In August 2022,
Taiyo Group celebrated its 100th anniversary.


With a tremendous amount of gratitude to everyone
who has joined us on this journey.
We will keep changing to bring smiles to everyone
for the next 100 years.

MakMax 膜技術 TSP イベント制作 コンサルティング ACTIO イベント 施設運営

Celebrating Our
100th
Anniversary

MakMax 膜技術 TSP イベント制作 コンサルティング ACTIO イベント 施設運営

The past two years have made us realize how important shared experiences are; gathering in spaces, to communicate, laugh, celebrate, and share emotions.
Starting as a local tent business, we have strived for 100 years to realize the possibilities of "membrane" spaces and experiences.
Moving into a new era, what can we do?
Through our structures, we will spread excitement, even in the digital space.
We will gently embrace people, whether on ordinary days or extraordinary days.
Just as we bring light to spaces, we will continue to shine light onto our society and future.
We will continue to change so that we can preserve the important things.

The Heart of
Our Logo

100th SINCE 1922 TAIYO GROUP

Inspired by the glimmering sun, the logo expresses the Group’s business that has continued to expand over 100 years.
Commemorating our 100th anniversary, the three Group companies of Taiyo Kogyo Corporation, TSP Taiyo Corporation, and ACTIO CORPORATION will unite to write the Group’s next 100 years of history. As a symbol of this determination, we have created the 100th anniversary logo to be used across the three companies.

WE ARE ONE TAIYO

The three Group companies
will unite to achieve the
next
stage of growth

A Message From the President

Building the world of tomorrow through membranes.
Taiyo’s mission for the next 100 years.

In 1922, Nomura Tent Shokai opened its doors in Taisho-ku, Osaka.
In the wake of wartime devastation, this small tent merchant, which started a new chapter, changed its name to Taiyo Kogyo and later gave birth to TSP Taiyo and ACTIO as it expanded its business domains.
In 2022, we, the Taiyo Group, marked 100 years since our establishment.
I would like to take this opportunity to express our heart-felt gratitude to not only all our customers over the years, but also our seniors, who have led the way for us, as well as their families.
In these 100 years, the world was faced with many crises. Each time, we have made an effort to contribute in any way we can.
That is precisely why, over these next 100 years, we would like to create a world where people can lead happier and richer lives.
Not overlooking society’s hidden potential, we will envision an exciting world in dynamic fashion and pull together as a group to bring this vision to life. Our next 100 years begins now.

Taiyo Kogyo Corporation
Yuki Nomura
能村 祐己

With gratitude for those that have come before us and all our stakeholders, we will create another 100 years of history that we can be proud of for future generations.

With the lifespan of companies said to be 20 to 30 years, it is nothing short of a miracle that we have reached our 100th anniversary.
Overcoming many difficulties, such as the Pacific War, the collapse of the bubble economy, and the Great East Japan Earthquake, it is without doubt that those who came before us were remarkably creative and worked immeasurably for the Taiyo Group to stay in business. I have great admiration and respect for our seniors and overwhelming gratitude for everyone who has supported us.
This 100th anniversary is also an year for us to envision our next 100 years. It is our mission to think of the future for the sake of our next generation.
Sparked by this 100th anniversary, I am also looking forward to communication between the three companies getting stronger, many new ideas emerging, and our business developing to lead to our success in the next 100 years.
The Group will unite as one to create the next 100 years of history that the next generations can be proud of.

TSP Taiyo
Yoshinori Ikezawa
池澤 嘉悟

We will create a synergy bigger than ever before.
Making this year a wonderful 100th-anniversary year.

While ACTIO CORPORATION, established by Kotaro Nomura, former Chairman of Taiyo Kogyo, celebrated its 35th anniversary, I would like to express my upmost respect and gratitude to our seniors who made the 100th Anniversary of the Taiyo Group possible, an achievement that far surpasses that of the one I just mentioned.
This year, 2022, has been a year in which communication among the Group companies has increased, such as during the 100th Anniversary Project and at Group management meetings. Going forward, I would like to use this 100th anniversary as a springboard to create a synergy while working in partnership with Taiyo Kogyo Corporation and TSP Taiyo more than ever before.
To that end, various 100th Anniversary Project initiatives will play a big role, and I am also excited about the opportunities for networking and interaction across the Group. I would like to make this 100th-anniversary year a wonderful year full of excitement as a united group.

ACTIO CORPORATION
Fumitaka Awano
淡野 文孝

Celebrating 100
Years
of the Taiyo Group

  • 1922
    1922
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Nomura Tent Shokai was established in 1922, and was then abolished under the Enterprise Reorganization Act during the Pacific War.

    An advertisement at the time of establishment

    “Modern Tent” using the world’s first air tube

  • 1946
    1946
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Resumed business under the name “Nohmura sewing” in 1946 and established Taiyo Kogyo Corporation the following year (1947).

    Received an order to manufacture the hood of the Daihatsu Midget and scaled its business in the automotive industry.

  • 1955
    1955
    TSP

    Spun off the Tent Rental and Interior Department to establish Taiyo Tent (now TSP Taiyo) in 1955.

    A temporary tent set up at Ueno Station for passengers returning home

  • 1964
    1964
    TSP

    Changed its name to
    Taiyo Corporation in 1964 due to its increased portfolio of equipment and facilities other than tents for national and corporate ceremonies and events.

    TAIYO KOGYO

    Took on a challenge of a large membrane structure (tent for Kinoshita Circus)

    Developed products in the logistics business and civil engineering business

  • 1970
    1970
    TAIYO KOGYOTSP

    Participated in numerous pavilion projects.
    The symbolic shapes that rewrote the conventional rulebook and captivated people laid the foundation for “membrane structure architecture” to be recognized in Japan.

    Mushroom
    Balloon

    US Pavilion

    Fuji Group
    Pavilion

    1975
    TAIYO KOGYOTSP

    International Ocean Exposition, Okinawa, in 1975

    1981
    TAIYO KOGYOTSP

    Kobe Port Island Exposition, in 1981

    1984
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Intex Osaka, in 1984

    The first permanent membrane structure architecture in Japan

    1985
    TAIYO KOGYOTSP

    The International Exposition, Tsukuba, Japan, in 1985

  • 1987
    TSPACTIO

    With the rise in exposition popularity in Japan, participated in numerous projects nationwide, contributing to regional revitalization.

    1987
    ACTIO

    Established ACTIO CORPORATION to help run facilities such as expositions and train event staff in 1987.

    1988
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Tokyo Dome was completed in 1988.
    This accelerates the popularizing of permanent membrane structures in architecture.

    1988
    TAIYO KOGYOTSPACTIO

    Silk Road Exposition, Nara, in 1988

    1989
    TAIYO KOGYOTSPACTIO

    Sea & Island Expo, Hiroshima, in 1989

    1989
    TSP

    Was contracted for the state funeral ceremony of his late Majesty Emperor Showa in 1989.
    Changed its name to TSP Taiyo the following year, in 1989.

  • 1990
    1990
    TAIYO KOGYOTSPACTIO

    The International Garden and Greenery Exposition, Osaka, Japan, in 1990

    1990
    ACTIO

    Was contracted for running Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan at Tempozan Harbor Village in 1990

    TAIYO KOGYO

    Activated overseas business expansion. Established local subsidiaries around the world and participated in numerous state projects, supplying Japan’s meticulous manufacturing around the world.

    ACTIO

    Built a track record in running many facilities due to the rise in popularity of expositions. Expanded its service portfolio by using this know-how to also branch out into permanent facilities such as Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.

  • 1995
    1995
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Denver International Airport

    Constructed a 30,000 m2 membrane roof to cover the terminal building of Denver International Airport, one of America’s largest hubs for air travel in 1995

    1995
    TAIYO KOGYOTSP

    Large-scale natural disasters occurred frequently, including the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake of 1995. Engaged in support efforts toward a quick recovery.

    “Tents for storing relief supplies” constructed after the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake of 1995

    1995
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Paper Dome Takatori

    Assisted in the Takatori Church’s construction of the Paper Dome Takatori designed by Shigeru Ban in 1995

    1999
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Millennium Dome, in 1999

    At 365 meters in diameter, the dome is one of the largest of its type in the world, which was planned to celebrate the third millennium in 2000

  • 2000
    2001
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Saitama Stadium 2002, in 2001

    Japan and Korea co-host the 2002 FIFA World Cup

    2004
    ACTIO

    With the launch of the “designated administrator system,” the trend of outsourcing the management of public facilities in Japan increased. As a result of this, ACTIO CORPORATION makes great strides.

    2005
    TAIYO KOGYOTSPACTIO

    The 2005 World Exposition, Aichi, Japan

    Developed a plant-based, recyclable membrane material, which were used for various facilities. Was also contracted for managing the transporting of visitors and venue attendant operations.
    Took on venue attendant operations - from hiring 450 staff, training them to carrying out operations during events

    2007
    TSP

    Nomadic Museum, in 2007

    Was contracted for setting up and running a facility at a temporary art museum made of shipping containers

    2009
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Moses Mabhida Stadium, in 2009

    The 2010 FIFA World Cup was held in South Africa

  • 2010
    2010
    TAIYO KOGYOTSP

    Expo 2010, Shanghai, China, in 2010

    Built a 100,000 m2 roof to cover the main walkway of the venue

    2011
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Medina Haram Piazza shading umbrellas, in 2011

    A religious site that welcomes Muslim pilgrims

    2011
    TSP

    “Multi-Story Container Temporary Housing” in Onagawa,” Miyagi Prefecture in 2011

    Acted as the prime contractor for constructing the container temporary housing designed by Shigeru Ban

    2011
    TAIYO KOGYOTSP

    Cover tent for nuclear reactor building, in 2011

    Participated in the plan to cover the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant (Unit 1) with membranes, playing a role in returning the situation to normal

    2013
    TAIYO KOGYOTSP

    Lucerne Festival Ark Nova in Matsushima, in 2013

    Participated in earthquake recovery support events

    2013
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Estadio Nacional de Brasilia, in 2013

    The FIFA World Cup 2014 was held in Brazil, in 2014

    2019
    ACTIO

    Engaged in Public Private Partnership (PPP) projects, which include Private Finance Initiatives (PFI), with the aim of further expansion.
    Former Nagai Elementary School First School House in Nagai City, in 2019

    Engaged in regional revitalization efforts by turning registered tangible cultural properties of Japan into facilities to attract visitors

    2020
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Negative pressure medical tents, in 2020

    Increased the production of negative pressure tents for outpatients with fevers and supplied them to medical facilities, etc.

    2020
    TAIYO KOGYO

    Al Wasl Dome, in 2020

    One of the world’s largest screens at the core facility of the Expo 2020 Dubai

    2021
    TSP

    Achieved record-high sales and operating income in 2021, by being contracted for operations to address social issues, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

    TSP

    Invested in “teamLab&TickTok, teamLab Reconnect: Art and Sauna”

    Took on a challenge that can expect to produce dividend income, in 2021

  • 2022
    2025
    TSP

    Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, in 2025