Verified Nov 2026
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Kyoto, Kyoto
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Since 1893
Ishida is a Japanese manufacturer of food packing machinery, weighing equipment, and inspection systems, headquartered in Kyoto, Japan. Founded in 1893, it is a privately held family business with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and estimated annual revenue of $1 to 5 billion. The company serves food, pharmaceutical, and hardware industries. In December 2025, it announced the acquisition of Swedish robotics automation firm RobotGrader AB.
Ishida at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1893
Headquarters
Kyoto, Kyoto
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Plumbing & Hardware
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
133 years in operation (founded 1893).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Ishida is a Japanese manufacturer of food packing machinery, weighing equipment, and inspection systems, headquartered in Kyoto, Japan. Founded in 1893, it is a privately held family business with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and estimated annual revenue of $1 to 5 billion. The company serves food, pharmaceutical, and hardware industries. In December 2025, it announced the acquisition of Swedish robotics automation firm RobotGrader AB.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1893 |
Headquarters | Kyoto, Kyoto |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Ishida makes
Ishida holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, and its product lines include multihead weighers, X-ray inspection systems, and checkweighers.
Certifications
Ishida is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — ishida.com
ISO 45001 — ishidaeurope.com
ISO 9001 — ishida.com
Latest developments
2026-10-15 — Record turnover at historic Japanese manufacturing giant’s UK arm | Insider Media (insidermedia.com)
2026-02-18 — Ishida Company News & Updates | Ishida (ishidaeurope.com)
2025-12-11 — Ishida Europe is proud to announce the acquisition of Swedish robotics automation expert, RobotGrader AB. | Ishida Europe Ltd (linkedin.com)
2025-12-03 — Ishida completes acquisition of RobotGrader AB | Packaging Scotland (packagingscotland.com)
2025-06-20 — Ishida expands operations with Prague centre - Dairy Industries International (dairyindustries.com)
2025-01-27 — Ishida and NPS Combined Forces Drives Growth for African Manufacturers - Propak Africa 2025 | Ishida (ishidaeurope.com)
Facilities
Ishida is headquartered in Kyoto, Kyoto. Public sources also reference these locations:
India — ishida.com
Company details
Ishida operates manufacturing facilities in Japan, the UK, Korea, China, Brazil, and India, according to its published company description. Ishida was founded in 1893, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Kyoto, Kyoto. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 133 years in operation (founded 1893). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Ishida do?
Ishida is a Japanese manufacturer of food packing machinery, weighing equipment, and inspection systems, headquartered in Kyoto, Japan. Founded in 1893, it is a privately held family business with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and estimated annual revenue of $1 to 5 billion. The company serves food, pharmaceutical, and hardware industries. In December 2025, it announced the acquisition of Swedish robotics automation firm RobotGrader AB.
Where is Ishida headquartered?
Ishida is headquartered in Kyoto, Kyoto.
When was Ishida founded?
Ishida was founded in 1893.
How big is Ishida?
Ishida has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Ishida hold?
Ishida lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+81 757-71-4141
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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