Hibino Group

Hibino Group

https://www.hibino.co.jp/english/company/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/hibinocorporation/

Hibino Group, a Privately Owned company headquartered in Japan, was established in 1964 with approximately 50 employees and reported $7.1M in revenue as of 2023. The company functions as a tier 2 media tech buyer and specializes in Pro AV services, operating as an audio visual (AV) systems integrator and virtual studio services provider.

Revenue

Founded

1964

Headcount

44

Headquarters

Japan

Primary Segment

Pro AV services

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

Hibino Corporation announced on June 19, 2026, the American display of "Virtuous Contract" (SMT-A1), a life-size replica of the iconic weapon from NieR:Automata and the first product in the HIBINO smart series, at the Officially Licensed SQUARE ENIX Cafe & Shop LOS ANGELES, which opened its doors on June 20, 2026. Previously, on April 10, 2026, Hibino opened U.S. orders for the “Virtuous Contract” Complete Set (SMT-A1C-A), a 1/1 scale replica of 2B’s sword from NieR:Automata, developed under the supervision of Square Enix. The complete set includes the interactive sword, an LED Light Ring Display Stand, and a custom soft case. This followed an April 9, 2026 announcement detailing the impending U.S. order availability for the replica, from a game that has sold over 10 million units worldwide.

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Hibino Group offers 4 products in the media tech and pro AV industries. Hibino Group's product portfolio comprises of broadcast professional services, pro AV services and digital signage and professional display.

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Hibino Group's revenues were less than $10M in 2024. Caretta Research has split Hibino Group's revenue into 5 different product categories, the largest of which is broadcast equipment rental. For full access to Hibino Group's revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.

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Jun

19th

2026

19:30

HIBINO Announces American Display of Life-Size “Virtuous Contract” from NieR:Automata

HIBINO Corporation (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and COO: Satoshi Yoshimatsu) is pleased to announce that “Virtuous Contract” (SMT-A1), a life-size replica of the iconic weapon featured in NieR: Automata and the first product in the HIBINO smart series, will be displayed at the Officially Licensed SQUARE ENIX Cafe & Shop LOS ANGELES, which celebrates its Grand Opening on June 20, 2026.

Jun

19th

2026

09:30

Events, B2B Tag

HIBINO Announces First Long-Term North American Display of Life-Size 'Virtuous Contract' from NieR:Automata

“Virtuous Contract” from NieR:Automata Officially Licensed SQUARE ENIX Cafe & Shop LOS ANGELES TOKYO, JAPAN, June 20, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / -- Display Debuts at the Grand Opening of the Officially Licensed SQUARE ENIX Cafe

Apr

10th

2026

18:10

NieR:Automata Replica Set Featuring 2B’s Sword Opens Pre-Orders

Hibino Corporation today announced that U.S. orders will open on April 10, 2026, for the “Virtuous Contract” Complete Set (SMT-A1C-A), a 1/1 scale replica of 2B’s sword from NieR:Automata, developed under the supervision of Square Enix.

Apr

10th

2026

11:51

New Offerings, B2B Tag

Hibino opens U.S. orders for NieR:Automata 1/1 scale replica set featuring 2B’s sword “Virtuous Contract”

Hibino Corporation today announced that U.S. orders are open for the “Virtuous Contract” Complete Set (SMT-A1C-A), a 1/1 scale replica of 2B’s sword from NieR:Automata, developed under the supervision of Square Enix. NieR:Automata has sold more than 10 million units worldwide.

Apr

9th

2026

22:27

New Offerings, B2B Tag

Hibino opens U.S. orders April 10 for NieR:Automata 1/1 scale replica set featuring 2B’s sword 'Virtuous Contract'

TOKYO, JAPAN, April 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Complete Set includes the full-scale interactive sword, LED Light Ring Display Stand and custom soft case Hibino Corporation today announced that U.S. orders will open on April 10, 2026, for the “Virtuous Contract” Complete Set (SMT-A1C-A), a 1/1 scale replica of 2B’s sword from NieR:Automata, developed under the supervision of Square Enix.

Apr

9th

2026

18:30

New Offerings, B2B Tag

Hibino opens U.S. orders April 10 for NieR:Automata 1/1 scale replica set featuring 2B’s sword “Virtuous Contract”

Hibino Corporation today announced that U.S. orders will open on April 10, 2026, for the “Virtuous Contract” Complete Set (SMT-A1C-A), a 1/1 scale replica of 2B’s sword from NieR:Automata, developed under the supervision of Square Enix.

Dec

5th

2025

07:18

Hibino to Begin Handling Products from US Speaker Brand "Kali Audio". Sales to Start with 2-Way Monitor "LP-6 V2"

[Translated] Hibino Corporation's e-Business Promotion Department "Hibino.com" will begin selling the American studio monitor speaker brand "Kali Audio" starting December 15, 2025 (Monday). The standard 2-way monitor speaker "LP-6 V2" will be sold in Japan first.

Nov

27th

2025

05:00

Notice of Evolutional Live Show Development by Long-Established Live House ~ Fusion of Video Production and Music Utilizing Digital Signage ~

[Translated] Kennedy House Ginza (Chuo-ku, Tokyo), a long-established live music restaurant operated by a group company of Hibino Corporation (Minato-ku, Tokyo), which provides concert sound and video services, has been developing a show that fuses music and video since this autumn, incorporating the second house band "Velvet-Range" and production videos of musicians appearing as virtual guests.

Nov

26th

2025

20:00

Notice of Evolutional Live Show Development by Long-Established Live Music Venue ~ Fusion of Video Production and Music Utilizing Digital Signage ~

[Translated] Kennedy House Ginza (Chuo-ku, Tokyo), a long-established live music restaurant operated by a group company of Hibino Corporation (Minato-ku, Tokyo), which provides concert sound and video services, has been developing a show that fuses music and video since this autumn, incorporating the second house band "Velvet-Range" and production videos of musicians appearing as virtual guests.

May

23rd

2025

16:50

Hibino Corporation authorizes a Buyback Plan.

The Board of Directors of Hibino Corporation has authorized a buyback plan on May 23, 2025....

Mar

31st

2025

18:30

M&A Activities,

Hibino acquires 75% stake in Spectrum Audio Visual

APAC: Hibino Corporation has agreed to acquire a 75% stake in Singaporean AV consultant Spectrum Audio Visual for SGD$5.53 million. The deal was originally confirmed at the end of February this year and has been completed today.

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Oct

31st

2024

18:30

Hibino acquires majority share of InSight Systems

Australia: Workplace technology provider InSight Systems has joined the Hibino Corporation through a majority share acquisition by the Japanese manufacturer. The development aims to expand InSight Systems’ business across Australia and enhance its service offerings. Through the agreement, InSight Systems will gain access to Hibino’s resources and expertise, strengthening its ability to deliver workplace technology solutions in the Australian market, while keeping its core values of teamwork, innovation and client satisfaction at the forefront.

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