+ Mission
Designing the next stage for people and society.
Design is not just about making things look good.
It is about clarifying ideas, defining the value of a business,
and shaping meaningful forms that connect with society.
This is how we define the role of design.
At Elephant Plus,
we do not simply create design.
We believe in shaping the ideas of people, businesses, and society
into forms that carry meaning into the future.
By carefully understanding the stories behind our clients
and the roles their businesses play in society,
we pursue design that focuses on essence
and stands the test of time.
Through design, we aim to expand the potential of people and businesses
and create positive change in society.
This is the vision of Elephant Plus.
Elephant Plus Inc.
Founder & CEO
Takayoshi Kasuga
+ Team
Founder & CEO
CTO
Engineer
Director
CSO
Ph.D. in Environmental Studies
Director
Designer
Illustrator
Project Manager
Director
Global Marketing
Digital Marketing
E-commerce Development
Total Apparel Manager
Global Business
Human Resources
+ Partnership
Corporate investment, business management support, and human capital growth in Southeast Asia
Large-scale architectural design and commercial space design
Design and creative direction
Trading and software development
Partner judicial scriveners and administrative procedures support
+ Clients
Selected Clients (in no particular order)
Corporate Clients & Organizations
KOKUYO Co., Ltd. / eftax Inc. / AZUR Inc. / Jobwher Inc. / Kansai Information Center Inc. / Hetre Group Holdings / Yoshioka Electric Industry Co., Ltd. / Friandises Inc. / Greve.t Inc. / SORA.H Inc. / Mercury Syscom Co., Ltd. / 80&Company Inc. / JR Hakata City Co., Ltd. / Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co., Ltd. / Hakata Daimaru Co., Ltd. / Daytona International Co., Ltd. / TCJ Global Inc. / Abitus Inc. / SBS Inc. / YAN Inc. / Higuchi Corporation / Arashiyo Inc. / Kurita Shoten Co., Ltd. / Nextrad Inc. / Sato Laboratory Inc. / Fukutefu Koshun-en Honten Co., Ltd. / Kansai Posting Inc. / Raison Direction Inc. / Nigiwai Ube Inc. / MOKSHA LLC / Nekko First-Class Architect Office / Harai Architectural Design Office / Kawakami Mini Basketball Club / Hitomaru Eagles Mini Basketball Club / Clutch Times Association / etc.
Universities, Research Institutions, Public & Cultural Organizations
Hokkaido University / Kobe University Innovation / Kobe University Capital / Doshisha University / Kwansei Gakuin University / Nanzan University / Koyo Gakuen Educational Corporation / Ube City / Tokiwa Zoo / Tokiwa Museum Botanical Garden / etc.
International Clients
Primer Media, Inc. / Isuzu Philippines Corporation / Subic Smart Community Corporation / Travelbook Philippines, Inc. / etc.
+ Name
About Our Name
Adding “+” to the mind, everyday life, experiences, and intentions.
Design enriches people and society.
Our name is inspired by the elephant—a symbol of abundance and prosperity.
Elephant Plus Inc. aims to deliver “plus” value and growth through design, supporting our clients as they move forward.
+ Company
Company Overview
- Company Name: Elephant Plus Inc.
- Founder & CEO: Takayoshi Kasuga
- Founded: October 18, 2019
- Team: 12 members (including contractors and part-time staff)
Founder Profile
- Graduated from Ube High School, Yamaguchi Prefecture
- Graduated from the University of Shiga Prefecture,
- Faculty of Environmental Science, Architecture & Design Program
- 2011 Founded a design studio
- 2014 Established Mill Inc., a video production company (currently serving as CEO)
- 2019 Founded Elephant Plus Inc. (present)
Awards (Projects in charge)
- 2016 Nikkei New Office Award (Selected)
- 2018 SDA Award (Japan Sign Design Award, Selected)
- 2025 Kids Design Award (Winner)
- 2025 Good Design Award (Winner)
+ Office
Kobe, Japan
6th Floor, 1-1-14 Yahatadori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
Sapporo, Japan
3rd Floor, 13-4 Minami 2-jo Nishi 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Manila, Philippines
9th Floor, AIA Tower, 8767 Paseo de Roxas, Makati 1226, Metro Manila