Exploring the Future with Kongō Gumi Co., Ltd.: AI and Sustainable Urban Development
Kongō Gumi Co., Ltd., established in 578 A.D., holds the distinction of being the world’s oldest documented company. Specializing traditionally in shrine and temple construction, Kongō Gumi adapted over the centuries to incorporate modern techniques, such as the use of concrete alongside wood and the pioneering adoption of CAD for architectural design post-Meiji Restoration. Historical…