Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture
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Since 1887
Yamaha Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, founded in 1887. It is publicly listed (ticker 7951.T) and employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people. The company makes musical instruments, audio equipment, and industrial products, serving the automotive, electronics, renewable energy, and electric-vehicle sectors. In October 2025 it took over the Steinberg hardware business, expanding its music technology operations.
Yamaha Corporation at a glance
Revenue
2.9B
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1887
Headquarters
Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture
Ownership
Publicly traded (JPX: 7951.T)
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
139 years in operation (founded 1887).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Yamaha Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, founded in 1887. It is publicly listed (ticker 7951.T) and employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people. The company makes musical instruments, audio equipment, and industrial products, serving the automotive, electronics, renewable energy, and electric-vehicle sectors. In October 2025 it took over the Steinberg hardware business, expanding its music technology operations.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1887 |
Headquarters | Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | 2.9B |
Ownership | Publicly traded (JPX: 7951.T) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Yamaha Corporation makes
Yamaha holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and manufactures products including automobile interior components, factory automation equipment, and audio systems.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED, Assembly, Electronics, Interior (source: yamaha.com).
Certifications
Yamaha Corporation is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — yamaha.com
ISO 45001 — yamaha.com
ISO 9001 — yamaha.com
Latest developments
2026-06-11 — News Releases - Yamaha Corporation (yamaha.com)
2026-02-25 — Yamaha Makes Strategic Investment in i-Pairs to Accelerate Growth in Virtual Entertainment Market - News Releases - Yamaha Corporation (yamaha.com)
2025-11-20 — Yamaha Teams Up with Overseas Traders to Promote Sustainable Forest Conservation of Indian Rosewood (yamaha.com)
2025-11-04 — Notice Concerning the Decision of the Acquisition of Treasury Stock - News Releases - Yamaha Corporation (yamaha.com)
2025-10-09 — Yamaha Takes Over Steinberg Hardware Business - News Releases - Yamaha Corporation (yamaha.com)
2025-09-10 — Yamaha to Host Global Business Contest, “TRANSPOSE Innovation Challenge” Entries open on September 10, 2025, under the theme “Innovating with sound, co-creating with the world” - News Releases - Yamaha Corporation (yamaha.com)
Facilities
Yamaha Corporation is headquartered in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. Public sources also reference these locations:
Hamamatsu, Japan — yamaha.com
Company details
Yamaha reports a presence in 32 countries and a sales network spanning more than 100 countries, serving individual musicians, professional audio engineers, and industrial clients. Yamaha Corporation was founded in 1887, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 139 years in operation (founded 1887). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Yamaha Corporation make?
Yamaha Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, founded in 1887. It is publicly listed (ticker 7951.T) and employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people. The company makes musical instruments, audio equipment, and industrial products, serving the automotive, electronics, renewable energy, and electric-vehicle sectors. In October 2025 it took over the Steinberg hardware business, expanding its music technology operations.
Where is Yamaha Corporation headquartered?
Yamaha Corporation is headquartered in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture.
When was Yamaha Corporation founded?
Yamaha Corporation was founded in 1887.
How big is Yamaha Corporation?
Yamaha Corporation has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the 2.9B range.
Is Yamaha Corporation publicly traded?
Publicly traded (JPX: 7951.T). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Yamaha Corporation hold?
Yamaha Corporation 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
+81 800-322-4322
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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