Nikkei Industry Sector
Construction
Overview
Japan's construction sector includes some of the world's most technically sophisticated engineering and building companies, renowned for earthquake-resistant structures, large-scale civil engineering, and precision project management. The major general contractors—known as 'super general contractors'—operate both domestically and across Asia.
Current Trend
Two forces are reshaping the sector: a severe construction labor shortage driving investment in robotics and automated construction technology, and a sustained urban redevelopment boom in central Tokyo driven by transit expansions and demographic concentration. Overseas infrastructure projects—particularly in Southeast Asia—are also expanding revenue diversification.
Companies in This Sector
9
Today's Avg. Price Change
+0.14%
Simple average of constituent stock price changes vs. previous close. Not a sector index.
Updated: 2026-05-29 (JST)
Position in Japan
Construction is a pillar of Japan's domestic economy, closely tied to government infrastructure spending cycles and urban redevelopment. Tokyo's aging infrastructure, ongoing earthquake retrofitting requirements, and post-disaster reconstruction projects provide a durable base of domestic demand regardless of broader economic conditions.
Latest Press Releases
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May
DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. JP3505000004
2026-05-29 DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. “May 29, 2026: Shinwa Agency Co., Ltd. opens its corporate e-commerce site "D's GIFT for Business"!”
30
May
DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. JP3505000004
2026-05-29 DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. “2026/05/29 Cosmos Initia Co., Ltd. proposes homes equipped with a "preparation space" and a "relaxing place to relax".”
30
May
DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. JP3505000004
2026-05-29 DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. “May 29, 2026: OF HOTEL x Miyagi's Supporting Pokémon "Lapras" "Traveling through Miyagi with Lapras" Accommodation Experience Collaboration Project Collaboration Rooms Now Available and Collaboration Floor (Wall Art) Unveiled OF HOTEL x Miyagi's Supporting Pokémon "Lapras" "Traveling through Miyagi with Lapras" Accommodation Experience Collaboration Project Collaboration Rooms Now Available and Collaboration Floor (Wall Art) Unveiled.”
30
May
DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. JP3505000004
2026-05-29 DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. “2026/05/29 Cosmos Initia Co., Ltd. "nears Akabane" opens in a location just 2 minutes from JR Akabane Station.”
30
May
DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. JP3505000004
2026-05-29 DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. “2026/05/29 Construction begins on the multi-tenant logistics facility "DPL Samukawa I".”
30
May
KAJIMA CORPORATION JP3210200006
2026-05-29 KAJIMA CORPORATION “We developed a "transom seismic control system" that combines wooden construction with seismic control technology.”
30
May
KAJIMA CORPORATION JP3210200006
2026-05-29 KAJIMA CORPORATION “Kajima has released information on its official YouTube channel about its environmentally friendly demolition method, "Kajima Slash Cut Method®".”
30
May
SHIMIZU CORPORATION JP3358800005
2026-05-29 SHIMIZU CORPORATION “Notice of Convocation of the 124th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (PDF: 14.6MB).”
30
May
OBAYASHI CORPORATION JP3190000004
2026-05-29 OBAYASHI CORPORATION “FOCUS: GLION ARENA KOBE, an arena overlooking the sea that fosters a constant stream of activity 365 days a year.”
30
May
TAISEI CORPORATION JP3443600006
2026-05-29 TAISEI CORPORATION “Announcement dated May 29, 2026: Summer Riko Challenge 2026 event announcement.”
30
May
COMSYS Holdings Corporation JP3305530002
2026-05-29 COMSYS Holdings Corporation “On May 29, 2026, we posted the notice of convocation and materials for the 23rd Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders as part of our IR information.”
29
May
DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. JP3505000004
2026-05-28 DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. “2026/05/28 Cosmos Initia Co., Ltd. Cosmos Initia's health keepers (in-house therapists) operate a refresh room that will celebrate its 25th anniversary in June, with approximately 80% of employees continuing to use it.”
29
May
DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. JP3505000004
2026-05-28 DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. “2026/05/28 Cosmos Initia Co., Ltd. begins first phase of sales for its new detached housing development, "Initia Forum Eifukucho Parkside Stage". A total of 12 homes will be built in a scenic area close to the Tokyo Metropolitan Wadabori Park.”
29
May
DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. JP3505000004
2026-05-28 DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. “On May 28, 2026, we were selected for the highest rating in CDP's "Supplier Engagement Evaluation" for the seventh consecutive year.”
29
May
KAJIMA CORPORATION JP3210200006
2026-05-28 KAJIMA CORPORATION “Experience "Haneda of the Future" at HICity! "Future Festival of Sky and Greenery" to be held.”
29
May
HASEKO Corporation JP3768600003
2026-05-28 HASEKO Corporation “A large-scale redevelopment project with 575 units, just a 5-minute walk from Yasaka Station. A new condominium project, "Tokyo Link With Town Project," offering a living environment close to commercial facilities and a variety of shared facilities. Contracts begin on Friday, May 29th. [PDF: 996KB]”
29
May
OBAYASHI CORPORATION JP3190000004
2026-05-28 OBAYASHI CORPORATION “Regarding the partial revision of the "Notice of Convocation of the 122nd Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders" (sent by mail).”
29
May
OBAYASHI CORPORATION JP3190000004
2026-05-28 OBAYASHI CORPORATION “The materials for the 122nd Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (items omitted from the written documents provided upon request) have been posted.”
29
May
OBAYASHI CORPORATION JP3190000004
2026-05-28 OBAYASHI CORPORATION “We have posted the notice of convocation for the 122nd Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders.”
29
May
TAISEI CORPORATION JP3443600006
2026-05-28 TAISEI CORPORATION “Released on May 28, 2026: The functionality of the "T-Jet Method," which can safely and efficiently remove asbestos, has been improved.”