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Canon Inc. is a Japanese multinational corporation headquartered in Shimomaruko, Ōta, Tokyo, Japan. Founded on August 10, 1937, as Precision Optical Industry Co. Ltd. in Tokyo, it specializes in optical, imaging, and industrial products, including lenses, cameras, medical equipment, scanners, printers, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment. As a public company, Canon reported a revenue of ¥4.03 trillion (US$30.31 billion) in 2022. While specific leadership and employee count details are not provided, its status as a multinational corporation in the electronics industry highlights its significant global market presence.