Itochu

Itochu Corporation is one of the largest sogo shosha (general trading companies) in Japan. Its headquarters are located in Tokyo. Itochu engages in a wide range of business activities, including domestic trading, import/export, and overseas trading of various products such as textiles, machinery, metals, minerals, energy, chemicals, food, general products, realty, information and communications technology, and finance. The company also invests in diverse sectors worldwide.

Itochu operates through numerous subsidiaries and affiliates across the globe, forming a vast network that facilitates its international trade and investment activities. Its business model is centered on identifying and capitalizing on opportunities across various industries and regions, playing a role in connecting producers and consumers worldwide. The company's origins date back to 1858, giving it a long history in the Japanese and global economies. It is a publicly traded company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.