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    Nippon Paper Industries

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    "A global leader in pulp, paper, and advanced materials."

    Founded August 1, 1949 Kanda-Surugadai, Tokyo, Japan
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    Nippon Paper Industries traces its roots to August 1, 1949, when Jujo Paper Co., Ltd. was founded. The modern company emerged through mergers: in 1993, Jujo Paper merged with Sanyo-Kokusaku Pulp Co., Ltd. and was renamed Nippon Paper Industries. A merger with Daishowa Paper Manufacturing in 2001 formed Nippon Unipac Holding, and a 2013 restructuring created the current operating company. Headquartered in Kanda-Surugadai, Tokyo, the company trades on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under ticker 3863.

    Nippon Paper operates through four segments: Pulp and Paper (newsprint, printing paper, sanitary paper, packaging); Paper-related (containers, adhesives, cardboard); Wood Products and Construction; and Other (energy, agriculture, soft drinks, sports clubs). It also produces advanced materials like cellulose nanofibers, functional chemicals, and lignin products. In 2012, the company ranked sixth globally among pulp and paper producers. As of April 2013, it had 33 subsidiaries and 11 associate companies.

    The company faces challenges from digital media and environmental regulations but is adapting by investing in biomass energy and nanocellulose. The global nanofiber market is projected to grow from $2.9 billion in 2023 to $9.4 billion by 2028, and Nippon Paper is positioning itself in that space. A major industrial accident at its U.S. subsidiary, Nippon Dynawave Packaging, involved a chemical spill; the death toll was expected to reach 11, according to The Japan Times.

    Products & Sub-brands

    NewsprintPrinting paperSanitary paperPackaging paperContainer boardKraft pulpDissolving pulpPaper containersAdhesive-related productsCardboardWooden materialsCellulose nanofibersFunctional chemicalsLignin products

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns Nippon Paper Industries?
    Nippon Paper Industries is a publicly traded company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE: 3863). It is owned by its shareholders, with major institutional investors including Japanese financial institutions and foreign funds. No single majority owner controls the company.
    Who is the CEO of Nippon Paper Industries?
    The company does not publicly list a single CEO in recent disclosures. Key executives include Hiroya Kakehashi (Executive Officer & GM of Sales Planning Division), Takashi Ochi (Senior Managing Executive Officer & GM of R&D), and Kazuto Shimada (Senior Managing Executive Officer, GM of Graphic Paper Sales).
    How much is Nippon Paper Industries worth?
    As of March 31, 2026, Nippon Paper Industries had trailing 12-month revenue of $7.91 billion. Its market capitalization fluctuates with share price; at ¥1,301 per share (July 2026), analysts estimate intrinsic value at approximately ¥2,732 per share, suggesting the company is undervalued by about 52%.
    Nippon Paper Industries vs. Domtar — which is bigger?
    Nippon Paper Industries (revenue $7.91B) is larger than Domtar, a corporate-backed company based in Fort Mill, SC. Nippon Paper ranks among the top 10 global pulp and paper companies and has a more diversified product portfolio including nanofibers and chemicals, while Domtar focuses primarily on pulp and paper.
    Is Nippon Paper Industries still in business?
    Yes, Nippon Paper Industries is still in business as of July 2026. It continues to operate globally with active stock trading on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The company is adapting to industry challenges by expanding into biomass energy, functional materials, and cellulose nanofiber technology.

    Keywords

    Nippon Paper Industriespulp and paperTokyo Stock ExchangeJujo PaperDaishowa PaperSanyo-Kokusaku Pulpcellulose nanofibernanocellulosenewsprintcontainer boardkraft pulpbiomass energyJapanforestry

    Sources

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    Company Info

    Founded
    August 1, 1949
    Headquarters
    Kanda-Surugadai, Tokyo, Japan
    Industry
    pulp and paper industry
    Revenue
    $7.91 billion (TTM ending March 31, 2026)
    Stock Ticker
    TSE: 3863
    Global Rank (2012)
    6th among pulp and paper companies
    Revenue (TTM Mar 2026)
    $7.91 billion
    Subsidiaries (2013)
    33 subsidiaries, 11 associates

    Official Website

    www.nipponpapergroup.com

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