Representative Companies
| Company | Code | Description | IR | Dividend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone | 5108 | Global number two in the tyre industry behind France’s Michelin , aiming to reclaim the top spot. Founded in Kurume, Fukuoka, with plants still operating locally. Overseas business accounts for roughly three quarters of sales (参考文献 BRIDGESTONE DATA 2025). | ||
| TOTO | 5332 | Major sanitary ceramics manufacturer. An oft-repeated rumour has claimed the name hides “TOTO × ANI” to signify rivalry with INAX, but exports tell the real story: sales in China and North America are strong, giving overseas business about a 20% share. Within sanitary ceramics alone, TOTO holds the world’s number two share behind LIXIL. |