Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc. is a company that takes on and proposes solutions to social and corporate challenges with its membrane structures.
Founded in 1972 as a sewing factory for membrane fabric sheets, Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc. began in-house frame manufacturing just three years later. Today, we produce a wide range of innovative membrane structures that contribute to industries and communities across Japan and beyond.
Guided by our slogan, “Membranes make the city and the future more brilliant,” we have consistently pursued the creation of spaces that bring joy, comfort, and value to people’s lives—especially our customers.
Looking ahead, we will continue to embrace flexible thinking and a broad perspective. In addition to simply building “satisfying structures,” our mission is to create membrane solutions that truly serve society and help shape a better, more sustainable future.
At Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc., “impossible” is not in our vocabulary.
With decades of accumulated know-how and a passionate team of experts in design, manufacturing, and construction, we work together to bring our shared vision to life: "WRAP THE FUTURE".
Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc.’s purpose
Stretching the Frontier
with Membranes
As the world faces urgent environmental and social issues, we ask ourselves:What role can membrane structures play on the front lines of these challenges?
At Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc., we have defined three core pillars for our future vision:
Operating with less environmental impact
Growing as a company that coexists with local communities
Building a sustainable membrane structure industry
By harnessing the strengths of membrane materials—lightweight, durable, and efficient—and leveraging our company’s unique agility, we actively engage with the issues of our time through various forward-thinking projects and partnerships.
Specific initiatives for the realization of our purpose
Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc.’s SDGs
To develop a membrane structure industry with a lower environmental footprint, we are addressing the two major greenhouse gases:
- Reducing CO₂ emissions through cleaner operations and manufacturing
- Minimizing methane emissions by improving disposal practices at the end of a product’s life
We believe that by combining innovation, collaboration, and sustainability, membrane structures can contribute to a cleaner, smarter, and more inclusive future.
Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc.’s CSR Initiatives
At Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc., we are committed to creating new value through membrane structures in a way that benefits everyone around us—our customers, supply chain partners, employees, the environment, and the communities we serve.
Our CSR activities are deeply rooted in our belief that membrane structures can do more than just provide shelter—they can be a meaningful solution to social and environmental challenges.
MEMBRANE LAB.
"MEMBRANE LAB." is our innovation initiative launched to explore the future potential of membrane structures.
By combining over 50 years of in-house experience with insights from other industries, we are rethinking fundamental questions such as:"What are the real strengths of membrane structures?"
Through this project, we are challenging ourselves to enter new business fields, discover novel applications, and create completely new value that transcends conventional boundaries.
Let’s brighten up the world and its future with membrane structures.
At Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc., our mission is to design convenient, beautiful, and functional spaces using the incredible potential of membrane fabric. Membranes are not limited to buildings.They can become a bag to carry precious belongings, a play area for children, or a protective cover against rain, wind, snow, and sunlight. The possibilities are endless. We are constantly exploring these potentials through continuous research and product development—always with the goal of delighting our customers. For us, “impossible” is not an option. With the strength of our united team and a bold spirit of innovation, we will continue contributing to society by shaping the future with membrane structures. Thank you for your continued trust and support.
Atsuki Yamaguchi
Representative Director Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc.
Company Profile
- Company name
- Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc. (山口産業株式会社)
- Establishment
- December 25, 1976 (Founded: April 1, 1972)
- Location
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Headquarters
3555-120 Takumachi, Taku City, Saga Prefecture, 846-0031, Japan
TEL: +81-952-74-2525 / FAX: +81-952-74-2527
- Capital
- ¥20 million
- Representative
- Atsuki Yamaguchi, Representative Director and President
- Number of employees
- 140 (as of March 2024)
- Annual Sales
- ¥4.2billion (FY2024, as of July)
- Business Activities
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・Design, manufacture, and construction of membrane structures
・Sales of synthetic fiber materials, metal and resin-based safety materials, and general industrial products
・Manufacture and sales of chemical products
・Licensed construction business
- Affiliated Organizations
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・Japan Membrane Structures Association
IFAI (Industrial Fabrics Association International)
Japan Tent Sheet Manufacturers Association
Japan Awning Association
- Licenses & Certifications
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Construction Business License(Saga Prefecture Governor’s Permit, Special-1, No. 11416)
First-Class Architect’s Office Registration (No. Ho-923)
ISO 9001:2000 Certification (March 2003)
Certified Membrane Processing Factory (2009, 2018)
M Grade Certified Steel Frame Manufacturing Factory (December 2018)
- Qualified Professionals
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2 First-Class Architects
7 Second-Class Architects
1 First-Class Structural Design Architect
3 First-Class Construction Management Engineers
3 Second-Class Construction Management Engineers
3 First-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineers
2 Steel Product Inspection Engineers
2 Ultrasonic Inspection Technicians (NDI Level 2)
12 JIS Z 3841 Semi-Automatic Welding Technicians
Company History
- April 1972
- Taku Membranes Sewing Factory was established; began manufacturing membrane materials and air ducts for public use.
- February 1975
- Steel division founded; began in-house production of structural frames.
- December 1976
- Yamaguchi New Shelter Industry Inc. officially established.
Expanded into sales of general industrial materials made from synthetic fibers and began engaging in environmental equipment and construction businesses.
- November 1994
- Relocated headquarters and main factory to Kirioka Industrial Park.
- May 2003
- ISO 9001:2000 certification obtained.
- July 2016
- Opened Kitakanto Factory (Kitaibaraki City, Ibaraki Prefecture).
- December 2018
- Steel frame manufacturing factory certified with M Grade.