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Nippon Paint Holdings Co Ltd

One of the world's largest makers of paints and coatings, this Japanese company produces everything from automotive and industrial coatings to household paints sold under the Nippon Paint brand, used by carmakers, builders, and home renovators across dozens of countries. It was founded in 1881, during Japan's rapid modernization, and grew into a global group partly through acquisitions of paint makers across Asia. A fun detail: its name simply means "Japan Paint," reflecting its origins in the country's early industrial era.