Our Story

We are
the world’s rice
masters.

As the innovator behind the world’s first Sushi Robot, Suzumo is dedicated to supporting its customers in the food industry and promoting the delights of Japanese food culture globally.

No. 1 World Market Share  - Sushi Making Machine & Rice Serving Machine

Suzumo Partnership

Suzumo delivers its products worldwide through partnerships with dealers in various countries.
If you’re interested in joining our dealer network, please contact us.

World map showing Suzumo partner office locations. Suzumo Machinery Co., Ltd. is located in Tokyo, Japan. Suzumo Singapore Corporation Pte Ltd (SSC) is located in Singapore. The Head Office and California Branch is located at 20445 Gramercy Place, Suite 201-202, Torrance, CA 90501 U.S.A., phone (310) 328-0400, email sic@suzumokikou.com. The New Jersey Branch is located at 375 North Street, Unit K, Teterboro, NJ 07608 U.S.A., phone (201) 568-1900, email sic@suzumokikou.com. Head Office / California Branch - Google Maps Call California Branch: (310) 328-0400 Email California Branch: sic@suzumokikou.com New Jersey Branch - Google Maps Suzumo Singapore Corporation - Google Maps Call New Jersey Branch: (201) 568-1900 Email New Jersey Branch: sic@suzumokikou.com Suzumo Machinery Co., Ltd. Tokyo - Google Maps
World map showing Suzumo partner office locations. Suzumo Machinery Co., Ltd. is located in Tokyo, Japan. Suzumo Singapore Corporation Pte Ltd (SSC) is located in Singapore. The Head Office and California Branch is located at 20445 Gramercy Place, Suite 201-202, Torrance, CA 90501 U.S.A., phone (310) 328-0400, email sic@suzumokikou.com. The New Jersey Branch is located at 375 North Street, Unit K, Teterboro, NJ 07608 U.S.A., phone (201) 568-1900, email sic@suzumokikou.com. Head Office / California Branch - Google Maps Suzumo Machinery Co., Ltd. Tokyo - Google Maps New Jersey Branch - Google Maps Call New Jersey Branch: (201) 568-1900 Email New Jersey Branch: sic@suzumokikou.com Call California Branch: (310) 328-0400 Email California Branch: sic@suzumokikou.com Suzumo Singapore Corporation - Google Maps
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"We strive to bring the authenticity of Japanese food to the global doorstep, always delivering delicious results for you."

Suzumo Machinery pioneered the modern sushi industry with the world's first sushi robot in 1981. Driven by a passion for rice, a core element of Japanese cuisine, we revolutionized sushi production. What was once a luxury is now accessible to everyone. This affordability fueled sushi's global popularity.

Yet, Japanese cuisine extends far beyond sushi. Our mission is to make authentic Japanese food accessible worldwide. To achieve this, Suzumo will empower chefs globally with the technology and know-how to prepare delicious Japanese dishes.

We understand that for Japanese cuisine to thrive internationally, it must adapt. Suzumo embraces the fusion of Japanese food with local flavors and culinary traditions. Our commitment is to develop machines that meet global standards and inspire boundless culinary creativity.

Our machines make far more than sushi. Rice is universal, and we envision our technology supporting a vast array of delicious, rice-based dishes. Suzumo is not merely a machine manufacturer; we are ambassadors of Japanese food culture. Our goal is to enable the world to enjoy the full spectrum of delicious Japanese cuisine.

“Bringing Authentic Japanese Cuisine to the World—Deliciously.”

Suzumo Machinery Co, Ltd. of Japan, established in 1961, pioneered the modern sushi industry with the invention of the world’s first sushi robot in 1981, transforming sushi from a luxury into an accessible global favorite.

Driven by a deep respect for rice—the foundation of Japanese cuisine—we continue to innovate, empowering food professionals worldwide to deliver consistent, high-quality Japanese dishes with ease.

Our vision goes beyond sushi. We are committed to making authentic Japanese cuisine accessible across cultures, supporting chefs with advanced technology while embracing local flavors and culinary creativity.

As global tastes evolve, Suzumo leads with solutions that balance tradition and innovation—helping businesses adapt, scale, and inspire.

More than a machinery manufacturer, Suzumo is a partner in culinary excellence and an ambassador of Japanese food culture—bringing the full experience of Japanese cuisine to tables around the world.

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1961 to Today MILESTONES

Here are some key milestones in Suzumo’s history, presented in a digest format, spanning over 50 years since our founding.

1961

Founded as a manufacturer of confectionery equipment.

1981

Development of Suzumo's first sushi robot.

2003

Listed on the JASDAQ exchange.

2006

Established Suzumo International Corporation as a U.S. subsidiary.

2007

SEH Japan, which manufactures and sells alcohol preparations and various products for food hygiene management in commercial kitchens, becomes a 100% subsidiary.

2015

Established Suzumo Singapore Corporation Pte. Ltd. as a joint venture in Singapore.

2016

Suzumo International Corporation opens an East Coast office.

2018

Signed a capital and business partnership agreement with Mizuho Gulf Capital Partners Ltd. and Gulf Japan 1.

2019

Acquisition of shares in Bluefin Trading LLC.

2021

Japan System Project Co. Ltd., which manufactures self-order systems, self-checkout registers, POS systems, automatic reception seating systems, and ticket vending systems aimed at reducing costs, saving labor, and facilitating self-service and cashless transactions, becomes a 100% subsidiary.