Overview

DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company headquartered in Shinjuku City, Tokyo, founded in 1876. It is publicly listed (ticker 7912) and employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people. Its products span semiconductor, glass, electronics, battery, coating, and packaging-related materials, serving the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, renewable-energy, and plumbing-hardware industries. In fiscal terms, the company announced in 2026 that it was investing in Rapidus to support mass production of next-generation semiconductors.

At a glance

What DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. makes

The company holds ISO 9001 certification and lists battery and e-mobility as its primary capability, alongside products in semiconductors, electronics, coatings, and adhesives.

Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Semiconductor, Glass, Interior, Electronics, Plastic, Battery, Coating, Aluminum, Steel, Adhesive (source: global.dnp).

Certifications

DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:

• ISO 9001 — global.dnp

Latest developments

• 2026-10-01 — Announcement Regarding Completion of Share Acquisition of KYOWA PHARMA CHEMICAL (global.dnp)

• 2026-09-14 — DNP, enigma Form Digital Exhibition Alliance, Target ¥6 Billion in Sales by Fiscal 2030 | IBTimes JP (ibtimes.com)

• 2026-03-23 — DNP Establishes Second Overseas R&D Base in IIT Hyderabad, India (global.dnp)

• 2026-02-27 — DNP Invests in Rapidus to Support the Establishment of Mass Production for Next-Generation Semiconductors (global.dnp)

• 2026-02-04 — Japan's DNP to sell photo printers, auto parts in India - Nikkei Asia (nikkei.com)

• 2025-12-16 — DNP to Launch New TGV Glass core Substrate Pilot Line at Kuki Plant (global.dnp)

Company details

The company is publicly traded, has a reported revenue band of 10.2B, and operates in the packaging, electronics, automotive, energy, and life sciences sectors. DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. was founded in 1876, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Shinjuku City, Tokyo. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 150 years in operation (founded 1876). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.

Frequently asked questions

What does DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. make?

DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company headquartered in Shinjuku City, Tokyo, founded in 1876. It is publicly listed (ticker 7912) and employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people. Its products span semiconductor, glass, electronics, battery, coating, and packaging-related materials, serving the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, renewable-energy, and plumbing-hardware industries. In fiscal terms, the company announced in 2026 that it was investing in Rapidus to support mass production of next-generation semiconductors.

Where is DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. headquartered?

DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Shinjuku City, Tokyo.

When was DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. founded?

DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. was founded in 1876.

How big is DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd.?

DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the 10.2B range.

Is DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. publicly traded?

Publicly traded (TYO: 7912). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.

What certifications does DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. hold?

DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.

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