A Tradition of Making the Impossible Possible Through
Challenge and Creativity

The Kyocera Philosophy is not a mere company Motto. It is a set of practical philosophical principles for overcoming difficulties and creating new value for customers and society. Transcending national borders and job functions, it is a spirit that lives throughout the company today. By encouraging the growth and success of each employee, it is a great source of power for the Kyocera Group as a whole.

Case Study（1960s）

Development of Substrates for IBM’s Integrated Circuits

How the passion of Kyocera employees overcame the limits of technology.

Case Study（1960s–1970s）

World Dominance in Ceramic Multilayer Packages

The decision to respond to unknown needs led to an overwhelming share of the global market.

Case Study（1970s）

Achieving a V-Shaped Recovery after the 1970s Oil Shock

Balancing employment and productivity in the face of an unprecedented crisis.

Case Study（1970s–1980s）

Development of an All-Ceramic Engine

The value of taking on what others say cannot be done.

Case Study（1980s）

World’s First Mass Production of Amorphous Silicon Photoreceptor Drums

Team of mostly young staff achieves mass production of a groundbreaking world-first technology.

Case Study（1980s）

Next-Generation ECOSYS Laser Printer Series

Technical issues overcome with tenacity and a strong commitment to colleagues lead to a next-generation printer with outstanding environmental performance and cost efficiency.