SHIMADZU

Shimadzu Corporation is a prominent Japanese company founded in 1875 by Genzo Shimadzu Sr. in Kyoto. With over 145 years of experience, it focuses on contributing to society through science and technology. The company became a corporation in 1917 and established its American branch, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, in 1975. Shimadzu specializes in developing and manufacturing analytical and measuring instruments. Its product range includes chromatographs, mass spectrometers, and advanced medical devices like X-ray systems. The company also provides industrial equipment for applications in the petrochemical industry and has developed ultra-high-speed cameras capable of recording at speeds of up to 10 million frames per second. Shimadzu's products are utilized across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, environmental monitoring, food safety, and healthcare, making it a trusted choice for organizations seeking high-quality solutions.

Research Kyoto, Japan Founded 1875 ~421 employees JPX: 7701.T

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Employees
421
0% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$8.5M
Revenue ~$3.6B
Stock
7701.T
JPX
12-month attrition
4.3%
Tech: 3.5%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

SHIMADZU went from 399 employees in Oct 2024 to 421 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 14 people joined, 3 left.

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Headcount by department

Other159
Sales76
Engineering74
Marketing44
Operations26
Finance16
Product9
Success7

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