Hitachi Kokusai Electric Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based manufacturer specializing in professional video equipment, security and industrial systems, and medical imaging solutions. As a member of the Hitachi Group, the company leverages advanced electronic and optical technologies to serve broadcast professionals, security integrators, and healthcare providers worldwide.
The company’s Broadcast & Professional Video division designs and produces high-definition studio cameras, video switchers, signal processors, and recording systems for television networks and production houses. Its Security & Industrial Systems segment offers networked surveillance cameras, thermal detectors, video analytics software, and turnkey monitoring solutions for enterprises, public safety agencies, and critical infrastructure operators. In the medical field, Hitachi Kokusai Electric develops digital X-ray systems, flat-panel detectors, and mobile imaging devices aimed at hospitals and diagnostic centers.
Founded in 1957 as Kokusai Electric and headquartered in Tokyo, Hitachi Kokusai Electric has built a global sales and support network spanning Asia, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company maintains research and development centers in Japan and overseas to drive product innovation, reliability, and compliance with international standards. Its clientele includes broadcast broadcasters, security firms, and healthcare institutions seeking high-performance imaging and monitoring solutions.
Over its history, Hitachi Kokusai Electric has integrated into the broader Hitachi portfolio while retaining its focus on optics and electronics engineering. Led by an executive leadership team based in Tokyo, the company continues to invest in emerging technologies such as IP-based video transmission, 4K/8K imaging, and AI‐driven analytics, reinforcing its position in professional media, security, and medical markets.
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