Home About Corporate Information Corporate Information Important Notice This website contains information about products that may not be available in all countries, or may be available under different trademarks, for different indications, or in different dosages. Nothing contained herein should be considered a solicitation, promotion or advertisement for any drug including the ones under development on this web site. Any information on the products contained herein is not intended to provide medical advice nor should be used as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare provider. I Agree Company Name Astellas Pharma Inc. Headquarters 2-5-1, Nihonbashi-Honcho, Chuo-Ku, Tokyo 103-8411, Japan Tel. +81-3-3244-3000 Headquarters Access Map (Google Maps) Headquarters Annex Access Map (Google Maps) Foundation 1923 Capital 103,001 million yen (March 2021) Representative Director Kenji Yasukawa (President and Chief Executive Officer) Employees 15,455 (Consolidated basis, March 2021) Business Description Manufacturing, marketing and import/export of pharmaceuticals. What “Astellas” means? In April 2005, two pharmaceutical companies, Yamanouchi and Fujisawa, were merged to form Astellas Pharma Inc. The companies were joined to realize an ambitious idea—the creation of a new company that would be fully competitive both in Japan and across the world. That ambition was rewarded as today, Astellas is a global company with a core business in prescription drugs. "Astellas" is derived from the Greek word "aster," the Latin word "stella," and the English word "stellar," all meaning "star," and the name carries a meaning akin to "aspired stars" or "advanced stars." "Astellas" also draws on a Japanese phrase that translates as "illuminate tomorrow." This phrase expresses our commitment to develop as an R&D-oriented company focused on providing a healthier tomorrow for all through cutting-edge pharmaceuticals. ABOUT From the CEO Philosophy VISION Corporate Information Subsidiaries & Locations Main Products Global Network History Board of Directors Top Management Corporate Governance Policies & Position Statements Ethics & Compliance Medical Care & Pharmaceutical Information Bottom footer menu SITE MAP PRIVACY POLICY ACCESSIBILITY TERMS OF USE CONTACT US DISASTER INFORMATION FOR EMPLOYEES © Astellas Pharma Inc.