In 1963, Caterpillar began operations in Japan through a joint venture with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. Today, our Japan team leads the development hydraulic excavators for Caterpillar. The Akashi facility delivers hydraulic excavator technologies to our local and global customers.
Cat Financial also has a presence in region to support our Japanese customers.
Primary Locations
Key Offices: Yokohama
Manufacturing: Akashi
The Caterpillar Foundation has continued to invest in local not-for-profit organizations in Japan to improve basic human needs, promote environmental awareness and enhance education in schools.
