Shimano Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops, produces, and distributes bicycle components, fishing tackle, and rowing equipment in Japan, North America, Europe, the rest of Asia, and internationally. It offers gear shifters, brakes, and other bicycle parts; reels, rods, and fishing gear; and rowing-related products. The company was formerly known as Shimano Industrial Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Shimano Inc. in 1991. Shimano Inc. was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in Sakai, Japan.
