Tiger Corporation

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Overview

Tiger Corporation manufactures vacuum-insulated bottles and electric cooking appliances including rice cookers, electric kettles, electric water boilers, coffee makers, and blenders.¹³ Established in 1923, it produces household products for daily use with a focus on vacuum insulation technology, sold in around 60 countries through a global network.⁴ The company maintains production facilities in Japan, Vietnam, and China, and operates sales offices in Asia, the USA, and Europe.⁴

History

Tiger Corporation was founded in February 1923 in Japan, initially producing glass vacuum bottles, which were luxury items prone to breaking.¹⁵ Post-World War II, it revived and innovated with fortified vacuum insulation technology, later applied to rice cookers and other appliances.⁴⁵ Key milestones include releasing the industry's first IH rice cooker with a ceramic inner pot in 2006 and establishing a production facility in Vietnam in 2012.⁴

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Vacuum Insulated Bottles	Thermal retention for beverages and food	$20 - $100
Rice Cookers	IH and multi-functional cooking	$150 - $800
Electric Kettles & Water Boilers	Quick boiling and temperature control	$80 - $300
Coffee Makers & Blenders	Kitchen small electrics	$100 - $250
Hot Water Dispensers	Commercial and home use	$200 - $1,000
Outdoor Goods	Portable insulated products	$30 - $150

Manufacturing

Tiger Corporation operates its head office and production facilities in Osaka, Japan.¹⁴ It has overseas production bases including Shanghai, China, and a facility in Vietnam established in 2012.⁴ Products are manufactured in-house at these facilities.¹³

Notable Products

Vacuum Insulated Bottles - Fortified glass-lined bottles for hot/cold retention, introduced in 1923 and evolved into everyday items.
IH Rice Cookers - Induction heating models, first with ceramic inner pot in 2006.
Electric Kettles - Vacuum-insulated models for efficient boiling and heat retention.
Rice Cookers (multi-functional) - Advanced models for various cooking needs in North American markets.
Electric Water Boilers & Warmers - Temperature-controlled dispensers for home and commercial use.

Reputation

Tiger Corporation is recognized by enthusiasts for its durable vacuum insulation technology and reliable rice cookers that deliver consistent cooking results.⁵⁶ Professionals note its innovation in turning luxury vacuum bottles into accessible products and expanding to global markets.⁴ Some criticism may arise from limited employee data and focus on specific Asian manufacturing bases, but overall perception emphasizes quality in kitchen appliances.¹³

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