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Nikon Corporation was established in 1917. The Company pioneered optical glass manufacturing technology
in Japan and has grown to become an international organization recognized for its comprehensive range of
high-quality optical equipment. In addition to its lineup of premier single lens reflex (SLR) cameras, Nikon
manufactures and markets a diverse range of steppers and other semiconductor manufacturing related
equipment and is steadily expanding its industrial product offerings. In July 1997, Nikon celebrated its 80th
anniversary and will continue to utilize its superior R&D capabilities to develop next-generation technologies
and ultrahigh-precision equipment that will support profitable growth as it aims to pioneer new frontiers for
the 21st century.
COMPANY PROFILE
CONTENTS
Page 1 Financial Highlights
Page 2 A Message from the Management
Page 6 Review of Operations
Page 10 Board of Directors
Page 11 Financial Section
Page 27 Corporate Directory
Page 29 Investor Information
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