Kikkoman

Paper Summary:

This paper looks at the Kikkoman Corporation, a Japanese-based organization best known for making soy sauce, whose history stretches over several hundred years and whose product line includes products well beyond soy sauce. It examines how the company has facilities, offices and subsidiaries located throughout the world which gives it an international presence, but which also protects it from the regulations that "foreign" companies face. It discusses how within the United States, the company has avoided problems with federal regulations by operating through its Kikkoman International subsidiary and by not marketing its pharmaceutical products in the United States.

Outline
Introduction
Background of Kikkoman
U.S. Trade Policy and Japan
Kikkoman's Position with Regard to U.S. Trade Policy
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Kikkoman is most famous for its soy and other sauces; the company began making soy sauce during the 1600s, and the same families who began the Kikkoman product line several centuries ago continue to be active in the business today ("About Kikkoman," 1999, p. 1). However, Kikkoman participates in markets which are well removed from soy sauce, including wine and pharmaceuticals. In addition, the company has forged relationships with Del Monte and other companies which have given the company greater access to international markets ("Corporate Profile," 1999, p. 1)."

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