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Yamada
H. Yamada was a Japanese toy maker active before the Second World War. The company is documented as producing toys that copied designs by the German firm Lehmann. One surviving example bears Yamada’s name and trademark, with the initials H and Y arranged together.
- Founded
- 1964
- Countries
- Japan
- Locations
- Tokyo, Japan
- Founders
- Yoshihiro Yamada
The story of Yamada
Yamada first came into existence in the bustling city of Tokyo, Japan, back in 1964, under the watchful eyes of its founder, Yoshihiro Yamada. The brand quickly gained notoriety for its quality craftsmanship and ability to bring electronic toy vehicles to life with precision and detail. The company also proudly showcased its commitment to supporting local artisans and encouraging traditional craftsmanship, which helped shape its iconic brand image. An interesting fact about Yamada is that one of their very first toy models was inspired by the Shinkansen, the famous Japanese bullet train.
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