Murata Manufacturing
A Japanese global manufacturer of electronic components, best known for ceramic capacitors, radio-frequency filters, sensors, and wireless modules.
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Overview
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a Japanese electronic-components company headquartered in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture. Founded by Akira Murata in 1944, the company developed from a ceramics-focused venture into a vertically integrated supplier of passive components, radio-frequency parts, connectivity products, sensors, power-related devices, and other technologies used inside electronic systems. Its products are generally sold to equipment manufacturers and industrial customers rather than directly to consumers. Murata is particularly associated with multilayer ceramic capacitors, or MLCCs. These miniature passive components store and regulate electrical energy and are used in smartphones, computers, vehicles, industrial equipment, medical devices, telecommunications infrastructure, and many other products. The company also manufactures inductors, ceramic resonators, surface-acoustic-wave and other filters, crystal devices, radio-frequency modules, wireless connectivity modules, power supplies, sensors, and integrated components made with thin-film, thick-film, and low-temperature co-fired ceramic technologies. The company’s competitive position rests on materials science, miniaturization, manufacturing scale, process control, reliability, and the ability to combine several component technologies into modules. Murata has built a substantial intellectual-property portfolio around ceramic-component and high-frequency technologies. Its products are important in wireless communications because filters and related radio-frequency components help separate, condition, and manage signals across increasingly crowded frequency bands. The same manufacturing expertise supports automotive electronics, where components must meet demanding reliability and environmental requirements. Murata has expanded internationally through manufacturing, research, sales, acquisitions, and strategic transactions. As of March 31, 2025, the company had 84 subsidiaries: 29 in Japan and 55 overseas. Its international footprint covered North America, Latin America, Europe, East and Southeast Asia, and India. Acquisitions and partnerships have strengthened its capabilities in radio-frequency devices, semiconductor technologies, batteries, and related electronics. Notable transactions include the acquisition of RF Monolithics, the purchase of Peregrine Semiconductor, the acquisition of Sony’s battery business, and the acquisition of Resonant. The company also participates in applications beyond conventional component supply. In cooperation with Michelin, Murata developed a battery-free RFID module designed to be embedded in tires. The system can support inventory management, maintenance activities, and end-of-life recycling. Murata has also invested in education and public engagement, including sponsorship of The SpectacuLAB science exhibit at Walt Disney World’s Epcot. Murata remains an active global electronics supplier whose brand is more visible within engineering and industrial procurement than among general consumers. Its broad portfolio and expertise in ceramic materials, passive components, high-frequency electronics, sensing, and connectivity position it across consumer electronics, communications, automotive, healthcare, industrial automation, and infrastructure markets.
History
Akira Murata established Murata Manufacturing as a personal venture in October 1944. The early business was rooted in ceramics, a foundation that later became central to the company’s development of electronic passive components. In December 1950, the enterprise was reorganized as Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. with paid-in capital of ¥1 million. Over subsequent decades, Murata built expertise in the production of ceramic electronic components and expanded from individual parts into a broad portfolio of passive, high-frequency, sensing, power, and communications technologies. Its manufacturing approach combined materials research with increasingly precise processes for miniaturization and high-volume production. This helped the company become closely associated with multilayer ceramic capacitors, ceramic filters, resonators, inductors, and other components used in mass-market electronics and industrial systems. As wireless communication became more complex, Murata expanded its radio-frequency capabilities. The company developed and acquired technologies for filters, modules, and related semiconductor applications. Its acquisition strategy included the announced purchase of RF Monolithics in 2012, the announced acquisition of Peregrine Semiconductor in 2014, and the acquisition of Sony’s battery business after a 2016 memorandum of understanding. In 2022, Murata announced the acquisition of Resonant for $4.50 per share, further supporting its radio-frequency filter activities. Murata’s business also broadened geographically. It established subsidiaries and operations across Japan, North America, Latin America, Europe, China, Taiwan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and India. By March 31, 2025, the company reported 84 subsidiaries, including 29 in Japan and 55 overseas. This network supports production, research, sales, customer engineering, and regional market access. The company has continued to invest in application-specific research. In December 2020, it announced a new automotive research and development center in Minatomirai, Yokohama. The facility reflected the increasing importance of electronic content in vehicles and the need for components that meet automotive performance and reliability requirements. Murata has also used partnerships and public-facing programs to demonstrate applications of its technology. In 2017, it sponsored The SpectacuLAB science exhibit at Epcot, emphasizing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education. In 2021, Murata and Michelin announced a battery-free RFID module designed to be embedded in tires. The module was intended to support inventory control, maintenance, and recycling over the tire’s service life. Today, Murata is an active global electronic-components manufacturer. Its historical identity remains anchored in ceramic materials and passive components, while its business encompasses radio-frequency systems, wireless connectivity, sensors, batteries, power products, and application-focused technologies for communications, automotive, consumer, medical, and industrial markets.
- 2022
Resonant acquisition announced
[1]Murata announced the acquisition of Resonant for $4.50 per share.
- 2020
Automotive research center announced
[1]Murata announced a new automotive-focused research and development center in Minatomirai, Yokohama.
- 2017
Sony battery business acquired
[1]Murata bought Sony’s battery business after the transaction process announced in 2016.
- 2016
Sony battery-business memorandum
[1]Murata and Sony signed a memorandum concerning the planned sale of part of Sony’s battery business.
- 2014
Peregrine Semiconductor acquisition announced
[1]Murata announced its acquisition of Peregrine Semiconductor.
- 2012
RF Monolithics transaction announced
[1]Murata announced an agreement to acquire RF Monolithics at $1.78 per share.
- 1950
Corporate reorganization
[1]The business was reorganized as Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. in December 1950 with paid-in capital of ¥1 million.
- 1944
Akira Murata establishes the business
[1]Akira Murata founded Murata Manufacturing as a personal venture in October 1944.
Products and positioning
A high-reliability, technology-led electronic-components supplier emphasizing ceramic materials expertise, miniaturization, high-frequency performance, manufacturing quality, and integrated solutions for communications, automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics.
Passive components
Multilayer ceramic capacitors
Murata’s best-known product family consists of miniature multilayer ceramic capacitors used for energy storage, filtering, decoupling, and voltage stabilization. They are deployed in consumer electronics, communications equipment, vehicles, industrial systems, medical devices, and infrastructure. The product line reflects Murata’s expertise in ceramic materials, multilayer construction, miniaturization, and high-volume precision manufacturing.
RF components
Radio-frequency filters
Murata produces SAW filters, crystal filters, LC filters, and related radio-frequency devices. These components select or suppress frequency bands and help wireless systems manage interference and signal quality. They are used in mobile communications, connectivity products, automotive systems, and other equipment requiring compact and reliable RF front ends.
Passive and timing components
Inductors and ceramic resonators
Chip inductors, ceramic resonators, and associated components support signal conditioning, power management, filtering, and frequency control. Murata manufactures these products using ceramic and other precision processes and supplies them for dense electronic assemblies across consumer, communications, automotive, and industrial applications.
Connectivity modules
Wireless and communication modules
Murata supplies integrated wireless and communication modules that combine multiple electronic functions into compact assemblies. These offerings are designed for applications such as mobile and wireless equipment, industrial connectivity, automotive electronics, and connected devices, reducing integration work for equipment manufacturers.
Sensors
Sensors
Murata’s sensor portfolio supports the measurement of physical conditions in electronic, automotive, industrial, and other systems. The company’s broader component expertise allows sensors to be combined with signal-processing, connectivity, and module technologies for compact embedded applications.
Identification and tracking technology · 2021
RFID tire module
Developed with Michelin, this battery-free RFID module is designed to be embedded in a tire. It can retain identification and lifecycle information without an external power source and is intended to support inventory control, aftermarket maintenance, and tire recycling over extended mileage.
Marketing campaigns
- 2017The SpectacuLAB
United States
Murata sponsored The SpectacuLAB science-oriented exhibit at Walt Disney World’s Epcot. The presentation used demonstrations and entertainment to promote interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics among children and families.
Outcome. Public STEM education and brand engagement initiative.
Brand decisions
2022
Acquisition of ResonantM&ABackground
Murata sought to reinforce its design capabilities for radio-frequency filters.
Action taken
Murata announced the acquisition of Resonant for $4.50 per share.
Aftermath
The transaction added Resonant’s RF filter design capabilities to Murata’s portfolio.
Offer price per share. $4.50 (2022 announcement)
2020
Automotive research and development expansionStrategyBackground
Growing electronic content in vehicles increased demand for automotive-qualified components and application engineering.
Action taken
Murata announced a dedicated automotive research and development center in Minatomirai, Yokohama.
Aftermath
The center strengthened Murata’s focus on vehicle-related electronics and research.
2016
Planned purchase of Sony battery operationsM&ABackground
Murata aimed to expand beyond passive components into battery and energy-related electronics.
Action taken
Murata and Sony signed a memorandum of understanding covering the sale of part of Sony’s battery business.
Aftermath
Murata completed the purchase of Sony’s battery business in 2017.
2014
Acquisition of Peregrine SemiconductorM&ABackground
Murata pursued additional radio-frequency semiconductor and connectivity capabilities.
Action taken
Murata announced the acquisition of Peregrine Semiconductor.
Aftermath
The deal broadened Murata’s technology base in RF semiconductor applications.
2012
Agreement to acquire RF MonolithicsM&ABackground
Murata sought to expand its radio-frequency component and technology capabilities.
Action taken
It announced a transaction for RF Monolithics at $1.78 per share.
Aftermath
The transaction became part of Murata’s expansion in RF-related technologies.
Offer price per share. $1.78 (2012 announcement)
Recent events
Murata and Accenture sign manufacturing AI partnership[3]
Reported:
Murata Manufacturing said it signed a three-year strategic partnership with Accenture's Japanese arm to expand the use of AI and data across manufacturing operations and related business processes. Shared performance targets will link part of Accenture's compensation to results on selected initiatives.
Murata subsidiary plans new production building in Japan[4]
Reported:
Komoro Murata Manufacturing said it would start construction of a new production building in November 2021. The facility is intended to provide infrastructure to respond to growing medium- to long-term demand for RF modules.
- Unconfirmed
Murata introduces SCHA600 six-axis MEMS sensor[5]
Murata announced the SCHA600, an integrated six-axis MEMS inertial sensor for critical automotive applications; product samples are available, and mass production was said to be planned for the end of December 2020.
Murata unveils MYW series DC-DC converters[6]
Murata unveiled the MYW series in its MonoBK DC-DC converter family. The first product in the series is the MYWGC3R53FFW92RAE; the article says the product is sampling and mass production is scheduled for Q2 2020.
- Unconfirmed
Google announces new Coral module and mini development board[7]
Google introduced a new Coral accelerator module developed with Murata and a mini Coral development board. The article says both were expected to be released in the first half of the year; it does not provide a publication date.
CAP-XX announces acquisition of Murata supercapacitor production lines[8]
Reported:
CAP-XX announced that it would acquire Murata's supercapacitor production lines and relocate them from Japan to a new factory in Sydney.
Sources8 sources
- 1Murata Manufacturingen.wikipedia.org
- 2Murata Manufacturing corporate websitemurata.com
- 3村田制作所与埃森哲签署制造业人工智能合作协议jp.ibtimes.com
- 4Murata子公司计划在日本建设新生产大楼evertiq.com
- 5村田制作所推出SCHA600六轴MEMS传感器auto.cnfol.com
- 6村田推出MYW系列DC-DC转换器embeddedcomputing.com
- 7Google宣布Coral加速模组及迷你开发板ithome.com.tw
- 8CAP-XX宣布收购村田超级电容器生产线prweb.com
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