The SHOWA brand was established in 1938 by Showa Aircraft Precision Works Ltd. , a manufacturer for aircraft parts.Automobile damper production began in 1962, and motorcycle damper production started in 1955. The company’s years of racing activities have been taken advantage of and reflected on the aftermarket products and mass production of motorcycle suspension products that afford excellent performance, safety, care, and satisfaction to customers.They joined ASTEMO as a member in January 2021, but the suspension products will be carried over under the SHOWA brand.