Founded by copperplate artist Saijiro Ishida as Ishida Asahiyama Printing Works
SCREEN Group traces its roots to Ishida Asahiyama Printing, a stone lithography business founded in Kyoto in 1868 (Meiji 1), and has a history of over 150 years.
Tracing back to Ishida Asahiyama Printing, a stone lithography business founded in Kyoto in 1868, with over 150 years of history.
Rooted in Ishida Asahiyama Printing, a stone lithography business founded in Kyoto in 1868.
Founded Ishida Asahiyama Printing by copperplate engraver Saijiro Ishida.
Rooted in Ishida Asahiyama Printing, a stone lithography business founded in Kyoto
Keizo Ishida (later president of Dai Nippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd.) succeeded Saijiro and, under his research, manufactured and patented the "transparent film intaglio for stone transfer", known as the "Ishida-style film plate"
Under the research of Keizo Ishida (later the first president of Dai Nippon Screen Manufacturing), manufactured and patented the "Ishida-style film plate," a transparent film transfer plate.
Manufactured and patented the "Ishida-style film plate," a transparent film transfer plate, based on the research of Keizo Ishida (later the first president of Dai Nippon Screen Manufacturing).
Established Ishida Asahiyama Printing Co., Ltd. (now Photo Chemical)
In 1934 (Showa 9), after successfully domesticating glass screens for photo prepress, its research and development division became independent as a venture company.
Succeeded in domesticating glass screens for photo prepress in 1934.
Succeeded in domesticating glass screens for photo prepress in 1934.
Succeeded in domesticating glass screens for photo prepress.
Established Ishida Asahiyama Printing Co., Ltd. (now Photo Chemical)
Succeeded in domestic production of glass screens for photoengraving
Established Dai Nippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd. by separating the glass screen research division of Ishida Asahiyama Printing
Separated the glass screen research division of Ishida Asahiyama Printing and established "Dai Nippon Screen".
Dai Nippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd. succeeded in producing the first domestically made square glass screen
Succeeded in manufacturing the first domestically produced square glass screen in 1938.
Succeeded in manufacturing the first domestically produced square glass screen in 1938.
Succeeded in manufacturing the first domestically produced square glass screen.
Established Dai Nippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd. through separation and incorporation
In 1943 (Showa 18), established the predecessor, Dai Nippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Established the predecessor, Dai Nippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Established Dainippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd. through spin-off and incorporation
Founded the predecessor, Dainippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
In 2014, the company changed its trade name to the current SCREEN Holdings Co., Ltd.
Changed the company name to the current SCREEN Holdings Co., Ltd. in 2014.
Changed the company name to SCREEN Holdings Co., Ltd.
Changed the trade name to the current SCREEN Holdings Co., Ltd.
Revised the "Corporate Philosophy" and newly set the significance of existence as "Connecting people and technology, opening the future."
Revised the corporate philosophy and newly established the purpose of existence as "Connecting people and technology, opening the future"
Following the discovery of a critical PHP vulnerability, SCREEN Holdings investigated the impact on its products. As a result, it was confirmed that the listed EQUIOS-related products such as EQUIOS PT-R, Rite, PolishedDrive, Entry, and PDFormstudio do not use PHP and are not affected by this vulnerability.
SCREEN Holdings acquired shares in Atomis, a startup developing MOFs (metal‑organic frameworks), through a third‑party allotment of capital. Atomis, based on research by Professor Susumu Kitagawa of Kyoto University, designs, synthesizes, and produces MOFs at low cost, operating domestically and internationally. SCREEN aims to strengthen collaboration with Atomis, enhance product performance using MOFs, and boost competitiveness, while committing to addressing environmental and energy challenges.
SCREEN Graphics Solutions (SCREEN GA) will exhibit at Horizon's "Horizon Smart Factory 2026 in HIP", showcasing a variety of solutions during the domestic program from October 28 to 30 and the overseas program from November 4 to 6. The exhibition, themed "Coexistence with Automation", proposes full automation and labor-saving of production processes using AGVs, robots, and AI. SCREEN GA combines its workflow system "EQUIOS" with Horizon's robot conveyor system, achieving integration from printing and post-processing with Truepress JET 520HD mono and Truepress JET S320 to packaging and transportation.
SCREEN Graphic Solutions Co., Ltd. (SCREEN GA) and SCREEN GP Japan Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the Label Forum Japan 2026 held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 14 to 16, 2026, under the theme "Changing Printing, Changing the Future —Smart Solution for Sustainable Packaging & Labels—." The booth is located in West Hall No. A-9 of the West Exhibition Building, showcasing solutions related to sustainable packaging and labels. Printing data (resolution 300dpi) can be downloaded from the official website, and the presentation explains how consumer sharing on social media and compliance with Europe's PPWR contribute to enhancing brand value.
SCREEN Graphic Solutions Co., Ltd. and SCREEN GP Japan will exhibit at TOKYO PACK 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 14 to 16, 2026, under the theme 'Changing Printing, Changing the Future —Smart Solution for Sustainable Packaging & Labels—'. The exhibition booth is located in East Hall No.1G22 of East Exhibition Building. They will introduce packaging and label solutions focused on sustainability and announce initiatives to address ESG management and reduce environmental impact.
SCREEN GA Shanghai Co., Ltd. will exhibit at All in Print China 2026, to be held in Shanghai, China, from October 12 to 16, 2026. At its booth, the company will present SCREEN’s comprehensive solutions covering offset through digital printing to improve efficiency and add value. Print-ready data are available for download at 300 dpi.
On July 15, 2026, SCREEN Holdings held a discussion with six representatives, including Commissioner of the Japan Patent Office Kasai. Four representatives from the company attended, including President and Representative Director Masato Goto, and shared their approach to using intellectual property in business strategy. The Patent Office presented on “Intellectual Property for Earning Power: Integrating IP into Management Strategy,” and SCREEN introduced its IP strategy as part of its business growth strategy. The company said it will continue advancing IP activities as a solution creator.
SCREEN GP Americas, LLC, the U.S. subsidiary of SCREEN GA, will exhibit at PRINTING United Expo 2026 in Las Vegas from September 23 to 25, 2026. It will introduce solutions for the commercial printing market and highlight the value of direct mail personalized through a combination of digital and print media. Print-ready data at 300 dpi can be downloaded from the official website.
The Kumamoto site of SCREEN SPE Plastic Precision Co., Ltd. sustained some damage in the 2026 Kumamoto earthquake, but repairs were completed by August 31. The impact on business is considered minor.
SCREEN Holdings and Yaqumo have begun developing optical modules for quantum computers after their project was selected for NEDO's research and development program to strengthen the foundations of post-5G information and communications systems. The project aims to improve and domestically produce key optical devices for neutral-atom quantum computers, and to modularize them to shorten computation cycle times. SCREEN is responsible for an optical module integrating a spatial light modulator and a lens compatible with multiple wavelengths.