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SHOFU at a Glance

01About SHOFU

SHOFU ia a dental manufacturer that began as a maker of artificial teeth and has grown around the research, development, and production of dental materials. Combining these with equipment and digital technologies, the company offers a wide range of solutions. Throughout our history, we have continued to expand our technologies and product offerings while closely supporting the needs of dental clinics and laboratories.

  • Corporate philosophy

    Contribution to dentistry through
    innovative business activities.

  • Corporate message

    Creating Brighter Smiles for
    Healthier Lives.

02SHOFU's Milestones

  • Shofu's founder, Kajo Shofu III

    Founded in 1922, It all started with the Japanese traditional craft of Kyo-yaki (Kiyomizuyaki).

    The Kiyomizu-zaka area of Kyoto has long been a production center for Kyo-yaki (Kiyomizuyaki). Kajo Shofu III (who would later found Shofu) and his predecessors made their living here by making porcelain.
    In 1915, Kajo III went to the United States on an inspection tour. It all began when the medical doctor Mitsuru Okada made a strong case for the need for high-quality porcelain teeth made in Japan.
    SHOFU DENTAL Mfg. Co., Ltd. was established in 1922, following success in domesticating the production of high-quality porcelain teeth.
    The company's firm objective was to "improve the quality of domesticproducts." With a mission of contributing to the development of dental care, the company went on to develop a series of materials indispensable for this care, including dental cement, rubber for dentures, and resin teeth.

03Business Segments

SHOFU operates a broad range of businesses centered on our Dental Business, which is centered around the research, development, and manufacture of dental materials and expanded through equipment and digital solutions. Leveraging these core technologies, we also operate a Nail Business and an Industrial Abrasives Business.

  • Dental Business

    Our Dental Business centers on the research, development, manufacture, and sale of dental materials used in dental clinics and laboratories, while also offering equipment and CAD/CAM-based digital solutions.

  • Nail care Business

    Our Nail care Business develops, manufactures, and sells acrylic and gel nail products, nail care items, and nail machines.

  • Other Business

    Our Other Business develops, manufactures, and sells industrial rubber abrasives.

04Products are used here

This section uses illustrations to show how SHOFU's products are used in everyday dental practice and laboratory work.
You can learn about the features and uses of our products from the points on the map.

  • Dental clinic

  • Dental laboratory

05Shofu at a Glance -- Key Figures

  • Founded
    in1922

     

  • Net sales（consolidated）

    FY2025/3

  • Number of employees（consolidated）
    1,413

    As of March 31, 2025

  • Number of production sites
    9
    + One equity method affiliated company

    As of March 31, 2025

  • Number of patents held
    490

    As of March 31, 2025

  • Products supplied
    approximately100countries
    around the world

    As of March 31, 2025

  • ROE
    10.3％

    As of March 31, 2025

  • Payout ratio
    40.3％
    DOE
    4.1％

    As of March 31, 2025

  • Percentage of employees taking childcare leave
    （non-consolidated）
    Male
    60％
    Female
    100％

    As of March 31, 2025

06The global Shofu network.

The SHOFU Group operates through a global network that connects our headquarters-based R&D center with production sites and sales companies around the world. By staying close to the needs of each region, we deliver high-quality products and services to dental professionals across the globe.

国内
アジア
北米・中南米
ヨーロッパ

07Shofu's Strengths

1Leading Dental Medicine through Proprietary R&D and Technological Excellence

2A Trusted Academic Network Spanning the Globe

  • We collaborate with leading KOLs from Japan and abroad, sharing practical techniques and the latest clinical insights on material use. To help people gain a deeper understanding of Shofu's material technology, we hold practical, hands-on seminars all over the world.

  • The Company regularly holds practical hands-on seminars for dental technicians, supporting practical skill development aligned with their needs. We listen to the voices of those in the field and support the improvement of technical capabilities and maximization of product value.

3A Comprehensive and Diverse Portfolio Covering Dental Materials

  • We offer a diverse lineup of products centered on dental materials, leveraging our proprietary technologies. By integrating materials, equipment, and digital solutions, we meet a broad range of needs in dental practices and laboratories.

  • Our restorative materials, backed by Shofu's unique material technologies, represent one of the key categories driving our growth. With a product lineup designed for superior handling, durability, and aesthetics, our materials are widely trusted in clinical settings both in Japan and overseas.

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