JICO is a Japanese company known for its high-quality, handcrafted phonograph styli. Founded in 1873 as a sewing needle maker, it shifted to producing steel record needles in 1959 and diamond-tipped styli in 1966. Based in Hyogo Prefecture, JICO has developed over 2,200 stylus models, each carefully assembled by skilled artisans. The brand is especially respected for its Super Analog Stylus series, offering excellent fidelity. JICO has also revived and improved discontinued Shure cartridges and styli, gaining a strong reputation among audiophiles worldwide.