Sakata Seed Corporation produces and sells vegetable and flower seeds, bulbs, plants, and agricultural and horticultural supplies in Japan and internationally. It also engages in the publication of gardening literature; plant breeding; research and development, and technical consultation of consigned seed production; and designing, management, and contract construction of landscaping, greenhouse, and horticultural facilities. In addition, the company provides its products online and through gardening stores. The company was formerly known as T. Sakata & Company and changed its name to Sakata Seed Corporation in January 1986. Sakata Seed Corporation was founded in 1913 and is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan.