OSAKA -- Small factories in Japan are taking steps such as opening their doors for public tours to emphasize the big role they play in powering the nation's manufacturing, aiming to shake off their image as being little more than dimly lit workshops and potentially lure more workers -- even from abroad.
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Japan's small factories push for big image revamp through tours, other steps
Businesses throwing open doors to shake off reputation as dimly lit workshops
The Nousaku foundry in central Japan says tours of its site attract about 130,000 guests a year. The visits are designed to highlight the art of metal casting by offering hands-on workshops and guided experiences. (Photo obtained by Nikkei)
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