The first physical record of a construction industry in Japan is Horyuji, a Buddhist temple that was completed in 607 and is now the world's oldest wooden building.More comparable to a modern industry can be seen starting in Edo, now Tokyo, during the Edo Period.By the 17th century, Edo was the world's largest city, with a population of over one million. [1]
Civil Construction in Japanese. In construction in Japanese, there are specific terms to describe the different professions and activities related to this sector. Here are some common Japanese terms related to construction: 建設業 (kensetsugyō) - Construction; 建築家 (kenchikuka) - Architect; 建築士 (kenchikushi) - Technical engineer ...
1. Overview. The Japanese construction market these days has been quite active due to, among other items, the upcoming 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics (which are actually now to be held in 2021), integrated resorts ("IRs") including casinos to be developed in Japan 1 and 2025 World Exposition which will be held in Osaka. They attract not just Japanese construction companies but also overseas ...