The Innovation of Light: Lumispace and Japan's Pachinko Machine Lighting Solution

Pachinko, one of Japan's traditional amusement games, has thousands of machines installed nationwide and is loved by many.

However, maintaining these machines is challenging and costly. 

The dazzling lights of the machines are crucial for maintaining the appeal of Pachinko, but the existing lighting systems were a significant burden in terms of electricity bills and labor costs.

Takashi, the head of a Pachinko maintenance company, needed help solving this problem. The time and labor costs required to maintain thousands of Pachinko machines across Japan were excessively high. 

Thus, he decided to switch the lighting to LEDs. However, it took work to recreate the unique brilliance of Pachinko machines with light guides.

One day, Takashi was introduced to Lumispace, a Korean company specializing in light guides, through a Zainichi Korean friend. Lumispace had already proven its ability to provide customized lighting solutions, succeeding in various lighting projects. 

Takashi traveled to Korea to meet with Lumispace representatives and discuss the maintenance difficulties of Pachinko machines, requesting a new light guide to replace the lighting of Pachinko machines.

The Lumispace team accepted Takashi's request and began designing a custom dot pattern applied to a light guide. 

One month later, Lumispace sent a sample to Japan. Takashi was amazed the moment he received the sample. The dazzling colors and evenly distributed lighting were superior light guides he had never seen before. He immediately signed an initial contract with Lumispace and agreed to a three-year supply.

Lumispace focused on designing and producing custom dot pattern light guides for the 24 types of Pachinko machines they categorized. 

They continuously researched and tested to create light guide patterns tailored to each Pachinko machine's characteristics. Thanks to Lumispace's technology and dedication, they could deliver 100% of the contracted volume within six months.

The customized dot pattern light guides were installed in Japanese Pachinko machines and immediately showed significant effects. The electricity and maintenance costs of the Pachinko machines were reduced by 80%, and the new lighting system produced almost no heat, significantly reducing air conditioning maintenance and other ancillary costs. 

The brilliance of the Pachinko machines increased while achieving cost reduction and efficiency improvement.

Takashi was delighted with the results of the collaboration with Lumispace. 

He said, "Now the maintenance of Pachinko machines has become much easier, and the cost-saving effects are incredible. Moreover, customers can enjoy even more dazzling and vibrant lighting."

Through this project, Lumispace strengthened its position in the Japanese market. They supplied custom pattern-designed light guides for Pachinko machines across Japan, earning recognition for their high quality and reliability. 

This success inspired Lumispace greatly, leading them to commit to undertaking more projects globally with their diverse lighting solutions.

Meanwhile, Takashi expanded his business further through his collaboration with Lumispace. 

He said, "Thanks to our partnership with Lumispace, we have introduced new technologies and maximized efficiency. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Lumispace to drive more innovation."

Thus, Lumispace's collaboration with Takashi became a good example of lighting design and technological innovation. 

By maintaining the brilliance of Pachinko machines with custom dot pattern light guides and high-brightness light panels, they achieved both cost savings and maintenance efficiency. 

This story redefines lighting possibilities and shows how technological innovation can be realized in reality.

Lumispace will continue collaborating with designers worldwide, expanding the boundaries of architecture and lighting through innovative lighting solutions. 

The successful project with Takashi is just the beginning, and many more creative projects will follow. This innovation journey will continue, and the art of light will inspire more people.