Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Tokyo
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Since 1951
Rigaku manufactures X-ray analytical instruments, thermal analysis equipment, and semiconductor process control systems. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and was founded in 1951. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is publicly listed under ticker 268A. Its products serve the semiconductor, advanced materials, pharmaceutical, and energy industries. In April 2026, Rigaku agreed to a 27% equity investment in Onto Innovation to form a strategic alliance on process control solutions.
Rigaku at a glance
Revenue
575.6M
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1951
Headquarters
Tokyo
Ownership
Publicly traded (TYO: 268A)
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
694
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
694
Named foreign suppliers
7
Top origins
Japan · Germany · South Korea · United Kingdom
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Rigaku.
What this tells a buyer
Rigaku opened Rigaku Technology Center Taiwan in October 2025 and expanded its production facilities for the semiconductor market in June 2025.
Rigaku holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and offers X-ray diffraction, X-ray fluorescence, and semiconductor metrology products.
Rigaku is publicly listed under ticker 268A, reported annual revenue of about 575.6 million, and serves automotive, electronics, medical, and electric-vehicle industries.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
75 years in operation (founded 1951).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Rigaku manufactures X-ray analytical instruments, thermal analysis equipment, and semiconductor process control systems. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and was founded in 1951. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is publicly listed under ticker 268A. Its products serve the semiconductor, advanced materials, pharmaceutical, and energy industries. In April 2026, Rigaku agreed to a 27% equity investment in Onto Innovation to form a strategic alliance on process control solutions.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1951 |
Headquarters | Tokyo |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | 575.6M |
Ownership | Publicly traded (TYO: 268A) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Rigaku makes
Rigaku holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and offers X-ray diffraction, X-ray fluorescence, and semiconductor metrology products.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly, Semiconductor, Battery, Electronics (source: rigaku.com).
Certifications
Rigaku is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — rigaku-holdings.com
ISO 9001 — rigaku-holdings.com
Trade and customs footprint
Rigaku opened Rigaku Technology Center Taiwan in October 2025 and expanded its production facilities for the semiconductor market in June 2025. US customs bill-of-lading records list 694 inbound shipments across 7 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Japan · Germany · South Korea · United Kingdom.
Latest developments
2026-08-01 — Rigaku and Tohoku University Establish a New Research Institute for X-ray Metrology (rigaku.com)
2026-04-20 — Rigaku Enters Strategic Alliance with Onto Innovation through 27 % Equity Investment (businesswire.com)
2026-04-20 — Onto Innovation - Onto Innovation Announces Strategic Partnership With Leading X-Ray Provider Rigaku To Advance Next-Generation Process Control Solutions (ontoinnovation.com)
2025-10-20 — Rigaku opens Rigaku Technology Center Taiwan (businesswire.com)
2025-06-26 — Rigaku Expands Production Facilities for the Semiconductor Market (rigaku.com)
2025-05-27 — Rigaku Completes New Building at Yamanashi Plant (businesswire.com)
Company details
Rigaku is publicly listed under ticker 268A, reported annual revenue of about 575.6 million, and serves automotive, electronics, medical, and electric-vehicle industries. Rigaku was founded in 1951, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Tokyo. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 75 years in operation (founded 1951). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Rigaku make?
Rigaku manufactures X-ray analytical instruments, thermal analysis equipment, and semiconductor process control systems. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and was founded in 1951. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is publicly listed under ticker 268A. Its products serve the semiconductor, advanced materials, pharmaceutical, and energy industries. In April 2026, Rigaku agreed to a 27% equity investment in Onto Innovation to form a strategic alliance on process control solutions.
Where is Rigaku headquartered?
Rigaku is headquartered in Tokyo.
When was Rigaku founded?
Rigaku was founded in 1951.
How big is Rigaku?
Rigaku has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the 575.6M range.
Is Rigaku publicly traded?
Publicly traded (TYO: 268A). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Rigaku hold?
Rigaku lists ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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