Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.’s manufacturing subsidiary, Fukui Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., has already completed the construction of its new ceramic capacitor R&D center. Accordingly, the construction of the research and development base, which started in November 2023, has investment of around ¥35 billion (US$224 million approx). It is located in Echizen City in Japan’s Fukui prefecture.

The center is scheduled to open on Monday, March 30, 2026.

Reinforces Tech Capabilities

The establishment of the ceramic capacitor R&D Center is aimed at improving Murata’s technological capabilities in the development and manufacturing of ceramic capacitors, its core business. By creating a cutting-edge environment dedicated to research and development, Murata aims to facilitate higher-level R&D activities and nurture engineers.

The center will also collaborate with other Murata sites and partner companies to strengthen Murata’s manufacturing capabilities across the entire manufacturing process from product development to mass production.

Going forward, Murata will continue to pursue the enhancement of its technological capabilities in order to provide innovative products and technologies to society and contribute to further growth in the electronics market.

09 February 2026