The Daiwa Lexa reel is made in South Korea and distributed by GLOBERIDE, Inc. based in Higashikurume, in the western portion of Tokyo Metropolis, Japan. , Daiwa's Lexa series of reels are made in South Korea, even though Daiwa itself is a Japanese company.  They are known for excellent quality in their builds and selection of materials. , While Daiwa is a Japanese company, its Lexa baitcasting reel is made in South Korea. Daiwa manfactures its products in Japan, South Korea, and China.