Rohto Pharmaceutical
A major in eye drops and skincare, expanding into health foods.
A major pharma company known for eye drops and skincare, also offering Function-Claim and beauty supplements.
Brand facts
- Founded
- 1899
- Headquarters
- Osaka, Japan
- Parent / operator
- Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
- Origin
- Japan
About Rohto Pharmaceutical
An Osaka pharma major with over 120 years of history. On the strength of its eye-drop and skincare businesses, it has expanded into Function-Claim and beauty/health supplements, backed by R&D and big-maker quality control.
What sets Rohto Pharmaceutical apart
Its strength is applying pharmaceutical R&D and quality control to the health-food space.
Ingredient sourcing
Manages materials to both drug and food standards.
Manufacturing & quality
Manufactured under a pharmaceutical company's quality systems.
Certifications & testing
- Pharmaceutical GMP (medicines)
- Foods with Function Claims (select products)
Signature products
- Foods with Function Claims
- Beauty & aging-care supplements
- Health foods
Focus categories
- Foods with Function Claims
- Beauty
- Health foods
Price positioning
Mid-range — value in big-pharma reassurance.
Where to buy in Japan
Available in drugstores, its online store, Amazon.co.jp and Rakuten Ichiba.
Best for
People who want beauty and health supplements from a trusted pharma brand.
Things to keep in mind
Depending on your goal, it's worth comparing with specialist supplement brands.
Prices are sample data. Check the retailer's site for the current price.