Takoju Co., Ltd.

Establishment of Takoju. Topco products were stored at the entrance of the chairman's house. It also served as a warehouse.

Tagomori Establishment Stored Topco products at the chairman's house entrance. It also served as a warehouse.

Ogawa Store Opening. From the company's establishment until the opening of Ogawa Store, the president's home was used as a temporary office. Market research was conducted, and study sessions and business negotiations were held at the president's house. Additionally, bonuses were paid out on the evening of the opening day as an expression of gratitude to employees. The president's spirit inspired all employees. (Closed in April 2025)

Ogawa Store Opening Until the store opened, the president's home served as a temporary office. Conducted market research, study sessions, and business negotiations there. Bonuses were paid on the evening of the opening day as a gesture of appreciation to employees. The president's enthusiasm deeply moved all employees. (Closed in April 2025)

Tajiri Store Opening. After opening Tajiri Store, a computer system was introduced. (Although it was desired to introduce it from the opening of Ogawa Store, it seems it was introduced at this time due to cost considerations.)

Tajiri Store Opening Shortly after opening, a computer system was introduced. (Although it was desired to introduce it from the Ogawa store opening, it seems it was introduced at this time due to cost reasons.)

Toruida Store Opening. The store was opened in a rice field, and customers arrived via unpaved roads. As a result, the store's interior was muddy after rain, making cleaning difficult.

Todoro-ta Store Opening Because it was built in the rice fields, customers used unpaved roads to visit. As a result, the store's interior was muddy after rain, making cleaning difficult.

Toruida Store Night Operation Start. Unlike typical stores that closed at 6-7 PM, the store extended hours until midnight. Sales increased sharply.

Todoro-ta Store Night Operation Start Extended business hours until midnight, whereas most stores closed around 6-7 pm. Sales increased sharply.

First New Year Business. It was the first challenge in Yaizu area and was very well received. Complete renovation of Toruida Store and relocation of headquarters. The headquarters was relocated from next to Ogawa Store to the second floor of Toruida. At that time, a modern shopping center was forming in Yaizu City centered around Takoju Toruida Store, with new stores lining up. The total annual sales of all stores (Ogawa, Tajiri, Toruida) was about 5 billion yen, with Toruida Store accounting for 46% of the total.

First New Year Business It was the first challenge in Yaizu area, but it matched the times and was very popular.

Todoro-ta Store Renovation and Headquarters Relocation Due to space constraints, the headquarters was relocated from next to Ogawa store to the second floor of Todoro-ta. At that time, a modern shopping center was forming in Yaizu City centered around Tagomori Todoro-ta store, with new stores lining up. The total annual sales of all stores (Ogawa, Tajiri, Todoro-ta) was about 5 billion yen, with Todoro-ta accounting for 46%.

Komagoe Store Opening. Opened on May 30 in Komagoe, Shimizu City. There was a 14-year gap before opening this store. The third store was opened smoothly, but the Large Retail Store Law (Big Store Law) became more stringent, making it difficult to open stores in Yaizu, Shizuoka City, Shimizu City, Fuji City, and Shimada City. When the first convenience store opened in Shizuoka City, it was reportedly broadcast on NHK's nationwide news. (Closed in January 2021)

Komagoe Store Opening Opened on 5/30 in Komagoe, Shimizu City. There was a 14-year gap before opening this store. The first three stores opened smoothly, but the Large Retail Store Law (Big Store Law) became stricter, making it difficult to open stores in Yaizu, Shizuoka City, Shimizu City, Fujieda City, and Shimada City. When the first convenience store opened in Shizuoka City, it was reportedly broadcast on NHK's nationwide news. (Closed in January 2021)

Start of in-store deli and Ajisa. Under the guidance of a deli consultant, self-service sales of assorted items were implemented.

In-store Delicatessen and Ajisa Start Under the guidance of a deli consultant, self-service sales by individual items were implemented.

Sena Supermarket Opening on November 23 in Higashi-Sena, Shizuoka City.

Sena Supermarket Opening Opened on 11/23 in Higashi-Sena, Shizuoka City.

Shimokawahara Store Opening on July 21 in Shizuoka City. The first day sales were 22.26 million yen with 8,363 visitors. It was bustling until 8 PM. Although a 650-tsubo supermarket was planned, it was not realized due to regulations.

Shimokawara Store Opening Opened on 7/21 in Shizuoka City. First-day sales were 22.26 million yen with 8,363 visitors. It was bustling until 8 pm. Although there were plans to build a 650-tsubo supermarket, regulations prevented it.

Nishi-Yaizu Store Opening on December 16 in Yaizu City. The store area was 2,500 square meters, making it the largest store at the time. The store was a two-core SS with supermarkets and liquor sales, plus three tenants. The first-day sales were 38.1 million yen with 10,741 visitors. It was busy until 9 PM.

Nishi-Yaizu Store Opening Opened on 12/16 in Yaizu City. The store area was 2,500㎡, making it the largest store at the time. The store consisted of two core sections: supermarkets and liquor sales, plus three tenants, forming a SSM. First-day sales were 38.1 million yen with 10,741 visitors. It was busy until 9 pm.

Sena, previously a separate company (related to Takoju), merged with Takoju. The merger sale attracted many customers.

Super Sena merged with Takoju Sena, which was a separate company (Takoju related company), at the Takoju Sena Store. A large number of customers visited during the merger celebration sale.

Torisaka Store Opening on July 31 in Aoi-ku, Shizuoka City. It was the first store in a shopping center.

Torisaka Store Opening On July 31, the 'Torisaka Store' opened in Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City. It was the first store in a shopping center.

Shimada Chuo Store Opening on October 10 in Shimada City. It was one of the largest stores in Shimada City at the time. On the opening day, 8,000 people visited.

Shimada Central Store Opening On October 10, the 'Shimada Central Store' opened in Shimada City. It was the largest store in Shimada City at the time, with 8,000 visitors on the opening day.

Introduction of Takoju Point Card. From March, a bonus stage service was started.

Takoju Points Card Introduction Starting from March, a bonus stage service was launched.

Tanuma Store Opening on July 16 in Fujieda City. A fish market was established in the seafood corner for the first time.

Tanuma Store Opening On July 16, the 'Tanuma Store' opened in Fujieda City. It was the first to feature a fish market in the seafood corner.

Nishinakabara Store Opening on July 20 in Suruga-ku, Shizuoka City. It was the largest store in Shizuoka City with a supermarket. The exterior was built with Gundam colors. The second-floor parking lot had a roof and was adjacent to the store, allowing shopping without getting wet on rainy days.

Nishinakahara Store Opening On July 20, the 'Nishinakahara Store' opened in Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City. It is the largest store in Shizuoka City in terms of sales area. The exterior was built with a Gundam color motif. The second-floor parking lot has a roof and is adjacent to the store, allowing shopping without getting wet on rainy days.

Kiyosato Store Opening and Tagojyu Nursery School Opening on March 1 in Fujieda City. It was the first store with an on-site nursery school. Solar power equipment was also installed.

Kiyosato Store Opening & Tagoju Nursery School Opening On March 1, the 'Kiyosato Store' opened in Fujieda City. It was the first store with an on-site nursery school. Solar power equipment was also installed.

Nishiyaizu Nursery School Opening on September 1 next to Nishi-Yaizu Store. A large facility with capacity for up to 120 children.

Nishiyaidu Nursery School Opening On September 1, 'Nishiyaidu Nursery School' opened next to Nishiyaidu Store. It is a large facility capable of accommodating up to 120 children.

Nishi-Yaizu Children's Club Opening On 11/1, the "Nishi-Yaizu Children's Club" opened next to Nishi-Yaizu store. It will be able to accept children up to 6th grade elementary school. Equipped with a learning room and play area. Available on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

Nishiyaidu Children's Club Opening On November 1, the 'Nishiyaidu Children's Club' opened next to Nishiyaidu Store. It can now accept children up to sixth grade. It is equipped with a learning room and a play area. Available on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

Komagoe Store Closure

Komagoe Store Closure

Ogasaka Store Opening On 2/20, the first store in western Shizuoka Prefecture. Introduced "fish delicacies" in the seafood section, "meat delicacies" in the meat section, and "salad delicacies" in the prepared food section to meet evolving demand for prepared foods.

Ogasawara Store Opening On February 20, the first store in western Shizuoka Prefecture was opened. It introduced 'fish delicacies' in the seafood department, 'meat delicacies' in the meat department, and 'salad delicacies' in the prepared foods department to meet evolving demand.

Nishijima Town Store Opening The first store in eastern Shizuoka Prefecture. Aiming to be a store that responds to the social background of shrinking household sizes and increasing working women, with further evolution and enhancement of "fish delicacies," "meat delicacies," and "salad delicacies." It features a spacious, bright sales floor and a large, easy-to-park parking lot, aiming to blend into the local community.

Nishishima Town Store Opening The first store in eastern Shizuoka Prefecture. It was designed to meet the immediate food needs driven by societal changes such as smaller household sizes and increasing working women, with an emphasis on 'fish delicacies,' 'meat delicacies,' and 'salad delicacies.' It features a spacious, bright sales floor and a large, easy-to-park lot, aiming to offer a selection unique to Numazu region and to blend into the community.

Kobe (Kando) Store Opening Designed with a wide main aisle for prepared foods and bakery, equipped with an eat-in terrace, mini slide, and mini swings for family shopping. Handles "seafood sushi" using fresh ingredients. The second-floor parking lot roof is fitted with solar panels for self-consumption, supporting SDGs.

Kobe (Kando) Store Opening The store features a wide main aisle for prepared foods and bakery, with an eat-in terrace, mini slides, and mini swings for family shopping. It offers 'seafood sushi' made with fresh, high-quality raw fish in the seafood department. The second-floor parking lot roof is equipped with solar panels for self-consumption, supporting SDGs.

Kohiji Store Opening Reopened in Yaizu, the birthplace of Tagomori, as the 16th store after 30 years. Unlike traditional stores, it displays delicious in-house prepared bento, prepared foods, sushi, bakery, burgers, and pizza at the first aisle to meet immediate consumption needs. Aiming to be Yaizu's No.1 store combining Tagomori's latest capabilities and shopping fun.

Kohiji Store Opening Reopening as the 16th store in Yaizu, the birthplace of Takoju. Unlike previous stores, it displays freshly made bento, prepared foods, sushi, bakery items, burgers, and pizza at the front aisle to meet immediate consumption needs. It aims to be the best store in Yaizu, combining Takoju's latest capabilities and shopping fun.

Ogawa Store Closure

Ogawa Store Closure