Ota City Industrial Plaza, Industrial development center in Ota, Japan
Ota City Industrial Plaza is a business center with six floors above ground and one basement level, offering conference rooms and exhibition spaces for industrial enterprises. The facility houses multiple business support organizations and technical research centers that assist local companies with their development and operations.
The facility opened in 1996 as an expansion of the former industrial center and replaced a previous marketplace on the site. This transformation marked a shift in how the neighborhood evolved from traditional trade to modern business space.
The building's design incorporates visual references to manufacturing and factory tools, making the city's industrial heritage visible in its structure. This architectural approach reflects Ota's identity and how it maintains its connection to craft and production within the urban landscape.
The building sits centrally with good access and houses offices, conference rooms, and exhibition spaces that visitors can navigate easily. Multiple entrances and rooms are laid out for various events and business meetings.
The nickname 'PiO' comes from the initials of Plaza, Industry, and Ota, capturing the building's role in one simple name. This abbreviation shows how the space brings together three elements: a physical venue, economic activity, and the local community.
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