

This issue comprehensively organizes the main developments in the industry, from domestic market data based on our newspaper's research to price revisions, corporate reorganizations, new product launches, and overseas market analysis.
It is an issue that compiles information directly relevant to management decisions, sales strategies, and capital investment considerations.

It contains content useful for practical decision-making for management, sales managers, and planning personnel.
By using it in conjunction with a subscription or yearbook, more systematic information gathering is possible.

Key themes organized in this issue

■ Domestic Market and Corporate Trends

This issue organizes trends in the domestic label market from the perspectives of market data, price revisions, and business reorganization.

・Our newspaper's survey: Total 2025 label printer shipments of 124 units
・Ricoh: Price revision for thermal media and thermal transfer ribbons
・Iwasaki Electric: Expansion of light source business through joining Stanley Electric Group
・Brother Industries/MUTOH: Strengthening industrial IJP sector through tender offer
・Iris: Concludes exclusive distribution agreement with Weigang in Japan

■ Overseas Market and International Trends

・Informa Contribution ③: North American label market trends, supported by beverages and VIP labels
・Labelexpo Asia 2025 Final Report:
　Advancement of post-processing machines and clear high-value-added adhesive paper route

■ Equipment, Materials, and Supplies

・Soltec Kogyo: Launches post-processing machine "Solsk" (variable cutting length control)
・Xeikon Japan: Launches subscription-based printing machine "Ecolyne" in Japan

■ Articles, Personnel, and Organizations

・[Person] Ryutaro Ninomiya, NISSIN Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
・[Industry Trend Report 119]
・Higashi Nihon Kakoshi: Customized supply of adhesive paper
・Yoshida Sangyo: High-functionality through post-processing equipment
・OSP Label Stock: Overseas expansion and 100th anniversary strategy

■ Association Activities and Industry Coverage

　Coverage and report on New Year's gatherings of local label-related associations

■ Editor's Commentary (from page 1)

According to our newspaper's survey, the total number of label printing machines shipped in 2025 was 124 units (preliminary figure), a decrease of 19 units from the previous year.
While the depreciation of the yen and a review of capital investment plans had an impact, structural changes such as an increase in the proportion of flexo machines and stable demand for high-function models were also observed.

Detailed data is published in "Japan's Label Market 2026."

■ Editor's Column | How to Read This Issue

With price revisions, corporate reorganizations, new product launches, and overseas market analysis all happening simultaneously, this issue provides all the ingredients to understand the turning points in the industry.
By combining market data with individual news, the direction of each company's strategy becomes clearer.

■ Use Cases

・Information gathering for sales and planning materials
・Reference material for customer proposals and public relations activities
・Hint gathering for new business and product development
・Internal sharing and study session materials

■ Product Information

Medium: Newspaper (print)
Publication Date: February 15, 2026
Format: Single issue sale
Publisher: Label Shimbun Co., Ltd.

■ Detailed Information

A complete list of all headlines and articles in this issue can be found on our official website.

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