Bearings Suppliers in Japan

MinebeaMitsumi is a Japanese multinational (founded 1951) known for precision miniaturized components, including bearings. It produces miniature and small bearings for automotive, electronics and industrial applications. With ~$8.9B sales (FY2020), ~83k employees, and global operations, it provides high-quality, mass-produced components. Its in-house R&D and ISO/IATF-certified plants ensure reliable products. Minebea owns NMB Technologies (bearings) and NHBB (aerospace bearings).

JTEKT Corporation (Japan) is the world’s largest steering system maker and a major bearing producer (including Koyo brand), established by merger in 2006. It manufactures steering and driveline components, machine tools and bearings. JTEKT’s bearings (tapered, ball, roller) serve automotive and industrial uses. Its global IATF-certified facilities and Toyota-affiliated R&D ensure high-quality, mass-production bearings for OEM supply.

Nachi-Fujikoshi is a diversified Japanese industrial group (founded 1928) with strong bearings business. It manufactures high-quality bearings (radial, angular contact, roller, spindle types) along with cutting tools, robots and hydraulics. Nachi’s bearings are used in automotive, aerospace and machine tools. Its commitment to innovation and precision (ISO/IATF-certified production) attracts OEM buyers seeking reliable, comprehensive bearing solutions from a single supplier.

NTN Corporation is a major Japanese manufacturer of bearings and precision components, founded 1918. NTN is known as the largest maker of automotive wheel bearings and CV joints, and second-largest CV joint supplier globally. Its products include rolling bearings, constant velocity joints, and related auto parts. NTN’s extensive automotive expertise, advanced R&D and IATF-certified production make it a preferred supplier for OEMs worldwide.

NSK Ltd. is a Japanese bearing manufacturer founded 1916, ranked among the world’s largest. It produces industrial and automotive bearings (including wheel bearings and steering components), linear guides and precision machinery. NSK leads in technologies such as electric power steering and ball screws. Its global operations and IATF-certified plants supply OEMs and aftermarket buyers seeking high-quality, precision-engineered bearing solutions for mobility and automation.