Company History

History and Milestones

1998

April
Establishment of Kitazato Bio Research Lab

April
Establishment of Kitazato BioPharma Co., Ltd.

2005

2007

April
Establishment of Kitazato Medical Co., Ltd.
(currently Kitazato Corporation)

December
Establishment of Kitazato Bioscience Co., Ltd.

2008

2011

June
Establishment of Kitazato Healthcare Co., Ltd.

February
Establishment of Kitazato Inspection Center Co., Ltd.

2016

2017

February
Kitazato Medical Co., Ltd. merged with Kitazato BioPharma Co., Ltd.
and changed its company name to Kitazato Corporation

March
Establishment of Kitazato Cryobank Co., Ltd.

2022

2023

June
Establishment of Kitazato America, Inc.

Company Name and Logo

Kitazato Corporation

Origin of Our Company Name

The name “Kitazato” has two meanings.

In Japanese, “Kitazato” is derived from the words North and Hometown.
Our hometown, where our headquarters is located, lies at the foot of the majestic Mount Fuji rising to the north.
Inspired by this rich natural environment, the name “Kitazato” reflects our origin and our determination to continue moving forward from this land embraced by nature.

The name also honors Dr. Shibasaburo Kitazato, a pioneering Japanese physician who devoted his life to medicine and education and made significant contributions to society with his unwavering spirit.
Guided by his philosophy of perseverance and challenge, we carry the name “Kitazato” as a symbol of our strong commitment to contributing to the advancement of healthcare and society.

With deep respect for both our enduring homeland and the great predecessor who paved the way without fear of challenge, we continue to move forward toward the future under the name “Kitazato.”

Origin of Our Logo

The Kitazato logo combines blue and red.

Blue represents the ocean, the source of life, symbolizing depth and boundless potential.
Red represents the energy and passion of life, symbolizing strength and the will to move forward.

Together, these colors express the vitality of life and our continuous pursuit of growth.

Being ISO certified company,
we ensure high-quality product and also be environmentally-friendly.

  • MD 548540 / ISO 13485

    MD 548540 / ISO 13485

  • FM 597440 / ISO 9001

    FM 597440 / ISO 9001

    Manufacture of physical instruments

  • FM 597440 / ISO 9001

    EMS 745661 / ISO 14001

    ※Administrative department in
    the manufacturing of infertility
    treatment devices.