From Economy of Scale to Economy of Small ojim Ltd., which operates an optical specialty store, has been selected as one of the selected as one of the 100 companies representing the Tama region!

OJIM Ltd. (Location: 1-11-21 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo; Representative Director: Jiro Ito), which operates Opteria Gracias, an optical specialty store in Kichijoji, was selected as one of the 100 companies representing the Tama region on May 31, 2025.

100 Companies Representing the Tama Region

Table of Contents

1. what are the "100 Companies Representing the Tama Region"?

2. acceptance of the selection

3. strengths as a company

4. conclusion

1. What are the "100 Companies Representing the Tama Region"?

The "100 Companies Representing the Tama Region" is an initiative to introduce a limited number of 100 carefully selected companies whose headquarters are located in the Tama region, and is the main content of "Made In Local," Japan's number one media for regional development.

The program has introduced a number of companies that are leaders in the region's traditional industries, companies that are actively promoting SDGs initiatives, and companies that are making efforts to contribute to the local community.

Made In Local "100 Companies Representing the Tama Region" OJIM Ltd.

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Made In Local "100 Companies Representing the Tama Region" Tama area

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Judging Criteria

A Company-wide commitment to social activities, such as active participation in the local community

B The company is involved in a business that is considered a local specialty or local industry

C Focuses on training young people

D Has a unique technology or business model that other companies do not have

E. The company is operating in a growing market

F. Has a salary level that is higher than the regional average

2. On receiving the award

The Japanese economy has been in a slump for a long time, but we believe that small, medium, and micro businesses are the key to revival, and we have focused our resources on what we can do because we are small, and we have operated our stores with an awareness of differentiating ourselves from large companies.

We are very honored that our company has been selected as one of the "100 Companies Representing the Tama Region," as we believe this is a recognition of our policy.

The market size of the eyeglasses industry has decreased by half compared to its peak, and the number of small, medium, and small opticians has decreased to 1/3 compared to its peak.

For this reason, we have established our own RTM method of adjusting eyeglasses, a standard for every step of the eyeglass fitting process, and provide education and services to unify our intentions within the company. We hope that this method will become a standard in the industry and eventually invent a future in which our services can spread to the world, and we will contribute to the prosperity of the eyeglass industry and the nation through continuous improvement.

3. our strength as a company

Eyeglasses are semi-finished products in terms of both frames and lenses while they are on the store shelves. In the process of converting these semi-finished products into finished products, there is the process of vision measurement, lens processing, and fitting. Other opticians have eliminated much of this work in the name of lower prices. As a result, they have lost much of their competitiveness other than price. Therefore, we put emphasis on the process of making glasses, which is only possible because we are small. Our strength lies in our prism prescription to correct strabismus and slanting eyesight, the establishment of vision training that links the eye and brain to the body, and the RTM method of eyeglass adjustment, a unified theory that encompasses all of the above.

What is the RTM method of spectacle adjustment?

The RTM method of spectacle adjustment is a unique standard of spectacle adjustment advocated by Optia-Glassias, a specialty optician in Kichijoji, Tokyo. This adjustment method is designed as a comprehensive standard to provide comfortable vision through eyeglasses, rather than a mere method of vision measurement and fitting.

The RTM method of spectacle adjustment is characterized by its emphasis on the following three aspects

- Relax (eye rest): Reduces strain on the eyes and ensures comfortable vision.

- Training: To help improve vision and maximize the function of the eyes.

- Master (use your eyes): Provide optimal vision in daily life, work, and hobbies.

This adjustment method is only applied to spectacles that have passed the criteria that cover approximately 180 items, thus making it possible to create spectacles that not only correct vision, but also take into consideration eye health and a comfortable visual lifestyle. In addition, when selecting eyeglasses, the proposal is not only based on price and design, but also on the user's lifestyle and eye condition.

Innovation of the RTM Optometry Adjustment Method: In the past, theories related to eyeglasses were divided by operation, such as vision measurement theory, processing theory, and fitting theory, but the RTM Optometry Adjustment Method aims to standardize these operations into a single unified theory, In addition, it covers the philosophy and policy that an optician should have. In other words, it is a completely new unified theory of optician's operation manual.

5. Conclusion

Encouraged by this award, we will continue to grow together with the Tama region and aim for a future in which the development of the industry will lead to the development of the nation.

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■Company Profile

ojim Ltd.

Location: 1-11-21 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo

Representative ： Jiro Ito, President

Establishment : 2004

URL : https://opteria-glassias.jp/

Business description: Eyeglass retailer / Frame design and planning wholesaler / Lecturer at seminars for local development of small and medium-sized micro- and micro-glasses shops

　　　　　 Lecturer at seminars to raise awareness of local small and medium-sized opticians