Toyota|$17.53 (¥2,828)+1.25%▲ (in JPY terms)
Sony|$24.35 (¥3,928)+1.50%▲ (in JPY terms)
SoftBank|$31.99 (¥5,161)-0.75%▼ (in JPY terms)
MUFG|$22.67 (¥3,658)+1.39%▲ (in JPY terms)
Keyence|$514.20 (¥82,960)+0.99%▲ (in JPY terms)
Nintendo|$55.74 (¥8,993)+3.04%▲ (in JPY terms)
NTT|$1.05 (¥169)+0.24%▲ (in JPY terms)
Takeda|$35.95 (¥5,800)-0.15%▼ (in JPY terms)
Tokyo Electron|$348.53 (¥56,230)+0.41%▲ (in JPY terms)
Recruit|$110.33 (¥17,800)+4.89%▲ (in JPY terms)
ITOCHU|$13.12 (¥2,117)+0.55%▲ (in JPY terms)
Honda|$10.55 (¥1,703)+2.41%▲ (in JPY terms)
Shin-Etsu|$37.20 (¥6,001)+0.13%▲ (in JPY terms)
Tokio Marine|$47.68 (¥7,693)+0.84%▲ (in JPY terms)
Fast Retailing|$441.68 (¥71,260)+0.06%▲ (in JPY terms)
Toyota|$17.53 (¥2,828)+1.25%▲ (in JPY terms)
Sony|$24.35 (¥3,928)+1.50%▲ (in JPY terms)
SoftBank|$31.99 (¥5,161)-0.75%▼ (in JPY terms)
MUFG|$22.67 (¥3,658)+1.39%▲ (in JPY terms)
Keyence|$514.20 (¥82,960)+0.99%▲ (in JPY terms)
Nintendo|$55.74 (¥8,993)+3.04%▲ (in JPY terms)
NTT|$1.05 (¥169)+0.24%▲ (in JPY terms)
Takeda|$35.95 (¥5,800)-0.15%▼ (in JPY terms)
Tokyo Electron|$348.53 (¥56,230)+0.41%▲ (in JPY terms)
Recruit|$110.33 (¥17,800)+4.89%▲ (in JPY terms)
ITOCHU|$13.12 (¥2,117)+0.55%▲ (in JPY terms)
Honda|$10.55 (¥1,703)+2.41%▲ (in JPY terms)
Shin-Etsu|$37.20 (¥6,001)+0.13%▲ (in JPY terms)
Tokio Marine|$47.68 (¥7,693)+0.84%▲ (in JPY terms)
Fast Retailing|$441.68 (¥71,260)+0.06%▲ (in JPY terms)
Nikkei Industry Sector

Rubber Products

Overview

Japan's rubber sector is anchored by world-class tire manufacturers and producers of industrial rubber components used in automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing applications. Japanese tire companies are recognized globally for technological sophistication in performance, safety engineering, and fuel efficiency.

Current Trend

The electric vehicle transition is reshaping product requirements—EVs need tires with higher load capacity, lower rolling resistance, and enhanced durability due to battery weight and instant torque. This creates a product upgrade cycle that leading Japanese tire companies are capitalizing on through targeted EV-specific tire development programs.

Companies in This Sector 2
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited
Today's Avg. Price Change
-1.26% 2 stocks

Simple average of constituent stock price changes vs. previous close. Not a sector index.

Updated: 2026-08-28 (JST)
Position in Japan

This sector is closely correlated with global automotive production volumes and vehicle usage patterns, giving it significant cyclical characteristics. Japanese tire manufacturers are among the top global players, competing at the premium performance segment alongside Continental, Michelin, and Pirelli.

Latest Press Releases
29
Aug
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION JP3830800003
2026-08-28 BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION “We have developed a fundamental technology that contributes to improving the rubber productivity of guayule, a natural rubber resource.”
29
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-28 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “August 28, 2026 – Tire-related technology: Yokohama Rubber develops its own generative AI system to support decision-making in tire development.”
28
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-27 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “On August 27, 2026, Yokohama Rubber and the "YOKOHAMA Magokoro Fund" made a donation to the "Kanagawa Prefectural Hospital Pediatric Medical Fund" as part of their business-related sustainability initiatives.”
27
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-26 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “August 26, 2026 Management-related Sustainability: Yokohama Rubber and the "YOKOHAMA Magokoro Fund" will continue to support "WaterAid Japan," which is working to solve water and sanitation problems.”
26
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-25 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “On August 25, 2026, Yokohama Rubber, a tire-related company, held the "2026 National Service Skills Contest" to improve its service capabilities that support the safe operation of its customers' vehicles.”
25
Aug
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION JP3830800003
2026-08-24 BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION “We have started airing our new corporate commercial, "Bridgestone: A World You Don't Know – Aviation Solutions Edition," on TV.”
25
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-24 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “August 24, 2026 Management-related Sustainability: Yokohama Rubber's participation in international collaborative research aimed at suppressing rubber tree diseases confirmed effectiveness through field evaluation.”
19
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-18 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “August 18, 2026: Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a management-related company, has signed an official partnership agreement with the prestigious Italian football club Juventus FC.”
19
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-18 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “On August 18, 2026, a vehicle equipped with Yokohama Rubber's "GEOLANDAR" tires achieved its second consecutive overall victory at the Asia Cross Country Rally.”
11
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-10 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “August 10, 2026 (Management-related news): Yokohama Rubber reports record-high sales and profits for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, and raises its full-year earnings forecast and interim and year-end dividends.”
08
Aug
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION JP3830800003
2026-08-07 BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION “Financial results for the second quarter of the fiscal year ending December 2026 have been announced.”
06
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-05 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “August 5, 2026, Tire-related article: "Studless tires protect safety in Japan's winters."”
05
Aug
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION JP3830800003
2026-08-04 BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION “Bridgestone's Indian group company held a ceremony to commemorate its 30th anniversary.”
05
Aug
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION JP3830800003
2026-08-04 BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION “Notice regarding the status of share buybacks.”
05
Aug
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-08-04 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “August 4, 2026 Management-related Sustainability: Regarding support from Yokohama Rubber and the "YOKOHAMA Magokoro Fund" for victims of the 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake.”
31
Jul
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-07-30 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “July 30, 2026 – Tire-related news: Yokohama Rubber launches new SUV studless tire "iceGUARD 8 SUV," significantly improving ice performance while also maximizing snow and wear resistance.”
30
Jul
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-07-29 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “July 29, 2026 – Tire-related news: Yokohama Rubber's "ADVAN dB V552" tire was fitted as original equipment on SAIC Motor's new "MG7" vehicle.”
29
Jul
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-07-28 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “On July 28, 2026, Yokohama Rubber's "ADVAN Sport V107" tire was fitted as original equipment on the newly improved Mazda Roadster.”
28
Jul
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION JP3830800003
2026-07-27 BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION “Blizzak, the No. 1 tire brand nationwide, has launched a new product, the Blizzak Icepeak, a studless tire honed on roads around the world.”
28
Jul
The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited JP3955800002
2026-07-27 The Yokohama Rubber Company,Limited “On July 27, 2026, Yokohama Rubber announced that it would supply "GEOLANDAR" tires to 12 teams, including "Team Mitsubishi Ralliart," which is aiming for a consecutive victory in the Asia Cross Country Rally.”
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