Akira Murata (村田 昭 Murata Akira; March 25, 1921 – February 3, 2006) was a Japanese businessman and the founder of Murata Manufacturing. He was the President/Statutory Representative Director from 1950 to 1991. From 1995 onward, he held the position of Honorary Chairman.

Murata was born in Higashiyama, Kyoto.

• Medal with Blue Ribbon of Japan or Ranju Hosho, Japan (1980)
• Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany First Class, Germany (1986)
• Order of the Sacred Treasure, Gold and Silver Star of Japan (Kun-ni-to Zuihosho), Japan (1993)

• Notice of Honorary Chairman Mr. Akira Murata Passing Away