About Kitpas

Founded in 1937, innovative Japanese manufacturer, Nihon Rikagaku produces award-winning art chalks and unique, multi surface, water soluble Kitpas crayons made of rice bran wax. By recycling rice bran, Kitpas reduce local food waste while creating exceptional quality products. Their dustless chalks are made from locally sourced recycled scallop shells and are used in 80% of Japanese schools. The eco-friendly company is committed to upholding excellent social values – their mission statement is to produce quality products that are caring to people and the Earth, and to create happiness through providing opportunities for people with learning difficulties- the majority of its workforce. Read their story