Seiko Epson All domestic bases April 25-May 6 To the principle of suspension of business April 20 21:12

In order to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, Seiko Epson, a major precision equipment company, will be closed at all bases in Japan from 25th of this month to 6th of next month.

From the 25th of this month to the 6th of next month, Seiko Epson will, in principle, be closed at all bases in Japan, including the head office and group companies in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture. Although we will continue to carry out some operations such as the production of parts for medical equipment, we are targeting approximately 20,000 employees including group companies.

In order to prevent the spread of infection, the four-day holiday planned in July and August was transferred to the period of large holidays.

Among major domestic manufacturers, Toshiba generally closes all domestic bases from 20th to 6th next month, and Canon also temporarily closes at its headquarters in Tokyo.