Bioworks Corporation

Bioworks Corporation is a Japan-based material creation company founded in 2015, with its headquarters and research lab located in Kyoto, along with an office in Tokyo and a branch in Taiwan.

The company is dedicated to designing and producing materials that promote a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle. The core technology of Bioworks is PlaXTM, a plant-based, biodegradable polymeric material derived from renewable resources. PlaX serves as a key platform for the company's offerings, which include PlaX fiber and PlaX molding. Bioworks aims to create a new ecosystem where the joy of making and the richness of wearing can coexist sustainably, focusing on next-generation materials for apparel and related applications. The company also operates an online store, indicating direct-to-market activity for some of its products.