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TOSHO Inc.

Japanese pharmacy automation manufacturer providing reliable dispensing equipment and systems to healthcare professionals worldwide.

Last updated September 29, 2026

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Overview

TOSHO Inc. is a Japanese manufacturer of pharmacy automation equipment and systems, headquartered in Ohta-ku, Tokyo. Established on April 1, 1971, the company began as a wholesaler of medication wrapping paper and grew into a manufacturer of dose packaging machines and pharmacy systems. Today it describes itself as a pharmacy automation manufacturer with over half a century of experience, serving dispensing pharmacies, hospitals, and high-volume medication centers. The company's mission is expressed as "Your best pharmacy solution" — providing optimal solutions tailored to each healthcare setting, with a focus on frontline safety, efficiency, and enduring reliability. TOSHO's product range includes solid dose dispensing machines such as the Xana-100, Xana-S400, Xana-EU Series, and Xana-4001U2 Advance; semi-automated dispensing shelves like the Multicase-unit; support units including the Blade tablet halving machine and ITC-Duo tablet counter; the UNIPUL injection dispensing unit; and consumables such as packing paper and ink ribbons. According to its official website, TOSHO has 55+ years of experience, has powered over 10 billion pouches, and operates in 28 countries and regions. Its company profile lists 705 employees, capital of 48 million yen, and net sales of 29.5 billion yen. The President & CEO is Yoshihito Omura, supported by an executive team including Executive Managing Director Masato Omura, Managing Director Hirokazu Nakamizo, Director Nao Kanahama, and Senior Adviser Shiro Omura. TOSHO positions itself as a global leader in pharmacy automation, emphasizing awareness, ownership, and trust as core values. The company states that its solutions empower medical frontlines not only in Japan but worldwide, and it aims to continue evolving alongside technological advancements to contribute to health and lives globally.

History

TOSHO Inc. was established on April 1, 1971, in Tokyo, Japan. According to the company's CEO message, it was founded as a wholesaler of medication wrapping paper. Over time, TOSHO expanded into manufacturing dose packaging machines and developing pharmacy systems, evolving into a pharmacy automation manufacturer. This transition reflects a broader shift in the pharmacy sector toward automated dispensing solutions that improve safety and efficiency. By the 2020s, TOSHO had accumulated over half a century of experience. Its official website states that it has powered over 10 billion pouches and operates in 28 countries and regions. The company's product line has grown to include a range of solid dose dispensing machines (Xana series), semi-automated dispensing shelves, support units, injection dispensing units, and consumables. TOSHO emphasizes its commitment to frontline safety and patient care, positioning itself as a global provider of pharmacy automation. The company's mission, "Your best pharmacy solution," underscores its focus on tailoring solutions to each healthcare setting. TOSHO's core values—awareness, ownership, and trust—guide its daily operations and decision-making. With 705 employees and net sales of 29.5 billion yen, TOSHO continues to expand its global footprint, aiming to contribute to health and lives worldwide as it looks toward its next half century.

  • TOSHO Inc. established in Tokyo as a wholesaler of medication wrapping paper.

  • Xana-4001U2 Advance product information updated on official website.

  • Xana-100 product information updated on official website.

  • Blade product information updated on official website.

  • Multicase-unit product information updated on official website.

Products and positioning

Global leader in pharmacy automation, delivering reliable, safe, and efficient dispensing solutions with over half a century of experience.

  • Xana-100

    Combines speed and precision in a compact, space-saving design.

  • Xana-S400

    Designed for better cleaning access across all tablet paths, simplifying daily maintenance.

  • Xana-EU Series

    Standard model with customizable cassette capacity to best fit your space.

  • Xana-4001U2 Advance

    Features a robust design and proven durability to deliver reliable, high-volume tablet dispensing.

  • Multicase-unit

    Semi-automatic dispensing shelf that automatically guides operators to the prescribed medication, streamlining the picking process.

  • Blade

    Tablet halving machine: simply load the tablets and set the count to automatically halve them.

  • ITC-Duo

    Tablet counter: simply place a dispensing cassette on the counter to accurately count tablets.

  • UNIPUL

    Injection dispensing unit: stores injection drugs, such as ampoules and vials, for precise dispensing and efficient returns management.

  • Packing Paper & Ink Ribbons

    Consumables to support daily dispensing operations.

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