Shojiro Ishibashi founded Bridgestone in 1931, guided by the philosophy "Serve Society with Superior Quality." Since Bridgestone's founding, it has grown to a global leader in the rubber and polymer science industries.

Bridgestone Golf first produced golf balls in 1935 and have applied their commerical rubber experience to the improvement of golf balls, and the number one golf ball producer in Japan. Bridgestone Golf also produces golf clubs and other golf accessories such as hats and towels.