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SMC strengthens its global innovation capabilities with the launch of the new Japan Technical Center near Tokyo

SMC strengthens its global innovation capabilities with the launch of the new Japan Technical Center near Tokyo

The new flagship R&D hub will accelerate the development of advanced technologies that directly support SMC’s innovation strategy and customer needs across Europe.

Tokyo, 2 March 2026 – SMC has officially begun operations at its new Japan Technical Center (JTC), located in the Kashiwa City of Tokyo’s metropolitan region. The centre becomes SMC’s main global hub for research and development, designed to accelerate innovation and reinforce the company’s technological leadership worldwide.

Equipped with state of the art research facilities, specialised laboratories and a collaborative environment that fosters creativity and efficiency, the JTC covers three interconnected buildings offering advanced capabilities in automation, control technologies, materials development, energy efficiency and industrial digitalisation.

Bringing direct value to European industry

For customers and partners across Europe, the opening of the Japan Technical Center represents a significant step in SMC’s global innovation strategy. The centre will drive:

  • Faster development cycles for new products and technologies that address emerging European market needs.
  • Enhanced focus on sustainability and energy savings, aligned with the EU’s regulatory frameworks and green transition objectives.
  • Stronger integration with SMC’s European Technical Centres, enabling more effective customisation and co engineering for key sectors such as automotive, life science, food & packaging, semiconductor manufacturing and e mobility.
  • New global collaboration frameworks, expanding opportunities for European customers to access SMC’s worldwide engineering expertise.

A strategic milestone for SMC’s global R&D network

With the launch of the JTC, SMC consolidates its commitment to long term technological advancement, strengthening the foundation for next generation automation solutions. The company will continue to focus on high efficiency, highly connected and more sustainable technologies designed to support industries undergoing major transformation.

Address of the Japan Technical Center:

Building A: 227 1, Chuo 140 Block 1, Wakashiba, Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture
Building B: 227 6, Chuo 138 Block 3, Wakashiba, Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture
Building C: 227 15, Chuo 132 Block 1, Wakashiba, Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture

2.3.2026