1835
Jisaburo Ohmoriya started distribution of seeds to farmers.
Takii was established in 1835, starting as a seed store, dealing seeds of local Kyoto vegetables. Mr. Jisaburo Takii who was known as a hardworking and reliable farmer, started to produce and to distribute quality seed, which was the very beginning of Takii.
Kyoto was an old capital and various kinds of vegetables from other areas were gathered and presented to the Imperial family and for many heads of temples. Thus Kyoto has become one of the cradles of the seed industry in Japan.
In 1920, Takii started to export seed overseas, and after 1926 established its International Division.
After WWII, Takii has been developing quality seed, creating new distribution networks and new ways of promotion, causing it to be recognized as one of the leading companies in the seed industry.
Until this day our strength lies within our experience and authenticity. What we create now is built on a foundation of a remarkably wide range of varieties, techniques and knowledge we have accumulated over the past 183 years.
Through innovation that is driven by care, precision and authenticity we have become the experts we are today.
The Takii story, that traces its roots nearly two centuries ago, is one of tradition, authenticity, professionalism and growth. Beginning in 1835 with a small family-owned seed store in Kyoto, Japan, Takii has continually defined a management style and philosophy that has led to becoming a globally integrated breeding company of optimum quality vegetable and flower varieties.
Jisaburo Ohmoriya started distribution of seeds to farmers.
The company issued its first mail order catalog.
A privately-run firm known as Takii Jisaburo Shoten & Co., Ltd. was formed.
The Takii Plant Breeding and Experimental Station was established.
Introduction of F1 hybrid tomatoes "Fukujyu #1" and "Fukujyu #2", Takii became a leader in tomato breeding in Japan.
Takii introduced the world's first varieties of Brassica F1 hybrids: Chinese Cabbage "No.1" and Cabbage "O-S Cross" ( A.A.S. medal winner in 1951)
Takii introduced the world's first F1 hybrid daikon (Japanese Radish): Daikon "Spring Cross".
Takii introduced a F1 hybrid eggplant: Eggplant "Millionaire".
Japan's first F1 hybrid onion, Onion "O-Y", was introduced.
The F1 hybrid Broccoli "Green Comet" was awarded an A.A.S. Gold Medal. - The Takii Plant Breeding and Experimental Station covering 70 hectares was established in Kohsei, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.
American Takii, Inc. was established.
Modern, state-of-the-art research facilities including a research wing and exhibition hall were completed at Takii's Plant Breeding and Experimental Station in Kohsei, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.
Takii celebrated the 150th anniversary of its founding, the 65th anniversary of its incorporation, and the 80th anniversary of its mail order business.
Takii Europe B.V. was established in the Netherlands.
During the 100th anniversary of its agricultural trial research activities, Takii won the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries award for "the establishment of the F1 breeding method".
Takii Research France was established in the south of France.
A branch was established in Seoul, South Korea.
The Takii Horticultural School celebrated its 50th anniversary.
Takii do Brasil Ltda. (a joint-venture company) was established in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Takii became the first Japanese seed company to acquire the ISO 9002 accreditation for a quality control system.
Takii Research France S.A. purchased land with facilities for seed production in Grisolles, France and changed its name to Takii France S.A.
The newly built Quality Control Center in Kyoto, Japan began conducting various tests to ensure the supply of high-quality seeds. - Takii Korea Co.,Ltd. was established.
Takii acquired a strategic share in Dutch biotech company KeyGene and entered the BioSeed strategic alliance in the Netherlands. Takii began participating in the molecular breeding program using DNA markers conducted at KeyGene, a subsidiary of BioSeed. - Takii received ISTA (International Seed Testing Association) accreditation.
Takii purchased Dutch flower seed company K. SAHIN, Zaden B.V.
Takii purchased Danish flower seed company Global Flowers A/S.
Takii opened new logistic centre at Takii Europe B.V.
Canna Cannova Bronze Scarlet wins the Fleurostar Award.
Takii Spain was established.
Takii acquired breeding company from Turkish Vegetable Seed Company Rito Tohumculuk.
Territory expansion for Takii Europe with Africa, Middle East and Central Asia.
Takii Europe opens new flower breeding station at HortiparQ, the Netherlands.
Takii is a Japanese family name. Our current President & CEO, Mr. Denichi Takii, is the 5th generation who is directing the company.
The circles symbolize infinity, totality, wholeness and original perfection. The red circle stands for the Sun and its masculine power, it is also used in the Japanese flag. The yellow circle stands for Mother Earth and its feminine energy. The blue circle stands for Water and its purity and fertility.
The three circles are connected and are the three natural resources which together are needed to germinate a seed and to bring its potential to life. With these threeΒ primary colors all other colors can be mixed.
The outlines with rounded corners embody that nothing in nature is straight.