Ohmoto Corporation

Basic Information

Stock Code
1793
Industry
Construction
Category Detail
Construction & Civil Engineering
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
December 1937
Listing Year
December 1994
Official Website
https://www.ohmoto.co.jp/
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Overview

Ohmoto Corporation is a mid-sized general contractor founded in 1937 with its head office in Minato-ku, Tokyo. It has shifted from civil engineering to construction projects, establishing a solid position in the industry by focusing on high-quality private-sector building works.

Current Situation

Ohmoto Corporation recorded sales of 94.4 billion yen for the fiscal year ended March 2023, maintaining a robust financial position with an equity ratio of over 60%. Its core business is building construction, which accounts for about 60% of sales, with a strong track record in commercial facilities, logistics facilities, office buildings, and hotels in central Tokyo. In civil engineering, it undertakes national projects such as tunnels and airport-related works, demonstrating its technical expertise. It advances construction safety and efficiency by leveraging advanced technologies like automated unmanned control and base isolation/vibration damping methods. In terms of sustainability, alongside debt-free operations, it is strengthening environmental considerations, aiming for sustainable urban development. Going forward, it will deepen the shift in its revenue structure from civil engineering to building construction, pursuing high-value-added technology development and order expansion tailored to private sector needs. In fiscal 2025, it plans to introduce an automated control system for deep underground excavation to further enhance its technological capabilities.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Aoyama OHMOTO Building has been featured as a backdrop in automotive advertisements
  • Established in 1937 with over 80 years of history as a venerable general contractor
  • Previously strong in deep underground civil engineering such as tunnels
  • Maintains debt-free operations with equity ratio over 60%
  • Early adopter of ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications
  • Unique structure with Tokyo head office in Minami-Aoyama and main office in Okayama
  • Recently specialized in construction business with high private-sector order ratio
  • Group includes Techno Assist in solar power generation business
  • Focuses on architectural technology development such as proprietary HIRC-OS structure
  • Representative projects include ASICS Tokyo head office and Hotel Monterey

Hidden Connections

  • Serves as a bridge between the Chugoku region and the capital area as a major local construction company
  • Core company in the Ohmoto Holdings group where Ohmoto Holdings is the major shareholder
  • Participates in numerous Japanese national infrastructure projects with strong ties to public works
  • Manga artist Hiroshi Benmatsu illustrated the company history '80 Years of Ohmoto Corporation'

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expansion of construction orders due to increasing demand for private commercial facilities
  • Improved construction efficiency through IT and automated control technology introduction
  • Promotion of対応 amid stricter regulations for environmentally friendly construction
  • Increase in real estate redevelopment projects in capital and Kansai regions
  • Work environment improvements corresponding to work-style reforms
  • Growing demand for public facility renovations in aging society
  • Strengthening local attachment centered on Chugoku region
  • Enhanced safety through普及 of unmanned and remote operation technologies

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve sales exceeding 120 billion yen
  • Expand construction business ratio to over 70%
  • Position sustainable urban development support as core business
  • Actively apply environmental impact reduction technologies
  • Strengthen organizational capabilities through diverse talent development
  • Continue debt-free operations and maintain financial soundness
  • Lead the era with IT measures and smart construction technologies
  • Enhance brand value through strengthened ties with local communities

Business Segments

Commercial Facility Construction Contracting

Overview
Undertakes large commercial facilities and logistics facilities on a lump-sum basis, providing high-quality construction.
Competitiveness
Flexibility to handle local attachment and diverse orders
Customers
  • Major commercial facility operators
  • Real estate developers
  • Investment funds
  • Local governments
Products
  • Large commercial facility construction
  • Logistics warehouse construction
  • Mixed-use facility design and construction

Office Building Construction

Overview
Provides safe and secure high-rise building construction using the latest technologies.
Competitiveness
Advanced base isolation/damping structures and RC structures
Customers
  • Medium-sized companies
  • Large companies
  • Real estate management companies
  • Design firms
Products
  • High-rise office building construction
  • Seismic retrofitting works
  • Base isolation and vibration damping technology provision

Hotels and Accommodation Facilities

Overview
Specializes in high-seismic, high-quality hotel construction works.
Competitiveness
Hotel-specific construction know-how and design collaboration
Customers
  • Hotel operators
  • Tourism developers
  • Real estate investment companies
Products
  • New hotel construction
  • Renovation works
  • Facility maintenance

Civil Engineering Works

Overview
Demonstrates high technical capabilities in civil engineering for national projects.
Competitiveness
Efficient construction using advanced unmanned methods
Customers
  • Government agencies
  • Public project operators
  • Subcontractors from general contractors
  • Infrastructure management companies
Products
  • Tunnel excavation
  • Bridge construction
  • Port development
  • Airport-related works

Environmental and Energy-Related Facilities

Overview
Contributes to sustainable society through environmentally considerate construction.
Competitiveness
Environmental management system with ISO 14001 certification
Customers
  • Renewable energy operators
  • Environmental equipment companies
  • Local governments
  • Industrial park managers
Products
  • Solar power facility construction
  • Eco building design and construction
  • Environmental-related works

Residential Construction Contracting

Overview
Provides high-quality residential construction with a local focus.
Competitiveness
Superior residential design in comfort and safety
Customers
  • Individuals
  • Local real estate companies
  • Housing sales companies
Products
  • Detached house construction
  • Apartment construction
  • Residential renovations

Public Facility Construction

Overview
Handles public works contributing to community welfare improvement.
Competitiveness
Flexible response tailored to local needs
Customers
  • Local governments
  • Public organizations
  • Welfare facility operators
Products
  • Community center construction
  • Public libraries
  • School facility construction

Factory and Warehouse Construction

Overview
Construction technology tailored to industry-specific equipment requirements.
Competitiveness
Hygiene management and safety design
Customers
  • Manufacturing industry
  • Logistics companies
  • Food industry
  • Third-party logistics providers
Products
  • Food factory construction
  • New logistics warehouse construction
  • Clean room construction

Disaster Prevention and Seismic Works

Overview
Contributes to disaster risk reduction with advanced seismic technologies.
Competitiveness
Utilization of proprietary HIRC-OS structure
Customers
  • Local governments
  • School foundations
  • Hospital operators
  • General companies
Products
  • Base isolation structure design and construction
  • Vibration damping method implementation
  • Seismic retrofitting and renovation

Technical Support and R&D

Overview
Leads the industry through cutting-edge technology R&D.
Competitiveness
Proprietary unmanned construction system
Customers
  • Construction-related companies
  • Major general contractors
  • Government agencies
  • Research institutions
Products
  • Base isolation and damping technology research
  • Unmanned construction technology development
  • Safety management systems

Maintenance and Renovation

Overview
Supports building lifespan extension and asset value maintenance.
Competitiveness
Prompt and reliable construction management
Customers
  • Corporate facility managers
  • Public facility managers
  • Homeowners
Products
  • Building repairs
  • Equipment upgrades
  • Renovation works

Information Systems and Construction Management Support

Overview
IT services supporting construction efficiency and quality improvement.
Competitiveness
Nationwide OMCOS NET system
Customers
  • Peer competitors
  • Subcontractors
  • Government-related departments
Products
  • Online construction management system
  • Safety, environment, and quality management system
  • Customer information management

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Solid debt-free management structure
  • High equity ratio over 60%
  • Strategic business shift from civil engineering to construction
  • Advanced base isolation and vibration damping structure technologies
  • Extensive track record in national projects
  • Unmanned construction technology via automated control
  • Order base rooted in local communities
  • Abundant construction know-how and experience
  • Proven results across diverse construction fields
  • Stable sales and financial foundation
  • Established position as a steady mid-sized general contractor
  • High-quality construction management system
  • Work efficiency improvement via information systems
  • Long company history and trust

Competitive Advantages

  • One-stop service from design to construction
  • In-house development of base isolation/damping technologies for construction differentiation
  • Labor cost reduction through advanced unmanned excavation methods
  • Strong order network and track record in the capital region
  • High creditworthiness demonstrated by debt-free operations
  • Flexible response capabilities from experience with diverse buildings
  • Safety and quality management system leveraging advanced technologies
  • Solid foundation in the Chugoku region utilizing regional characteristics
  • Trust gained through ongoing technology research and ISO certifications
  • Strong trust from diverse clients (government and private sector)
  • Clear differentiation from competitors based on high technological capabilities
  • Focus on employee technical training and talent development
  • Construction and business expansion incorporating environmental considerations
  • Project timeline shortening through rapid information sharing

Threats

  • Risk of reduced orders due to declining public works budgets
  • Intensified competition with major general contractors leading to price pressure
  • Cost increases from rising construction material prices
  • Challenges in site operations due to labor shortages
  • Risk of project delays from increasing natural disasters
  • Decline in competitiveness from delays in new technology adoption
  • Compliance burden from stricter building and environmental regulations
  • Risk of market contraction due to economic fluctuations
  • Supply chain disruption risks
  • Intensified competition from influx of foreign company technologies
  • Increasing disaster response costs
  • Changes in order volumes due to real estate market fluctuations

Innovations

2025: Verification of automated control system for deep underground excavation

Overview
Plans to introduce an automated control system for deep underground excavation work to improve construction safety and efficiency.
Impact
Aims to advance excavation technology and shorten project timelines

2024: Advanced utilization of base isolation and vibration damping structures in construction

Overview
Applies proprietary base isolation and vibration damping structures to multiple large buildings to enhance seismic performance.
Impact
Improves building safety

2023: Development of remote-operated unmanned construction technology

Overview
Researches and develops remote-operated unmanned construction systems for tunnel excavation and others to strengthen labor safety.
Impact
Achieves improved worker safety and efficiency

2022: Introduction of IT-based project management in large commercial facility construction

Overview
Reduces construction issues by enhancing information management through expanded use of OMCOS NET.
Impact
Successfully improves construction quality and schedule management

2021: Maintenance of ISO 9001/14001 certifications and promotion of quality and environmental management

Overview
Strengthens company-wide quality management and environmental management systems to ensure trust.
Impact
Improves customer satisfaction and reduces environmental impact

Sustainability

  • Introduction of construction methods aimed at reducing environmental impact
  • Strengthened environmental management through ISO 14001 certification
  • Business development emphasizing coexistence with local communities
  • Establishment of sustainable financial foundation through debt-free operations
  • Enhanced labor safety and hygiene and improved employee satisfaction
  • Active adoption of energy-saving construction technologies
  • Waste reduction and recycling promotion
  • Support for renewable energy facility construction
  • Promotion of training for female and young engineers
  • Architectural design contributing to regional disaster prevention capabilities