18/5/2026
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
President: Norio Nakajima
*The new production building will be constructed on the site in the center of the image.
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., will start constructing a new production building at its Yokaichi Plant in May 2026.
By constructing a new production building, Murata will promote the strengthening of its production system, including the expansion of its production capacity, and respond to increased demand for thermistor products over the medium and long term.
Overview of new production building
| Structure/size |
Steel frame, five stories |
| Building area |
2,951 m2 |
| Total floor area |
18,010 m2 |
| Total investment |
Approx.16.9 billion yen (building only) |
| Completion of construction |
August 2028 (tentative) |
| Use |
Production of thermistor products |
| Location |
On the premises of the Yokaichi Plant of Murata Manufacturing Co, Ltd. (4-4-1 Higashiokino, Higashiomi-shi, Shiga） |
Murata in Brief
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of ceramic-based passive electronic components & solutions, communication modules and power supply modules. Murata is committed to the development of advanced electronic materials and leading edge, multi-functional, high-density modules. The company has employees and manufacturing facilities throughout the world.
For more information, visit Murata's website