precision instruments for measurement and analysis Nidec, a global electric motor and electronic and optical components company Wacoal, a manufacturer of women's lingerie and underwear GS Yuasa, a manufacturer of batteries Education Kyoto Computer Gakuin The community previously had a North Korean school, Kyoto Korean No. 1 Elementary School (京都朝鮮第一初級学校). References External links The Minami-ku official website Further reading Durston, Diane. "Old Kyoto: A Guide to Traditional Shops, Restaurants, and Inns". Pg 203. Kodansha International Ltd. 1986 and 2005. . Rowthorn, Chris. "Lonely Planet Kyoto". Lonely Planet Publications. July 1, 2012. Minami-ku Town Guide. September 2006] Wards of Kyoto Zainichi Korean culture