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Ricoh Company, Ltd.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ricoh Company, Ltd. is a Japanese multinational technology company that produces imaging, office equipment, and related digital services. Founded in 1936 and headquartered in Tokyo, it is known for printers, copiers, scanners, projectors, and document management solutions. Ricoh serves international business customers, including Canadian organizations through its global office equipment, document management, and workplace services offerings.

History

Ricoh began in 1936 as a company formed to manufacture sensitized paper, tracing its origins to the Institute of Physical and Chemical Research's commercial division. The company later changed names and became Ricoh Company, Ltd. in 1963.

Products and services

Ricoh is known for imaging and office equipment, including copiers, printers, scanners, fax machines, and projectors. It also provides software and services for document management, workflow automation, and workplace solutions. Its product range includes multifunction devices and related digital services.

Operations

Ricoh operates internationally and reports a presence in around 200 countries and regions. The group maintains regional operations across Japan, the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Ricoh serves customers in these regions, including Canadian organizations.

Corporate profile

Ricoh describes itself as an information management and digital services company. Its business has shifted over time from hardware-centered imaging products toward broader workplace and process automation services.

Key facts

  • Ricoh began in 1936 as a company formed to manufacture sensitized paper.
  • The company later expanded from photographic and imaging products into office equipment and digital services.
  • Ricoh’s headquarters is in Tokyo, Japan.
  • Its product range includes multifunction devices, printers, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and projectors.
  • The group says it serves customers in around 200 countries and regions.
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Canadian context

Ricoh serves international business customers, including Canadian organizations through its global office equipment, document management, and workplace services offerings.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ricoh?
Ricoh is a Japanese multinational technology company focused on imaging, office equipment, and digital workplace services.
When was Ricoh founded?
Ricoh was founded on 6 February 1936.
Where is Ricoh headquartered?
Ricoh’s headquarters is in Tokyo, Japan.
What does Ricoh make?
Ricoh makes printers, photocopiers, scanners, fax machines, projectors, and related software and services.
Does Ricoh operate outside Japan?
Yes. Ricoh says it operates in around 200 countries and regions.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricoh
    Supports: Founding date, Japanese multinational status, headquarters, products, and global operations
  2. Ricoh — https://www.ricoh.com/about/at-a-glance
    Supports: Global presence, customer base, sales, and corporate overview
  3. Ricoh — https://www.ricoh.com/-/Media/Ricoh/Sites/com/about/company/data/corporate_profile/pdf/2019_en.pdf
    Supports: Historical origins, 1936 founding, name changes, and early products
  4. Ricoh USA — https://www.ricoh-usa.com/en/about-us/who-we-are
    Supports: Description as an information management and digital services company
  5. Ricoh New Zealand — https://www.ricoh.co.nz/about-ricoh/corporate-overview
    Supports: Company overview, headquarters, employees, and business domains