Tequila, durian and wildfires: Why Japan farm equipment maker is booming

Chikusui Canycom builds bigger factory and parts center to feed global demand

Canycom Brush Cutters 2025-06

Chikusui Canycom markets its brush cutters not only for farming but also for post-disaster reconstruction work. (Photos by Toshiki Sasazu) 

MIYU SUZUKI

FUKUOKA, Japan -- A maker of wheeled farm equipment whose machines are now being put to use by global communities rebuilding after wildfires is expanding the capacity of its main plant so it can further develop overseas markets.

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