President
Takuma Mitsuhashi
Leads Bicen Tool's direction and partnership with parent company Tezuka Corporation, strengthening long-term customer relationships across the industrial marketplace.
- Email tzk00113@tezukacorp.com
- Phone (859) 327-6191
About Bicen Tool
Built on Reliability Since 1976.
Since 1976, Bicen Tool has served manufacturers, fabricators, and professionals who depend on precision and performance every day.
Our Story
A trusted industrial supply partner.
For decades, Bicen Tool has been a trusted source for high-quality industrial tooling and supplies, serving manufacturers, fabricators, and professionals who rely on precision and performance every day.
Founded in 1976 and based in Lexington, Bicen Tool has built its reputation on reliability, responsiveness, and deep industry knowledge.
We specialize in providing a wide range of cutting tools, measuring instruments, tool steel, and industrial supplies, delivering solutions that keep operations running efficiently and accurately.
Our Approach
Better support starts with strong partnerships.
At Bicen Tool, we believe that strong partnerships drive better results. Whether you are managing a full-scale production facility or a specialized operation, we aim to be more than a supplier.
We strive to be a dependable extension of your team, taking the time to understand your processes, challenges, and goals so we can recommend solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and long-term performance.
Meet the Team
The people behind Bicen Tool.
Leadership and sales support focused on keeping your shop supplied, informed, and moving.
Corporate Manager
Jimmy Ray
Oversees day-to-day corporate operations at Bicen Tool, coordinating teams, vendors, and processes so customers get consistent support and dependable fulfillment.
- Email jray@bicentool.com
- Phone 606-205-8133
Sales Manager
Steve Trivisonno
Works directly with shops and purchasing teams to match the right tooling and supplies, helping customers source products quickly and keep production on schedule.
- Email strivisonno@bicentool.com
- Phone (859) 576-5480
Parent Company
Tezuka Corporation & Bicen Tool.
Our Shared History
A legacy of industrial excellence spanning more than a century and four generations of Mitsuhashi family leadership. Bicen Tool is part of Tezuka Corporation, connecting Kentucky shops with a global sourcing network and the same commitment to reliable products, quick response, and quality standards—including company-wide ISO 9001 first earned in 1999.
Visit Tezuka Corporation-
1909
Rokuro Mitsuhashi founded Tezuka Shoten in Kyobashi, Tokyo, as a distributor of machinery and industrial tools.
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1919
Kame Mitsuhashi succeeded Rokuro Mitsuhashi as the company's second president.
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1953
Tetsuzo Mitsuhashi became the company's third president and continued its growth.
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1969
In recognition of its 60th anniversary, Tezuka Shoten changed its name to Tezuka Corporation.
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1976
Joseph Lush founded Bicen Tool Corporation in Georgetown, Kentucky.
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1986
Tezuka Corporation completed its headquarters building at its present location in Ota Ward, Tokyo.
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1990
Tezuka Corporation acquired Bicen Tool Corporation, strengthening its presence in the American market.
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1998
Makoto Mitsuhashi became the fourth president of Tezuka Corporation, continuing the Mitsuhashi family's leadership.
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2009
Tezuka Corporation celebrated 100 years of service to the manufacturing industry.
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2026
Bicen Tool Corporation celebrates 50 years in business.
Why Bicen Tool
Why teams choose Bicen.
Built on Experience
Dependable support backed by decades of industrial knowledge.
Bicen Tool combines long-standing product knowledge, responsive service, and trusted sourcing to help teams make confident purchasing decisions.
Looking Ahead
Ready for what's next.
As industries continue to evolve, Bicen Tool remains focused on dependable products, practical expertise, and long-term support that helps customers stay competitive.