What Makes the J-throne 29 Different?

At the heart of the J-throne 29 lies a blend of impressive performance and easy operation that has already caught the attention of sales and engineering teams across Komori's global operations. What makes this press distinctive? According to Komori's Ken Sagawa, it's the "high productivity." Sales engineer Yoshikazu Suzuki elaborates: "Without a doubt, it's the overwhelming class-leading productivity, which combines high precision and stable printing." The economic benefits also impress--Nozomu Sato was struck by "the fast printing speed combined with remarkably low ink costs."

From the development side, Naofumi Tamura emphasizes the press's versatility: "Simply put, it enables duplex printing at high productivity levels while maintaining a compact footprint." Naoki Takahashi from KKM's engineering team notes that the machine configuration incorporates both the manufacturer's offset printing expertise and user feedback. This design enables a smooth transition from offset to digital printing while offering a UI and configuration that even beginners can easily operate. The machine's capacity to handle B2-size sheets at speeds reaching 6,000 sheets per hour, confirmed by Yujiro Numao and Minami Yagi from Komori's Sales team, signals a step-change in what is achievable in this segment. The machine's impact was visible at recent exhibitions, where "customer interest was so high that aisles were overflowing," recalls Rie Osaka from Sales.


Ken Sagawa (Deputy Group General Manager, DPS Business Group), Yoshikazu Suzuki (Manager, DPS Business Group), Nozomu Sato (Manager, DPS Business Group)

Innovation Behind the Scenes

Insiders acknowledge that the breakthrough lies in Komori's proprietary ink and the machine's structural design. "The integration of our advanced ink technology with the press's architecture ensures excellent print quality and stable operations," says Tamura.

This combination aims to simplify the user experience without sacrificing output, addressing a common industry challenge: balancing high-speed printing with consistent, high-quality results that don't require intensive operator skills. "Our goal was to create a machine that works reliably and efficiently, even without highly specialized maintenance," adds Sato.

Suzuki underscores the user-friendly approach. The clear touch panel interface enables simple, safe operation with minimal interaction, eliminating the need for specialized knowledge and easing operator workload.


Naofumi Tamura (Representative Director, Komori Machinery), Naoki Takahashi (Assistant Manager, Komori Machinery)

Bridging Market Needs

From a strategic perspective, the J-throne 29 is designed to fill a notable gap in the B2 digital press market by boosting productivity while reducing running costs. This aligns with Komori's vision of expanding the scope of digital printing beyond smaller or niche runs, making it a viable option for a wider range of print jobs.

Sato points out, "We specifically aimed to enhance productivity to tap into the growing demand for efficient B2 printing." Tamura expands on this, noting the machine's ability to maintain quality and operational stability as key to broadening digital printing's appeal to a larger customer base. Meanwhile, Sales team members like Ken Sagawa highlight the product's potential to "expand the scope of digital printing through improved uptime and reduced costs."

Changing Industry Standards

The introduction of the J-throne 29 marks a shift in how digital presses can be integrated into everyday printing workflows. Traditionally, digital printing has been confined to very small offset jobs or digital-only projects. However, the J-throne 29's combination of speed, quality, and operational ease is expected to challenge this status quo.

"Increasing printing speeds will encourage more customers to consider digital presses for medium to large print volumes," explains Rie Osaka. "With a capacity of 6,000 sheets per hour on B2 size, we expect digital printing to move beyond just small lots."

Minami Yagi adds, "This product is helping to change perceptions, presenting digital presses as not only high quality and fast but also environmentally friendly and capable of high-value printing."

Yujiro Numao reflects on the broader implications, wondering, "Can this press help expand digitalization by clearly differentiating it from traditional offset printing?" This question underlines the potential for the J-throne 29 to influence industry-wide adoption of more sustainable, efficient digital workflows.


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Yujiro Numao (General Manager, Overseas Sales & Service Group), Minami Yagi (Sales, Overseas Sales & Service Group), Rie Osaka (Sales, Overseas Sales & Service Group)

Looking to the Future

Komori's teams are optimistic about the future evolution and adoption of the J-throne 29. "We hope to see the machine increase in size and capability over time," says Sato. Tamura envisions further development focused on the existing features of environmental sustainability and ease of use, stating, "We expect the J-throne 29 to evolve by supporting skill-free operation for operators and meeting rising environmental demands."

The sales team shares similar aspirations. Sagawa hopes the press will "be widely accepted as a product that contributes significantly to customers' business growth by delivering the quality, productivity, and cost-efficiency they seek."

Yagi expresses a desire to see success stories extend beyond large enterprises to smaller and medium-sized companies, helping the technology gain broader market traction. Osaka looks toward building on strong initial success in North America to establish the J-throne 29 as a reliable digital press across China and beyond, driving the industry's ongoing digital transformation.

Komori's Commitment to Digital Innovation

With the launch of the J-throne 29, Komori reaffirms its leadership in advancing printing technology. The press embodies Komori's dedication to delivering superior print quality, operational excellence, and innovative solutions that empower printers worldwide. As digital printing continues to reshape the industry landscape, the J-throne 29 stands as a testament to Komori's vision of a smarter, more efficient, and sustainable future for print.