The predecessor of TPR was the Tanaka Gentaro Store founded by Tanaka Gentaro Co., Ltd. in 1908 (Meiji 41). Since the sales of lubricant and lubricant, in the process of increasing the importance of the engine, we have been committed to improving the performance of the piston ring as the heart part, and established our position as a manufacturer. In 1939, "Tanaka Piston Ring Co., Ltd." was established. The pace that has continued now began. In 1943, the company was renamed "Imperial Piston Ring Co., Ltd.". During this period, the company's piston rings were considered indispensable among aircraft engines and were also used as zero-war star-shaped "Rong" engines.

Afterwards, in addition to auto parts such as piston rings and cylinder liners, they are also committed to a variety of businesses such as aluminum, rubber, and resin. In addition, including joint ventures with overseas partners, they have opened strongholds in the world's six poles. 2011 In 2019, in order to clarify the determination to grow as a global enterprise, the company name was changed to "TPR". TPR is based on the keywords "technical strength", "Passion (passion, final)" and "Reliance" in the corporate philosophy, business attitude and action policy, and includes "with excellent technical strength and Passionately challenge the creation of valuable products and respond to customer trust” determination.