- CEO
- Yasuhiro Kobayashi
- Full Time Employees
- 17,041
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Industrial - Machinery
- Address
- 3-16, Sakae-cho Minamiyakata Toyoake AI Japan 470-1194
- IPO Date
- Mar 17, 2021
- Business
- Hoshizaki Corporation is a Japan-based company primarily engaged in the research, development, manufacture, sale, and maintenance of commercial kitchen and food service equipment. Its core products include ice machines (such as cubelet and flake ice makers), commercial refrigerators, freezers, food and beverage dispensers, dishwashers, and heated cabinets. The company offers various product lines catering to the food service industry, including specialized refrigeration solutions and advanced ice dispensing technologies. Hoshizaki operates globally with a significant presence in Japan, the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1947, the company is headquartered in Toyoake, Aichi, Japan.
Recently, Hoshizaki has made substantial advancements in environmental sustainability by expanding its lineup of products using low-environmental-impact, HFC-free natural refrigerants, upgrading 66 models across several product lines starting from late 2025 to significantly reduce global warming potential. In addition, Hoshizaki Alliance finalized the acquisition of Structural Concepts Corporation, a U.S. manufacturer of foodservice equipment, expanding its product portfolio and market reach in the Americas. Hoshizaki America also launched the Steelheart® Series Glass-Door Heated Cabinets, enhancing its heated holding solutions, and introduced an updated "All 7's" warranty program for its Steelheart® refrigeration line. The company has shifted to a rep-based sales model in certain U.S. regions to improve market penetration and customer service.
Operating across three regional segments—Japan, the Americas, and Europe/Asia—Hoshizaki serves diverse customer segments including restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and other commercial food service establishments. Its product development includes a focus on innovative ice quality and refrigeration technology, supported by a comprehensive R&D system and advanced manufacturing capabilities. The company recorded strong financial growth in 2024, with net sales increasing by over 17% and operating profit rising significantly, reflecting effective strategic execution and market expansion.
Hoshizaki Corporation operates several subsidiaries and has maintained a consistent commitment to sustainability, technological innovation, and expansion into global markets, reinforcing its status as a leading provider of commercial kitchen equipment worldwide. The company continues to adapt its product offerings and business strategies to environmental standards and evolving customer needs.