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Nittetsu Bessan System Architecture: Supporting Future Architects

Nittetsu Bessan System Architecture Co., Ltd., based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, proudly announces its sponsorship of the "Akarenga Graduation Exhibition 2026," which will be held at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse No. 1 from March 26 to 29, 2026. This marks the company's second consecutive year of support for this significant event, emphasizing their commitment to nurturing architecture students and contributing to the advancement of the architecture industry.

What is the Akarenga Graduation Exhibition?

The Akarenga Graduation Exhibition is a prestigious national event that showcases graduation design projects from architecture students across the country. Initiated in 2004 with a collection of works from ten universities in the Kanto region, this exhibition has grown over the years, now celebrating its 23rd installment in 2026. The event began as the "10 Exhibitions" and transitioned to a national open call format in 2020, positioning it as one of the largest exhibitions of its kind in Japan.

This exhibition serves as a platform for students to present their innovative designs, engage with professionals, and receive constructive feedback through public evaluations. Each year, the number of participating institutions continues to rise, highlighting the growing interest and talent in the field of architecture among students throughout Japan.

Event Details

• - Organizer: Akarenga Graduation Exhibition Executive Committee
• - Exhibition Dates: March 26 (Thursday) – March 29 (Sunday), 2026
• - Public Review Date: March 26 (Thursday), 2026
• - Venue: Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse No. 1
• - Website: Akarenga Graduation Exhibition

About Nittetsu Bessan System Architecture

Nittetsu Bessan System Architecture is one of Japan's leading system architecture manufacturers, boasting an impressive track record of over 200 buildings constructed annually. With over fifty years of experience originating from the former Sumitomo Metal Industries (now Nippon Steel), the company has continually provided high-quality system architecture products for a wide range of projects.

The firm is well-equipped to address various challenges facing the construction industry, such as labor shortages, aging workforce, excessive workloads, and rising material costs. Their success is attributed to their ability to prefabricate components, which allows for significant cost reductions and shortened construction timelines. Furthermore, as a member of the Nippon Steel group, Nittetsu Bessan enjoys stable access to high-quality steel materials.

Their diverse product lineup supports structures up to two stories high, and they utilize a unique foundation system that effectively enhances construction efficiency across all products. Nittetsu Bessan is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of building owners while addressing pressing industry issues.

Company Overview

• - Name: Nittetsu Bessan System Architecture Co., Ltd.
• - Headquarters: 1-9-2 Higashi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo (Shiodome Sumitomo Building)
• - President: Tomo Uno
• - Established: October 1, 2007
• - Website: Nittetsu Bessan

Through its continued support of events like the Akarenga Graduation Exhibition, Nittetsu Bessan aims to inspire the next generation of architects while driving innovation and excellence within the architectural domain.