"One-of-a-Kind" Story

1962 R-10-Japan's First Microwave Oven

In 1961, Sharp developed Japan's first microwave oven and the following year began mass production.
Although we thought it might take some time for people to understand the concept of microwave ovens, we were certain that some day all homes would have one. Initially, we devoted ourselves to creating a solid business foundation in the commercial microwave market.

R-10-Japan's First Microwave Oven