The story of Kongo Gumi, founded in the 6th century AD, is more than just the tale of the oldest company in the world. Engaged in Japanese temple construction and restoration for over 1,400 years, Kongo Gumi occupies a special place within the country’s culture, its origins illuminating the movement of technical knowledge across […]

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