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J-POWER

電源開発株式会社電源開発株式会社(J-POWER)Alias
Ticker
Listed market
TYO
Country
Japan
Employees (non-consolidated)
1,600
Related companies
18
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Basic information

BASIC
Head office
Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Chief executive
Toku Sugano
Capital
20,000,000,000  (200 100 million)
Employees (non-consolidated)
1,600 people
Employees (consolidated)
Start date
1974-11-15
End date
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Websites

2 DOMAINS
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Business

10
Transmission Substation BusinessEnergy Solution BusinessRenewable EnergyThermal Power Generation BusinessNuclear Power Generation BusinessTelecommunications and Other BusinessesOverseas BusinessPersonnel Dispatch BusinessEmployment Introduction BusinessRegistration Support Business
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Related companies

18 COMPANIES
Company name Group Parent Subsidiary Customer Supplier Alliance Bank Shareholder
J-POWER Substation
Group
J-Power Hightech Co., Ltd.
Group
J-POWER Business Services Co., Ltd.
Group
Power Supply Dispatch Substation Network Co., Ltd.
Group
J-POWER Telecommunications Service Co., Ltd.
Group
J Power Entec Co., Ltd.
Group
Kaihatsu Fertilizer Co., Ltd.
Group
J-POWER Generation Service
Group
J-POWER Design Consulting Co., Ltd.
Group
J-POWER
Group
J-POWERグループ税務方針
Group
Japan Human Resources Dispatch Association
Customer
(一社)日本人材紹介事業協会
Customer
jpower.co.jp
Customer
Tida Square Co., Ltd.
Customer
人財パワー株式会社
Customer
社会保険労務士法人なか
Customer
行政書士法人なか
Customer
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Network

NETWORK
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History

112 EVENTS

Establishment of Electric Power Development Co., Ltd.Sources

To achieve stable electricity supply and efficient resource utilization, J-POWER began nuclear research and studies in 1954, shortly after its establishment.Sources

Start of operation at Sakuma Power Plant.Sources

Start of operation at Tagokura Power Plant.Sources

Start of operation at Tsurumi Main Line and Minamikawagoe Substation.Sources

Since the 1960s, it has cooperated on the development project of the ATR prototype reactor "Fugen", advancing nuclear safety and stable utilization.Sources

Start of operation at Oku-Tsurumi Power Plant.Sources

Start of operation at Gombu Power Plant.Sources

Peru's Tacna Hydroelectric Power Project: First overseas consulting business on a commercial basis.Sources

Start of operation at Wakamatsu Thermal Power Plant.Sources

Start of operation at Ikehara Pumped Storage Power Plant.Sources

Sakuma Frequency Converter Station begins operation: First time in Japan to supply power between east and west with different frequencies.Sources

Thailand's Kwiya No.1 (Sienakarin) Hydroelectric Power Project.Sources

Start of operation at Isogo Thermal Power Plant.Sources

Start of operation at Takehara Thermal Power Plant.Sources

Takasago Thermal Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

Hannan Line (500kV) Commencement of OperationSources

Shin Toyone Power Plant (Pumped‑Storage) Commencement of OperationSources

Numahara Power Plant (Pumped‑Storage) Commencement of OperationSources

Onikubi Geothermal Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

April 1976: The Oda Town Chamber of Commerce petitioned the town council for an environmental survey related to the establishment of a nuclear power plant.Sources

The Omachi Nuclear Power Plant began construction in May 2008, following the initiation of the plan in 1976 and with the understanding and cooperation of local residents and stakeholdersSources

Oku-Shimizu Power Plant (Pumped‑Storage) Commencement of OperationSources

Tategawa Daiichi Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

Memorandum of Understanding signed for acquisition of interests in Australia's Blairmore Mine.Sources

Kita-Homomachi Interconnection Equipment begins operation (Hakodate & Kamikita DC Converter Station): First high‑voltage DC transmission technology in Japan, enabling interconnection between Hokkaido and Honshu.Sources

West Region Interconnection Line Full‑Line Commencement of OperationSources

Matsushima Thermal Power Station begins operation: First large‑scale coal power plant in Japan using overseas coal as the main fuel.Sources

Sakuma II Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

August 1982: The Nuclear Committee decided on the ATR demonstration reactor plan, with our company as the implementing body.Sources

The Nuclear Energy Commission decided to implement the new ATR (Advanced Test Reactor) demonstration reactor plan with our company as the main operatorSources

Takehara Thermal Power Plant (Unit 3) Commencement of OperationSources

December 1984: The Oda Town Council resolved to attract a nuclear power plant.Sources

Omachi Town Council resolved to attract a nuclear power plantSources

June 1985: Our company consolidated the ATR plan and requested cooperation from local stakeholders, including the fishing cooperative.Sources

Our company consolidated the ATR plan and requested cooperation from local stakeholders, including the fishing cooperativeSources

Ishikawa Coal‑Based Thermal Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

Shakugo Power Plant (Pumped‑Storage) Commencement of OperationSources

India's Pulriya Pumped Storage Power Project.Sources

Matsura Thermal Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

Basic Agreement on China Desulfurization Technology Demonstration Test SignedSources

Honshi Interconnection Line Commencement of OperationSources

August 1995: The Nuclear Committee decided to cancel the ATR demonstration plan and to construct a full MOX-ABWR as an alternative.Sources

The Nuclear Energy Commission decided to cancel the ATR demonstration reactor plan and to construct a full MOX-ABWR as an alternativeSources

Oku-Shimizu II Power Plant (Pumped‑Storage) Commencement of OperationSources

September 1998: Submitted the environmental impact assessment to the Ministry of International Trade and Industry.Sources

Submitted the environmental impact assessment to the Ministry of International Trade and IndustrySources

December 1998: Held the first public hearing (hosted by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry).Sources

Held the first public hearing (hosted by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry)Sources

August 1999: The 141st Electric Power Development Coordination Council approved inclusion of the basic plan.Sources

Approved inclusion of the basic power development plan at the 141st Power Development Coordination CouncilSources

September 1999: Applied for reactor site approval (withdrawn in March 2004 due to a revised plant layout plan).Sources

Application for reactor site approval (withdrawn in March 2004 due to revision of the power plant layout plan)Sources

February 2000: Commenced preparatory works.Sources

Expansion of Honshi Interconnection LineSources

Commencement of preparatory workSources

Thailand's Loyet & Sawdust Power Plant interests acquired.Sources

Kii Waterway DC Interconnection Equipment Commencement of OperationSources

Tachibana Bay Thermal Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

Tomamae Wind Farm begins operation: One of the largest domestic wind farms.Sources

Pilot test operation of multi‑purpose coal gas manufacturing technology begins.Sources

Repeal of the Electricity Supply Development Promotion ActSources

Sri Lanka's Upper Kotmale Hydroelectric Power Project.Sources

March 2004: Application for reactor installation approval.Sources

Application for Nuclear Reactor Installation PermitSources

Tokyo Stock Exchange First Section: Full privatization through listing.Sources

Philippines' CBK Hydroelectric Project participation.Sources

June 2005: Consulted with the Nuclear Safety Committee and the Nuclear Committee by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry.Sources

Consultation from the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry to the Nuclear Safety Commission and the Nuclear CommissionSources

October 2005: Held the second public hearing (hosted by the Nuclear Safety Committee).Sources

Second public hearing (hosted by the Nuclear Safety Commission)Sources

USA's Tenaska Frontier Power Plant interests acquired.Sources

Gunma Hachiyama Plateau Wind Farm Commencement of OperationSources

Thailand's Kaenkoei 2 Gas Thermal Power Plant begins operation.Sources

April 2008: The Nuclear Safety Committee and the Nuclear Committee submitted a recommendation to the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry. Reactor site approval.Sources

Report from the Nuclear Safety Commission and the Nuclear Commission to the Minister of Economy, Trade and IndustrySources

Nuclear Reactor Installation PermitSources

May 2008: Commencement of construction.Sources

Oma Nuclear Power Plant Construction BeginsSources

Construction BeginsSources

Ishigo Thermal Power Plant Unit 2 Commencement of OperationSources

USA's Orange & Grove Power Plant begins operation.Sources

March 2011: Construction work halted due to the Great East Japan Earthquake.Sources

Miyazaki Wood Pellet Co., Ltd. wood pellet manufacturing plant completed.Sources

Construction work halted due to the Great East Japan EarthquakeSources

China Gahou Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

October 2012: Resumption of main construction work.Sources

Resumption of Main Construction WorkSources

Thailand's Nonthaburi Gas Thermal Power Plant begins operation.Sources

Tanazawa Unit 1 Commencement of OperationSources

December 2014: Application for reactor installation modification approval.Sources

Application for Nuclear Reactor Installation Modification PermitSources

Thailand's Uthai Gas Thermal Power Plant begins operation.Sources

Start of operation of Koyanagi Power Plant (small and medium hydroelectric)Sources

Yurihonjo Coast Wind Farm Commencement of OperationSources

Start of operation of Yamakawazawa Geothermal Power Plant: a large-scale geothermal plant exceeding 10,000 kW output, the first in Japan in 23 yearsSources

Takehara Thermal Power Plant Unit 1 Commencement of OperationSources

Kashima Thermal Power Plant Unit 2 Commencement of OperationSources

September 2020: Approval of reactor facility safety regulations.Sources

Approval of Nuclear Facility Safety RegulationsSources

Formulation of J-POWER “BLUE MISSION 2050”: a business plan outlining efforts toward carbon neutrality and a hydrogen societySources

Participation in renewable energy projects in Australia: acquisition of a stake in Genex Power Limited and promotion of diverse renewable energy businesses such as solar, onshore wind, and pumped storageSources

Start of operation of Triton No. 1 Offshore Wind Farm in the UK: one of the world’s largest offshore wind farmsSources

Start of operation of Jackson Thermal Power Plant in the United StatesSources

Start of operation of Batan Power Plant in IndonesiaSources

Esashi Wind Farm Commencement of OperationSources

Start of operation of Lake Mineit Hydroelectric Power Plant in the PhilippinesSources

Start of operation of Anbi Geothermal Power Plant: a joint venture with Mitsubishi Materials and Mitsubishi Gas ChemicalSources

Start of operation of Ishikari Yanozawa Wind FarmSources

Start of operation of Ueno Country Second Wind FarmSources

Himeji City Oshi Solar Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

Kitakyushu Hibiki Nami Solar Power Plant Commencement of OperationSources

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News

43 ARTICLES

Personal Injury Incident at Oomahara Nuclear Construction SiteSources

At the Oomahara Nuclear Construction Site, on November 10, 2026, around 8:15 a.m., a worker was walking near a backhoe and tripped, injuring the heel of his left foot. The diagnosis revealed a fracture of the left heel bone, requiring approximately three months of hospitalization and six months of treatment.

Injury Incident at Oda Nuclear Construction SiteSources

A 62-year-old male worker at the Oda Nuclear Construction Site was injured while walking near a backhoe when he tripped over vegetation, spraining his left heel. Diagnosis revealed a fracture of the left heel bone, requiring approximately three months of hospitalization and six months of treatment. Investigation into the cause is underway, and efforts are being made to ensure work safety and prevent occupational accidents.

Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. Sponsors GREEN×EXPO 2027Sources

Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (J Power) announced that it will sponsor the International Horticultural Expo (GREEN×EXPO 2027) held in Yokohama City from March 19 to September 26, 2027. The expo, themed "Creating a Happy Tomorrow's Landscape," aims to promote environmental awareness and behavioral change through Nature-based Solutions. In line with the BLUE MISSION 2050, which seeks to achieve carbon neutrality and a hydrogen society, J Power continues its efforts toward a sustainable future.

Notice of Intermittent Access Due to Web Server MaintenanceSources

The J-POWER website will undergo maintenance from 9:00 p.m. on November 10, 2026, until 5:00 a.m. on November 11. During the maintenance, access will be interrupted for approximately five minutes, and the website may temporarily be unavailable. After maintenance is complete, the website will be available as usual.

Accident Involving Personnel at Ooma Nuclear Construction Site (Follow-up)Sources

On September 29, 2026, at approximately 14:05, a personnel accident occurred during inspection of a large vehicle at the Ooma Nuclear Construction Site's operating training and public relations center premises. Investigation revealed that the cause was the left hand lowering the vehicle's wheel stop during disembarkation from the driver's seat. As a recurrence prevention measure, the policy was set to refrain from handling objects during vehicle lift and to enforce a three-point support with both hands and feet. The victim returned to work after 11 days of hospitalization.

Notice of Board Resolution Regarding the Interim DividendSources

At a meeting of the Board of Directors of Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (J-POWER) held on October 30, 2026, a resolution was passed regarding the interim dividend for the 75th fiscal year. The dividend is ¥50 per share, and payments will begin on November 30, 2026. Dividend-related documents are scheduled to be mailed to the address on file on November 27.

Summary of Financial Results for the Second Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2027Sources

Summary of Financial Results for the Second Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2027

New “Mr. Ikeda from TA” Commercial Featuring Elaiza Ikeda ReleasedSources

J-POWER (Electric Power Development Co., Ltd.) will release two commercials from the new “Mr. Ikeda from TA” series, “Dam” and “Sightseeing Boat,” featuring Elaiza Ikeda and Soma Yamaji, online ahead of their TV debut. In the commercials, the pair visit Okutadami Dam on a university field trip and deepen their understanding of J-POWER’s business. The TV commercials will begin airing on November 1, accompanied by online-only videos.

C: My Carbon Credit Acquisition App ReleasedSources

Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. and Japan GX Group Co., Ltd. have released the 'C App', which turns environmentally conscious actions encouraged by businesses, municipalities, and stores into quests. Participants earn social credits through learning, purchasing, and attending events, and when they accumulate a certain amount, they can exchange them for J-Credits in partnership with the Japan Carbon Credit Exchange operated by JGX.

Introduction of "Power Plant Skeske AR" at hydroelectric plant toursSources

J Power and Sega X-D have begun full-scale use of the AR content "Power Plant Skeske AR," which allows learning about the internal structure and operation of power generation equipment. Starting in August 2026, it will be used at the Funami Power Plant and Akihaba No. 2 Power Plant tours to enhance visitor understanding and experiential value. Future plans include use at Onmoya Power Plant and Nagano Power Plant.

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Public records

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National Tax Agency basic information6010001050764
Source: National Tax Agency Corporate Number Publication Site, basic three itemsSources
Trade name
電源開発株式会社
Trade name (kana)
デンゲンカイハツ
Name in English
Corporation type
301
Address
〒104-0061 東京都中央区銀座6丁目15番1号
Postal code
1040061
Prefecture code
13
City code
102
Address outside Japan
Prefecture in English
City in English
Address outside Japan in English
Corporate number assignment date
2015-10-05
Update date
2021-12-03
Change date
2021-12-02
Registry closure date
Reason for registry closure
Successor corporate number
Details of the change
令和3年12月1日東京都中央区銀座六丁目15番1号株式会社J-POWERサプライアンドトレーディング(6010001077782)を合併
Latest record
1
Excluded from search
0
Processing type
71
Correction type
0
Trade name image ID
Address image ID
Sequence number
2016291
METI gBizINFO6010001050764
Source: gBizINFO (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry)Sources
Corporate number
6010001050764
Trade name
電源開発株式会社
Trade name (kana)
デンゲンカイハツ
Trade name (alphabet)
Registry closure date
Reason for registry closure
Registered address
東京都中央区銀座6丁目15番1号
Postal code
1040061
Prefecture
東京都
Prefecture code
13
City or district
中央区
City code
102
Street address
銀座6丁目15番1号
Organisation type
301
Processing type
71
Correction type
0
Status
Representative
代表取締役社長 社長執行役員  加 藤 英 彰
Capital
180502000000
Employees
1899
Employees (male)
1741
Employees (female)
158
Business summary
電力事業および電力周辺関連事業
Website URL
http://www.jpower.co.jp
Year founded
Business category
F:電気・ガス・熱供給・水道業
Date established
1952-09-16
Unified government qualification - grade
|A|A|
Unified government qualification - business items
215|217|221|224|229|303|306|309|315
Update date
2021-12-03
Key information
6010001050764
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