Company history
since 1994
Established Hanwa Homes Co., Ltd.
Started selling exterior materials and storage space to general consumers mainly in Hannan City. At the same time, we provide services in response to requests from general consumers for design and construction consultation on external construction work.
since 1995
First transformation period: Creating a new system for receiving external construction orders without relying on subcontractors.
In partnership with a house builder, we have started a design and construction service for new construction exterior work for individuals. Creating a new system for receiving external construction orders without relying on subcontractors.
At the same time, we introduced a 3D CAD system and started a drawing service that customers can understand visually.
since 2006
2nd period of transformation: Launch of sales service using the Internet.
Establishment of divisional system. Started “Exterior Business Division” and “EC Business Division (at that time)”. We started a service to sell products used in exterior construction to customers all over the country using the Internet. Opened the first store on Rakuten Market on August 31, 2006.
since 2016
3rd Transformation Period Aiming to expand technical capabilities, we brought construction management and construction capabilities in-house.
Within the Exterior Division, we set the goal of further strengthening our technical capabilities and actively invested management resources in the “Construction Department” to expand our technical capabilities and brought construction management and construction capabilities in-house. Store name changed from Hanwa Homes e-shop to DEPOS. We coined the word from DEPOT (warehouse) + plural S and started the DEPOS brand. Start a trading business and deliver more information to customers from all over the world. In addition, we don’t just sell products to help our customers live a richer life; we also store inventory and parts and provide after-sales support in order to build trust between overseas companies and the Japanese domestic market.
since 2016
4th Transformation Period Start of branding business and full scale global expansion.
Signed a Japanese agency contract with KETER. Opened Tokyo branch in Odaiba, Tokyo. Start of branding business and full scale global expansion.
since 2019
Study trip to Okinawa resort
We visited Okinawa, where we refreshed ourselves and revitalized internal communication by eating and having leisure activities. This term’s plan presentations by department provided an opportunity to share ideas and visions, leading to an increase in organizational strength.
since 2020.6.21
Corporate succession
At our company, we have introduced the term “corporate succession” from the perspective that companies aim for sustainable growth amidst ever-changing business conditions.
In the future, based on our management philosophy of “You are sure to find your ideal life,” we will continue to communicate from a multifaceted perspective the fields in which we can contribute to our customers: “Reliable design and construction capabilities, and information dissemination capabilities.” Masu.
since 2021.3
Increase in capital
Osaka branch (ATC Nanko showroom) opened
We opened a branch at Nanko ATC to expand our services to customers in the Kansai region, centered on the northern area of Osaka, Hyogo Prefecture, and southern Kyoto. Even as the Internet society accelerates, we will continue to develop places where we can communicate with customers so that we can provide real experience value.
since 2021
Opening a limited-time real shop at Marui
DEPOS, which used to be sold online, has opened limited-time physical stores in Marui (Shinjuku, Kinshicho, Yokohama, Soka, Hakata) where you can actually see and touch the products, and is expanding mainly in the Kanto area.
since 2021.9.14
Received the Grand Prize for “A Great Company to Work For”
We are pleased to announce that we received the Grand Prize at the 4th Great Place to Work Award. By creating new ideas and taking on challenges that have never existed in the company before, we will provide good stimulation to our employees, and without fear of change, we will work together with a sense of speed to help realize the ideal life that you are sure to find. I’m coming.
since 2022
Obtaining specific construction business permit
Obtaining a specific construction business permit has made it possible to expand the scope of our business even more than before. Permit number: Osaka Prefecture Governor Permit (Special-3) No. 137986 August 10, 2022
since 2022.9
Head office rebuilding
Reconstruction of Osaka head office completed.
The new company building, where you can experience outdoor living, displays a variety of garden products, allowing you to experience the latest outdoor spaces for yourself.