Denso Corporation

Denso Corporation is a global automotive components manufacturer headquartered in Kariya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The company's mission is to contribute to a better world by creating value together with a vision for the future, emphasizing innovation and quality in its operations.

DENSO develops and manufactures a comprehensive range of advanced automotive technologies, systems, and components. Its core product areas include thermal systems, powertrain systems, mobility electronics, electrification systems, and safety and cockpit systems. Beyond automotive, DENSO also engages in non-automotive businesses such such as industrial robots, factory automation, and agricultural technology, and is notably recognized as the inventor of the QR code. The company primarily functions as a Tier 1 B2B supplier to major global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), with a significant portion of its revenue derived from sales to the Toyota Group, while also supplying other prominent car manufacturers worldwide.

As a leading global automotive components supplier, DENSO consistently ranks among the top worldwide by sales, with consolidated revenue of approximately US$47.9 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2025. The company is strategically focused on future mobility trends, including electrification, connected driving, factory automation, and advanced safety and automated driving, investing substantially in these areas. Shinnosuke Hayashi serves as the President and CEO, with Koji Arima as the Chairman. In April 2026, DENSO notably withdrew its proposal to acquire chipmaker Rohm Co., indicating a recalibration of its semiconductor strategy.