This year marks Ricoh’s 90th anniversary.

Riken Kankoshi Co., Ltd. was established after separating from Rikagaku Kogyo, a company created to commercialize inventions developed at the Institute of Physical and Chemical Research.

In 1955, we entered the office equipment market with the launch of the Ricopy 101, Japan’s first desktop diazo-wet copier. It revolutionized office work by streamlining administrative tasks.

In 1973, we launched the RIFAX 600S, the world’s first high-speed office facsimile machine. In 1977, we began advocating office automation—the idea that machines should handle routine tasks so people can focus on more creative work. That philosophy remains relevant today.

We transitioned from analog copiers to digital multifunction printers, advancing networking capabilities and expanding into color technology.

We expanded into IT services and related solutions, supporting evolving ways of working through technology and expertise.

In 2020, Ricoh announced its transformation into a digital services company dedicated to supporting the creativity of people at work. Leveraging our industry-leading sales and support network, we work closely with customers to help transform how work gets done.

By staying close to the world of work and driving meaningful change, Ricoh empowers people to unleash their uniquely human creativity and helps build a more sustainable future.