Immerse yourself in the history of Takenaka Europe
From traditional shrines and temples to innovative architecture, TAKENAKA has created some of Japan’s most important landmarks. In this respect Tobei Masataka is our founding father. As a shrine and temple builder in Nagoya, he was responsible for the construction and maintenance of the buildings of the feudal family Oda.
Immerse yourself in the history of Takenaka Europe
Immerse yourself in the history of Takenaka Europe
From traditional shrines and temples to innovative architecture, TAKENAKA has created some of Japan’s most important landmarks. In this respect Tobei Masataka is our founding father. As a shrine and temple builder in Nagoya, he was responsible for the construction and maintenance of the buildings of the feudal family Oda.
17th century
1610
![takenaka-1610 Historical Japanese drawing of construction workers on scaffolding wearing traditional clothing.](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/takenaka-1610.png)
Founding of TAKENAKA with the construction of shrines and temples.
1899
![takenaka-1899 Scan einer alten Aufnahme von 1899, Lagerhaus der Mitsui Bank in Kobe](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/takenaka-1899.png)
Founding of TAKENAKA CORPORATION. 14th-generation head of family Touemon Takenaka made his way to Kobe, which marked the first year of the company’s foundation. In 1900 Mitsui Bank Warehouse was completed in Kobe.
20th century
1958
![GeschichteTakenaka3 Gesamtaufnahme der Stadt Tokyo in Japan, mit dem Tokyo Tower im Mittelpunkt](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka3.png)
Construction of the Tokyo Tower as the tallest building in Japan at the time (333m).
1973
![takenaka-1973 Bild eines Teiles des Gebäudes von TAKENAKA 1973](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/takenaka-1973.png)
Our European success story begins with the founding of TAKENAKA EUROPE GmbH’s European headquarters in Düsseldorf and the first project – Hotel Nikko.
Since 1973
![Zasob-1627 Diagram of a map, with division into individual countries](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/Zasob-1627.webp)
TAKENAKA EUROPE designs and implements many complex buildings with demanding requirements.
21th century
2000
![GeschichteTakenaka5 Interior view of the Japanese pavilion for Expo Hannover, by Japanese architect Shigeru Ban](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka5.webp)
In cooperation with Japanese star architect Shigeru Ban TAKENAKA Europe built the Japanese Pavilion for Hanover Expo.
2005
![GeschichteTakenaka6 Industrial plant with well-tended green areas in the foreground and mountain backdrop in the background.](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka6.webp)
Kia Motors Factory in Slovakia. With over 225.000 m² his project is a great representation of the many automotive projects that TAKENAKA Europe completed between 2000 and 2010.
2007
![GeschichteTakenaka7 Side exterior view of KIA Motors building with glass frontage](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka7.webp)
The new Headquarters for Kia in Frankfurt am Main became an iconic landmark.
2008
![ISO-Zertifikat Image of the ISO certificate 9001:2015](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/ISO-Zertifikat.webp)
TAKENAKA EUROPE GmbH receives ISO 9001 certification/group certification for its quality systems. The internal auditors are fully trained, and Bureau Veritas is set up as a certification body.
2009
![GeschichteTakenaka10 Modern office building with glass façade in the evening light, surrounded by green areas and a small pond.](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka10.webp)
The iconic architectural design turns this headquarters of Amada into a real landmark.
2013
![40-Jahre-in-Europa Image of a number: 40 years in Europe, year of TAKENAKA in Europe](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/40-Jahre-in-Europa.webp)
TAKENAKA EUROPE GmbH celebrates its 40th anniversary.
2015
![GeschichteTakenaka9 Photo of the finished Japanese pavilion at Expo Milan](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka9.webp)
Completion of the Japanese Pavilion at Expo Milan, the result of an exchange of expertise between the TAKENAKA branches Germany and Italy.
2017
![GeschichteTakenaka12 Abendansicht eines modernen Hotelkorridors im Freien mit Beleuchtung und Blick auf Zimmerbalkone.](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka12.webp)
GRAN THE HONOR in Kyoto won 1st “MIPIM Asia” award for best residential development in 2017. The MIPIM award is a great success for TAKENAKA CORPORATION.
2018
![GeschichteTakenaka11 Modernes Gebäude mit Glasspitze, spiegelnden Fenstern und klarer Linienführung unter bewölktem Himmel.](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka11.webp)
The new technical center for Nexen Tire in Frankfurt is a great example of a typical R&D project that was executed in Desig&Build method by TAKENAKA Europe.
2018
![GeschichteTakenaka12-1 Exterior view of the workshop extension of the Mubea building in the Czech Republic](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka12-1.webp)
The factory extension in Czech marks the third project for our German client Mubea here in Europe. Our core value – continuous cooperation and close relationships with our clients – is not restricted to Japanese or Asian clients. We value all our partners and clients!
2018
![GeschichteTakenaka13 View on outdoor area with building of Jaguar Land Rover in Nitra behind it](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka13.webp)
TAKENAKA EUROPE GmbH Slovakia branch completes the Jaguar Land Rover plant in Nitra (SK), in cooperation with the Czech subsidiary. For this achievement, Takenaka was awarded gold at the 2019 “Supplier Excellence Awards”. This project was also certified with BREEAM excellent.
2020
![GeschichteTakenaka14 Exterior shot of the Design&Buil project Kubota, with sustainable green elements](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka14.webp)
For this Design&Build project, we focused on a sustainability approach for the building.
Referencing a forest theme, the office building has green walls inside and out, and boasts a rooftop vegetable garden. Company divisions are arranged around a central atrium, a layout that allows employees to cooperate organically, while always feeling the presence of greenery.
2020
![GeschichteTakenaka15 Außenansicht des fertigen Gebäudekomplexes von Makita Engineering](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka15.webp)
This warehouse and canteen mark the 17th project in a long line of successful and great projects with Makita Engineering.
2021
![GeschichteTakenaka16 Aerial view of modern apartment buildings with green spaces and parking lot.](https://www.takenaka.eu/wp-content/uploads/GeschichteTakenaka16.webp)
This residential building marks the start of a new market for TAKENAKA Europe. We are looking forward to many more residential projects all over Europe in the future.