Kyowa Consultants

Basic Information

Stock Code
9647
Industry
Services
Category Detail
Real Estate & Housing
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
August 1961
Listing Year
June 1993
Official Website
https://www.kyowa-c.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

Kyowa Consultants is a long-established construction consulting firm founded in 1961, primarily engaged in public works and also expanding into information processing, continuing stable growth.

Current Situation

Kyowa Consultants recorded net sales of approximately 8.06 billion yen, operating profit of approximately 760 million yen, and net profit of approximately 510 million yen for the fiscal year ending November 2024, maintaining a stable financial base. Its main construction consulting business serves major clients such as the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the Ministry of Defense, steadily generating revenue centered on public works. Information processing outsourcing services are also integrated, securing competitive advantages through technological capabilities and multifaceted service offerings. Since 2016, it has begun selling small hydropower generators, expanding into the environmental technology field. With consideration for sustainability, it has obtained ISO 9000 and ISO 14000 certifications and strives to reduce environmental impact. It is strengthening collaboration with its largest shareholder, Cybridge, and has outlined a strategy for mid- to long-term business expansion. It aims to enhance market competitiveness through the introduction of new technologies and deeper collaboration with local governments. Moving forward, it will aim for growth by expanding its information processing business on a stable revenue base from public works.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Has accumulated track record in the construction consulting industry for over 60 years since its founding
  • Holds both ISO 9000 and 14000 certifications, demonstrating high quality and environmental responsiveness
  • One of the pioneers that started selling small hydropower generators early in Japan
  • Largest shareholder Cybridge is an IT company focusing on strengthening technological collaboration
  • Owns three related companies and deploys a wide range of related services
  • Mid-sized company with about 200 employees, renowned for its technological capabilities
  • Headquartered in Sasazuka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, as a long-established firm
  • Composite services of public works and information processing contribute to differentiation
  • Maintains steady management and growth in the construction consulting world
  • Deeply involved in regional urban development and strives for regional contributions
  • Provides advanced geographic information services through GIS technology utilization
  • Small hydropower generator sales began in 2016, a relatively new business
  • Promotes diversification through entry into environmental assessment field
  • Stable revenue structure supported by strong connections with public institutions
  • Focuses on engineer development through in-house training system

Hidden Connections

  • Hidden technological collaboration leveraging strengths in IT field through alliance with largest shareholder Cybridge
  • Strategic linkage in developing new markets in environmental energy field while centering on public works
  • Related companies handle trading for construction industry and overseas expansion support as a collaborative base
  • History of early acquisition of ISO certifications and advanced approach to quality and environmental management
  • Extensive participation in urban development projects in Tokyo Metropolitan Area, closely tied to local community
  • Provides more advanced geographic information analysis than other construction consultants through GIS services
  • Built unique system integrating engineers and sales network in small hydropower field
  • Promotes technology succession and human resource development in construction industry through training business

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Strengthening order base due to stable public works budgets
  • Expansion in environmental technology field and increasing demand for renewable energy
  • Growth in information processing outsourcing market
  • Promotion of small hydropower generator dissemination and technological innovation
  • Differentiation through utilization of cutting-edge technologies such as GIS
  • Securing new projects through strengthened collaboration with local governments
  • Efficiency improvement through advanced project management
  • Maintaining competitiveness through human resource development and technology succession
  • Increasing demand for environmental consulting due to strengthened environmental regulations
  • Synergy creation with related companies

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve cumulative net sales exceeding 10 billion yen
  • Expand environmental technology business ratio to over 20% of total
  • Increase revenue ratio from non-public works to 30%
  • Continue ISO certifications and strengthen quality and environmental management
  • Nationwide deployment of regionally focused services
  • Systematize and enhance engineer training programs
  • Develop new services using GIS and information processing technologies
  • Expand domestic market share of small hydropower generators
  • Realize sustainable construction consulting
  • Promote digital transformation

Business Segments

Public Construction Consulting

Overview
Provides construction consulting centered on public works to support safe and efficient infrastructure development.
Competitiveness
Long track record and strong trust relationship with public institutions
Customers
  • Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Ministry of Defense
  • Local Governments
  • Expressway Public Corporation
  • Various Public Institutions
Products
  • Road Design and Survey
  • Bridge Structure Analysis
  • Geological Survey
  • Urban Planning Consulting
  • Environmental Assessment

Information Processing Outsourcing Services

Overview
Undertakes information processing tasks from other companies to achieve efficient business operations.
Competitiveness
Expertise and technical capabilities specialized in construction business
Customers
  • Construction Companies
  • Government Agencies
  • Local Governments
  • Construction Equipment Manufacturers
Products
  • Data Entry Services
  • Construction Business Software Development
  • Information Management and Analysis Services

Environmental Technology Solutions

Overview
Provides technical support and consulting aimed at reducing environmental impact.
Competitiveness
Expert knowledge in environmental technologies including small hydropower
Customers
  • Energy Companies
  • Local Government Environmental Departments
  • Environmental Consulting Firms
Products
  • Environmental Impact Assessment
  • Renewable Energy Planning
  • Water Quality Purification Technology Proposals

Design and Structural Analysis Services

Overview
Provides advanced analysis and design support for construction design.
Competitiveness
Extensive network of engineers and advanced specialized technologies
Customers
  • Construction Design Offices
  • Construction Contractors
  • Real Estate Developers
Products
  • Structural Design
  • Seismic Diagnosis Services
  • CAD System Provision

Regional Urban Development Consulting

Overview
Proposes urban development plans tailored to regional characteristics to support regional revitalization.
Competitiveness
Analytical capabilities rooted in the region and administrative collaboration
Customers
  • Local Governments
  • Urban Development Operators
  • Housing Manufacturers
Products
  • Urban Planning
  • Land Use Analysis
  • Regional Revitalization Plans

GIS Solution Provision

Overview
Supports efficient management and analysis of geographic information with GIS-related technologies.
Competitiveness
Customized technologies specialized for construction consulting
Customers
  • Public Institutions
  • Surveying Companies
  • Real Estate Companies
Products
  • Geographic Information System Development
  • Map Data Analysis Services
  • GIS Training and Education

Construction Project Management

Overview
Management services to support efficient construction projects and risk management.
Competitiveness
Practical support based on extensive on-site experience
Customers
  • Major Construction Companies
  • Real Estate Developers
  • Government Agencies
Products
  • Project Planning
  • Schedule Management
  • Cost Management

Safety Management and Risk Assessment Services

Overview
Services to strengthen safety at construction sites and reduce risks.
Competitiveness
Professional evaluation expertise based on industry standards
Customers
  • Construction Site Managers
  • Public Institutions
  • Insurance Companies
Products
  • Safety Training Programs
  • Risk Assessment Reports
  • On-site Safety Audits

Environmental Assessment Services

Overview
Provides environmental conservation surveys and proposals necessary for construction plans.
Competitiveness
Long track record and capabilities in responding to environmental laws and regulations
Customers
  • Local Governments
  • Major Construction Companies
  • Environmental Consultants
Products
  • Environmental Impact Assessment Surveys
  • Ecosystem Conservation Plans
  • Land and Water Environment Measurements

Technical Training Services

Overview
Specialized training services for engineers to support skill improvement.
Competitiveness
Practical curriculum tailored to industry needs
Customers
  • Construction Companies
  • Local Government Engineers
  • Universities
Products
  • Construction Technology Training
  • CAD Operation Courses
  • Project Management Training

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Long track record in public works
  • Strong relationships with government agencies
  • Diverse technological capabilities and information processing abilities
  • Track record in environmental technology initiatives
  • Quality management system backed by ISO certifications
  • Stable financial base
  • High technical skills of specialized engineers
  • Regionally focused service deployment
  • Collaboration with diverse related subsidiaries
  • Human resource development through technical training
  • Utilization of advanced technologies such as GIS
  • Strong project management capabilities
  • Comprehensive risk management system
  • Provision of environmentally considerate products
  • Extensive industry network

Competitive Advantages

  • Stable order base from public institutions
  • High trust gained through technological capabilities and track record
  • Business efficiency support via information processing outsourcing
  • Pioneering adoption of environmental technologies
  • Quality assurance backed by ISO 9000 and 14000 certifications
  • Broad business deployment through related companies
  • Advanced GIS solution provision capabilities
  • Diverse service lineup by skilled engineers
  • Customized proposals tailored to regional characteristics
  • Risk reduction measures emphasizing safety management
  • Human resource strengthening through ongoing technical training
  • Entry into new technology fields such as small hydropower generators
  • Ability to meet diverse client needs
  • Established project management capabilities
  • Competitive edge in public infrastructure sector

Threats

  • Risk of economic fluctuations due to dependence on public works
  • Intensifying price competition with competitors
  • Burden of responding to further strengthened environmental regulations
  • Difficulty keeping up with the speed of technological innovation
  • Challenges in technology succession due to labor shortages
  • Business impact risks from natural disasters
  • Order reduction due to cuts in government budgets
  • Delays in responding to rapid changes in digital technology
  • Market pressure from intensifying international competition
  • Impact of political factors on public works
  • New competitor entries in environmental technology field
  • Cybersecurity risks

Innovations

2024: Performance Improvement of Micro Hydropower Generators

Overview
Developed and began selling a new small hydropower generator with enhanced energy-saving effects.
Impact
Contributes to increased environmental business revenue and strengthened technological capabilities

2023: Introduction of Automation Tools for Information Processing Operations

Overview
Introduced RPA tools aimed at improving efficiency in construction-related information processing.
Impact
Achieved 15% improvement in operational efficiency and reduction in personnel costs

2022: Advanced GIS Technology

Overview
Achieved high-precision geographic information analysis using the latest GIS analysis tools.
Impact
Contributes to improved customer satisfaction and order expansion

2021: Strengthening of Environmental Measurement Technology

Overview
Development of water quality purification measurement equipment and improvement of evaluation methods.
Impact
Improved reliability of environmental consulting business

2020: Renewal of Project Management System

Overview
Introduced online software for schedule and cost management.
Impact
Improved project efficiency and transparency

Sustainability

  • Operation of environmental management system based on ISO 14001
  • Promotion of renewable energy through dissemination of small hydropower
  • Strengthening of waste reduction and recycling activities
  • Thorough in-house energy saving and power conservation
  • Participation in regional environmental conservation activities