Nichiban Co., Ltd. engages in the manufacture and sale of medical products, tapes, adhesives, and their related machinery and equipment. It operates through the following business segments: Medical Business and Tape Business. The Medical Business segment produces and markets pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics, and medical support tapes. The Tape Business segment manufactures and sells adhesive tapes and sheets for industrial, home, and office use. The company was founded by Kenichi Utahashi in January 1918 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.