Canon celebrates more than 80 years at the forefront of digital imaging technologies since its incorporation in Tokyo in 1937. With a culture of imaging excellence, Canon serves the gamut of photography needs, as well as image reproduction demands, with an extensive lineup of consumer printers to office copiers, commercial to industrial printing systems. Our innovations also serve niche industries such as broadcasting, medical and semiconductor manufacturing. We will continue to develop technologies that improve lives, while protecting our environment.
Canon seeks to transform the world by pushing the boundaries on what is possible through imaging. We have research and manufacturing facilities around the world, of which 14 subsidiaries and affiliates are across Asia, with marketing offices to serve customers in Asia, outside Japan and China.
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The literal meaning of kyosei is "living and working together for the common good," but Canon's interpretation encompasses "All people, regardless of race, religion or culture, harmoniously living and working together into the future."
In reality, our world has many imbalances in such areas as trade, income levels and the environment. Addressing these imbalances is an ongoing mission, and Canon is doing its part by actively pursuing kyosei. As a truly global company we foster good relationships not only with our customers, but also with communities in which we operate and the natural environment.
Canon is one of the most prolific inventors of cutting edge imaging technologies in the world. We are on top five ranking in the number of patents filed in the U.S. for more than 35 years, in our pursuit of research and development to solve problems and improve lives.
Truly global companies foster good relations with customers and communities, as well as with governments, regions, and the environment to fulfil our social responsibility. Together with your support, we will achieve kyosei by cultivating global prosperity to ensure the well-being of humanity for a better tomorrow. At Canon we create impact through our strong corporate culture with passion and vigour to serve you.
Canon started out with a vision to make the best camera for the world. Eight decades later, we are today, a global leader with a wide portfolio of products for consumer, business, and industrial use.
Canon embraces Kyosei, our corporate philosophy of living and working together for the common good, to realise a harmonious and thriving society in harmony with nature. Through our corporate activities, Canon proactively works toward realising a sustainable society through fulfilment of our Environmental, Social and Governance standards.
