Since its establishment in 1941 as Japan's first specialty manufacturer of optical glass, HOYA has diversified into new business areas that exploit the potential of advanced optics technologies. The company has continued to grow as a global enterprise through the expansion of its diverse business activities, which encompass Information Technologies, Eye care, Medical, and Imaging Systems. HOYA will continue to maximize its corporate value for the benefit of all stakeholders in the company in accordance with the following corporate mission: "Dedicated to innovation in information technology, lifestyles and culture, HOYA envisions a world where all can enjoy the good life, living in harmony with nature."​