INAX is 100th anniversary this year, So we would like to talk about our history. Vol.02 A passion for beautifying landscapes and cityscapes Read more...
We will talk about the origin and history of INAX in three letters.
Please look forward to the release!
Vol.02
A passion for beautifying landscapes and cityscapes
1920s
Adorning the Cities with Decorative Terracotta
Following the Great Kanto Earthquake, buildings such as department stores, banks, and government agencies were rebuilt with robust reinforced concrete and embellished with delightful architectural tiles and terracotta..
The Matsuzakaya Yokohama department store building, built in 1934
INAX led the production of decorative terracotta, maximizing the extensive experience gained from manufacturing bricks for the Imperial Hotel.
The terracotta decorations symbolized the post-earthquake reconstruction period and spread to cities throughout Japan..
1952
Taking Art to the Streets with Ceramics
“Art has value not as the possession of a select few but rather in its connection with the mass.”
Renowned artist Taro Okamoto realized this belief he saw potential in - creating artworks with mosaic tiles.
The Takashimaya Nihonbashi department store building Artist: Taro Okamoto "SOUSEI" in 1952
2024
Embellishing the Cityscape
Beautiful terracotta facades add warmth and a welcoming feeling to the scenery.
INAX started producing elegant architectural ceramics of many shapes and shades with a passion for beautifying landscapes and cityscapes.
Utilizing the aesthetics and craftsmanship unique to our origin in ceramics, INAX continues to help people live well through attractive design tiles with hues and expressions desired by architects.
Item that inherited the aesthetics and craftsmanship
TERRA COTTA LUVER
INAX terracotta louver is a ceramic louver that was born from INAX's ceramic technology. The heavy feeling and texture unique to ceramic decorate the building beautifully.
