Key Facts
• Nakano Fudo Construction was founded in 1933 in Tokyo by Yoshichika Oshima.
• The company originated from the Nakano Group, which built the National Diet Building and Nihonbashi.
• In the 1930s, it constructed military offices and airfields for the Army Ministry.
• Post-WWII, it rebuilt from temporary offices and reconstructed the University of Tokyo’s Kaitokukan in 1951.
• Expanded into residential projects like the “Casa Series” and grew operations to Tohoku and Kyushu.
• Entered overseas markets in the 1970s, focusing on Southeast Asia, including Singapore and Thailand.
• Renamed Nakano Corporation in the 1990s and acquired Osaka-based Fudo Construction in 2004.
• Recent projects include earthquake-resistant and energy-efficient buildings, such as the Juntendo University campus lecture hall in Shizuoka, completed in 2024.
• The company also focuses on civil engineering and large-scale commercial developments.
Summary
Nakano Fudo Construction, a Tokyo-based general contractor with over 90 years of history, has played a pivotal role in Japan’s architectural landscape. Originating from the Nakano Group, it contributed to iconic projects like the National Diet Building and Nihonbashi. The company expanded its portfolio post-WWII, rebuilding key structures and launching residential projects. By the 1970s, it ventured into international markets, particularly in Southeast Asia, developing condominiums and commercial facilities. Renamed Nakano Corporation in the 1990s, it acquired Fudo Construction in 2004, further solidifying its presence. Recent efforts focus on sustainability, including earthquake-resistant and energy-efficient buildings, exemplified by the 2024 completion of Juntendo University’s lecture hall. With a strong foundation in civil engineering and construction, Nakano Fudo Construction continues to innovate and expand globally.
