Japan is one of the world’s largest economies and a global leader in technology, automotive manufacturing, and industrial innovation. Known for its precision engineering, high-quality products, and commitment to research and development, Japan is home to some of the most influential corporations across multiple sectors. From automotive giants like Toyota and Honda to technology powerhouses such as Sony, Panasonic, and SoftBank, Japanese companies have established a strong presence both domestically and internationally. This list of the top 100 companies in Japan highlights the diversity and strength of its corporate sector, covering industries such as finance, electronics, automobiles, retail, energy, and telecommunications. These corporations not only play a pivotal role in Japan’s economy but also drive trends and innovations that shape global markets.
| No. | Company Name | Revenue (Approx.) | Founded | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Motor Corporation | $275 billion | 1937 | Automotive |
| 2 | Sony Group Corporation | $86 billion | 1946 | Electronics & Entertainment |
| 3 | Mitsubishi UFJ Financial | $63 billion | 2005* | Banking & Finance |
| 4 | Honda Motor Co., Ltd. | $137 billion | 1946 | Automotive |
| 5 | SoftBank Group | $54 billion | 1981 | Technology & Investments |
| 6 | Nippon Telegraph & Telephone | $110 billion | 1952 | Telecommunications |
| 7 | Hitachi, Ltd. | $80 billion | 1910 | Conglomerate/Engineering |
| 8 | Panasonic Holdings | $65 billion | 1918 | Electronics |
| 9 | Mitsubishi Corporation | $170 billion | 1950 | Trading & Investment |
| 10 | Japan Post Holdings | $120 billion | 2007 | Postal & Financial Services |
| 11 | Sumitomo Mitsui Financial | $54 billion | 2001 | Banking |
| 12 | Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. | $75 billion | 1933 | Automotive |
| 13 | Itochu Corporation | $120 billion | 1858 | Trading & Investment |
| 14 | Seven & I Holdings (7-Eleven) | $65 billion | 2005 | Retail & Convenience Stores |
| 15 | Takeda Pharmaceutical | $30 billion | 1781 | Pharmaceuticals |
| 16 | Recruit Holdings | $25 billion | 1960 | HR & Technology |
| 17 | Fujitsu Limited | $33 billion | 1935 | IT & Electronics |
| 18 | Mizuho Financial Group | $45 billion | 2001 | Banking |
| 19 | Bridgestone Corporation | $32 billion | 1931 | Tires & Rubber |
| 20 | Kyocera Corporation | $15 billion | 1959 | Electronics & Ceramics |
| 21 | Asahi Group Holdings | $20 billion | 1889 | Beverages & Food |
| 22 | Japan Tobacco Inc. | $21 billion | 1985 | Tobacco & Consumer Products |
| 23 | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries | $38 billion | 1884 | Engineering & Machinery |
| 24 | NEC Corporation | $25 billion | 1899 | IT & Electronics |
| 25 | Rakuten Group | $16 billion | 1997 | E-commerce & Fintech |
| 26 | Kansai Electric Power | $28 billion | 1951 | Energy & Utilities |
| 27 | Tokyo Electric Power (TEPCO) | $28 billion | 1951 | Energy & Utilities |
| 28 | ANA Holdings (All Nippon) | $14 billion | 1952 | Airlines |
| 29 | Japan Airlines (JAL) | $13 billion | 1951 | Airlines |
| 30 | East Japan Railway (JR East) | $25 billion | 1987 | Railways & Transport |
| 31 | Central Japan Railway | $20 billion | 1987 | Railways & Transport |
| 32 | West Japan Railway | $15 billion | 1987 | Railways & Transport |
| 33 | Shiseido Company | $10 billion | 1872 | Cosmetics |
| 34 | Olympus Corporation | $7 billion | 1919 | Medical Equipment |
| 35 | Ajinomoto Co., Inc. | $10 billion | 1909 | Food & Chemicals |
| 36 | Daiichi Sankyo | $12 billion | 2005 | Pharmaceuticals |
| 37 | Sapporo Holdings | $7 billion | 1876 | Beverages |
| 38 | Suntory Holdings | $20 billion | 1899 | Beverages & Food |
| 39 | Kao Corporation | $12 billion | 1887 | Consumer Goods & Cosmetics |
| 40 | Daikin Industries | $27 billion | 1924 | Air Conditioning & Chemicals |
| 41 | Yamaha Corporation | $4 billion | 1887 | Musical Instruments |
| 42 | Yamaha Motor | $16 billion | 1955 | Motorcycles & Marine |
| 43 | Toray Industries | $18 billion | 1926 | Chemicals & Materials |
| 44 | FujiFilm Holdings | $23 billion | 1934 | Imaging & Healthcare |
| 45 | Secom Co., Ltd. | $8 billion | 1962 | Security Services |
| 46 | Nomura Holdings | $12 billion | 1925 | Financial Services |
| 47 | ORIX Corporation | $25 billion | 1964 | Financial Services |
| 48 | Lawson, Inc. | $8 billion | 1975 | Retail & Convenience Stores |
| 49 | FamilyMart Co., Ltd. | $15 billion | 1973 | Retail & Convenience Stores |
| 50 | Nitori Holdings | $9 billion | 1967 | Retail & Furniture |
| 51 | Meiji Holdings | $12 billion | 1916 | Food & Pharmaceuticals |
| 52 | Mitsui & Co. | $130 billion | 1947 | Trading & Investment |
| 53 | Sumitomo Corporation | $95 billion | 1919 | Trading & Investment |
| 54 | Komatsu Ltd. | $30 billion | 1921 | Construction Machinery |
| 55 | Kubota Corporation | $23 billion | 1890 | Machinery & Agriculture |
| 56 | Nippon Steel Corporation | $45 billion | 1950 | Steel & Metals |
| 57 | JFE Holdings | $30 billion | 2002 | Steel & Engineering |
| 58 | Idemitsu Kosan | $50 billion | 1911 | Oil & Energy |
| 59 | ENEOS Holdings | $95 billion | 1888 | Oil & Energy |
| 60 | Kansai Paint | $5 billion | 1918 | Chemicals & Paints |
| 61 | Rohm Semiconductor | $4 billion | 1958 | Electronics |
| 62 | Murata Manufacturing | $20 billion | 1944 | Electronics |
| 63 | Nidec Corporation | $20 billion | 1973 | Electric Motors |
| 64 | Advantest Corporation | $4 billion | 1954 | Semiconductors |
| 65 | Tokyo Electron Limited | $16 billion | 1963 | Semiconductors |
| 66 | Renesas Electronics | $12 billion | 2010 | Semiconductors |
| 67 | Sharp Corporation | $18 billion | 1912 | Electronics |
| 68 | Seiko Epson Corporation | $10 billion | 1942 | Electronics & Printing |
| 69 | Citizen Watch Co. | $3 billion | 1918 | Watches & Electronics |
| 70 | Casio Computer Co. | $2.5 billion | 1946 | Electronics & Watches |
| 71 | Bridgestone Cycle | $1 billion | 1949 | Bicycles |
| 72 | Daifuku Co., Ltd. | $5 billion | 1937 | Logistics & Automation |
| 73 | Otsuka Holdings | $13 billion | 1964 | Pharmaceuticals |
| 74 | Eisai Co., Ltd. | $6 billion | 1941 | Pharmaceuticals |
| 75 | Sumitomo Electric Industries | $30 billion | 1897 | Electronics & Wires |
| 76 | Sumitomo Metal Mining | $10 billion | 1950 | Mining & Metals |
| 77 | Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd. | $20 billion | 1885 | Energy & Utilities |
| 78 | Chubu Electric Power | $27 billion | 1951 | Energy & Utilities |
| 79 | Shikoku Electric Power | $9 billion | 1951 | Energy & Utilities |
| 80 | Hokkaido Electric Power | $7 billion | 1951 | Energy & Utilities |
| 81 | Tohoku Electric Power | $12 billion | 1951 | Energy & Utilities |
| 82 | Okinawa Electric Power | $2 billion | 1972 | Energy & Utilities |
| 83 | JR Kyushu Railway | $4 billion | 1987 | Railways & Transport |
| 84 | JR Hokkaido Railway | $3 billion | 1987 | Railways & Transport |
| 85 | JR Shikoku Railway | $2 billion | 1987 | Railways & Transport |
| 86 | Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. | $8 billion | 1923 | Electronics & Power Systems |
| 87 | Denso Corporation | $47 billion | 1949 | Automotive Components |
| 88 | Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd. | $35 billion | 1949 | Automotive Components |
| 89 | NSK Ltd. | $9 billion | 1916 | Bearings & Automotive Parts |
| 90 | NTN Corporation | $7 billion | 1918 | Bearings & Automotive Parts |
| 91 | Yazaki Corporation | $18 billion | 1941 | Automotive Components |
| 92 | Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank | $12 billion | 1925 | Banking & Trusts |
| 93 | Concordia Financial Group | $10 billion | 2016 | Banking |
| 94 | AEON Co., Ltd. | $85 billion | 1926 | Retail & Supermarkets |
| 95 | Fast Retailing (Uniqlo) | $22 billion | 1963 | Retail & Fashion |
| 96 | Z Holdings (Yahoo Japan) | $12 billion | 1996 | Internet & Tech |
| 97 | LINE Corporation | $2 billion | 2011 | Internet & Tech |
| 98 | Mixi, Inc. | $1 billion | 1999 | Internet & Gaming |
| 99 | Capcom Co., Ltd. | $1.2 billion | 1979 | Gaming & Entertainment |
| 100 | Nintendo Co., Ltd. | $15 billion | 1889 | Gaming & Entertainment |
Japan’s economy stands as one of the most advanced and diversified in the world, powered by globally renowned corporations in sectors such as automotive, electronics, energy, finance, and retail. With companies like Toyota, Sony, Mitsubishi, and SoftBank leading innovation and market expansion, Japan has established itself as a hub of technological excellence and industrial strength. The country’s focus on research and development, high-quality manufacturing, and global trade networks has allowed it to remain competitive on the international stage, even as it navigates challenges like aging demographics and shifting global demand.
At the same time, Japan’s economic resilience is reinforced by its balance of tradition and innovation. While companies such as Nintendo and Uniqlo showcase Japan’s cultural influence and adaptability in consumer markets, its heavy industries, trading corporations, and financial institutions continue to anchor long-term stability. Looking ahead, Japan’s ability to integrate digital transformation, green technologies, and sustainable practices will be key to maintaining its global economic position. Ultimately, Japan’s corporations remain central not only to its domestic prosperity but also to shaping global markets and innovations in the 21st century.
