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Yamaha Motor Corp. moving U.S. headquarters from California to Georgia
The Japanese company is relocating its American headquarters after nearly 50 years in California.
Mar. 10, 2026 at 5:38pm
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Yamaha Motor Co. is moving its U.S. headquarters from Cypress, California to Kennesaw, Georgia over the next few years. The relocation, which will begin at the end of 2026 and last until the end of 2028, is part of a structural reform aimed at improving the profitability of Yamaha's U.S. operations in response to cost increases from tariffs and market changes.
Why it matters
The move marks the end of an era for Yamaha's long-standing presence in California and highlights the company's strategic shift to optimize its U.S. operations. It also underscores Georgia's growing appeal as a business-friendly destination, attracting major corporations like Yamaha to relocate their headquarters.
The details
Yamaha has had its U.S. headquarters in Cypress, California since 1979 after acquiring the land the previous year. The company has already moved its marine business to Kennesaw in 1999 and its motorsports business there in 2019. Yamaha currently employs over 2,300 people in Georgia, the majority of whom work at its factory in Newnan.
- Yamaha acquired the land for its U.S. headquarters in Cypress, California in 1978.
- Yamaha moved its U.S. headquarters to Cypress, California in 1979.
- Yamaha moved its marine business to Kennesaw, Georgia in 1999.
- Yamaha moved its motorsports business to Kennesaw, Georgia in 2019.
- Yamaha will begin relocating its U.S. headquarters from California to Georgia at the end of 2026 and complete the move by the end of 2028.
The players
Yamaha Motor Co.
A Japanese multinational corporation that manufactures a variety of motorized products including ATVs, boat engines, personal watercraft, and more.
Brian Kemp
The Governor of Georgia, who announced and welcomed Yamaha's decision to relocate its U.S. headquarters to the state.
What they’re saying
“After many years of great partnership, we are honored and proud to welcome Yamaha's American headquarters to the No. 1 state for business. This is another loud and clear testament to what we offer job creators from around the world. To any other California-based companies looking for a better home, we'll give you plenty of reasons to keep Georgia on your mind.”
— Brian Kemp, Governor of Georgia
What’s next
Yamaha will begin the process of relocating its U.S. headquarters from Cypress, California to Kennesaw, Georgia at the end of 2026, with the move expected to be completed by the end of 2028.
The takeaway
Yamaha's decision to move its U.S. headquarters from California to Georgia after nearly 50 years reflects the company's strategic shift to improve profitability and highlights Georgia's growing appeal as a business-friendly destination, attracting major corporations to relocate their operations.
