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Steel and Mesh: Kengo Kuma’s Earthquake-Resistant Cafe in Fukuoka
Nestled within the bustling cityscape of Fukuoka, a new cafe has emerged, a delicate, ethereal presence designed by…
What Does the Future of Travel Look Like? The E10 Shinkansen Reveals It
The East Japan Railway Company (JR East) is poised to usher in a new era of high-speed rail…
Thirteen Pieces of Home: Fumi Aso’s Osaka Residence
Nestled within a rapidly transforming Osaka neighborhood, Fumi Aso‘s “13 Pieces House” presents a compelling response to the…
NEXUS Restaurant in Tokyo: Exploring Brutalism and Gastronomy
In the heart of Tokyo, a new space is challenging the conventional dining experience. NEXUS, the brainchild of…
IGArchitects’ Pyramid Hut: A Modern Home Inspired by Okinawan Tombs
Nestled in a valley-like setting in Okinawa, Japan, surrounded by apartments, a cemetery, and a gently sloping landscape,…
MUJI Labo, Tokyo: SANAA’s Poetic Minimalism
The relentless pursuit of simplicity, functionality, and understated beauty has long been the hallmark of MUJI. This philosophy…
Bjarke Ingels Group & Toyota at CES 2025: Woven City Phase 1 Takes Shape
At CES 2025, Toyota announced the completion of Phase 1 construction for its Toyota Woven City, a futuristic…
Sides Core Designs a Multi-Functional Flower Shop in Nara with a Sculptural Interior
Sides Core has crafted a unique and captivating space for Gigi Verde, a renowned flower shop, in Nara,…
A Splash of Color: G ARCHITECTS STUDIO Transforms a Cozy Café in Kyoto
Crafted by the innovative minds at t G Architects Studio, this bold coffee stand is a testament to…
Biomorphic Fusion: MAD Architects’ Ephemeral Bubble Installation in Japan
Architect Ma Yansong of MAD Architects has unveiled its latest installation, Ephemeral Bubble, at the 2024 Echigo-Tsumari Art…
Unveiling the Legacy: OMA for “Miss Dior: Stories of a Miss” Exhibition at Roppongi Museum
Located within the Roppongi Museum in Tokyo, Miss Dior: Stories of a Miss is an exhibition that delves…
Scandinavian-Japanese Fusion: NOT A HOTEL Setouchi by BIG Architects
BIG Architects has recently shared exciting new details about their NOT A HOTEL project. This unique endeavor aims…
Reviving Hyakushima: The Setouchi Hidden Retreat Resort AMERI by Tetra Works
Japanese architectural firm Tetra Works has finished constructing a two-story rental villa covering approximately 160 square meters on…
Monotrum Renovates 1965 Hotel Made of Corrugated Pipes in Japan
The Corrugated House project, led by monotrum, has successfully transformed a corrugated pipe structure into a unique accommodation…
Emmanuelle Moureaux’s Colorful Washi Tape Installation Transforms Japanese Shopping Street
Artist Emmanuelle Moureaux has contributed to the vibrant DOGO ART 2023 festival by creating a captivating art installation…
Panoramic Vistas and Tranquil Spaces: A Tokyo Home Designed to Perfection
Japanese practice Moriyoshi Naotake Atelier was selected to bring a couple’s dream home to life in Tokyo‘s Meguro…
Neri&Hu Completes New Exhibition Space in Shanghai for Ota Fine Arts
Since its inception in 1994, Ota Fine Arts has always been at the forefront of promoting East Asian…
Heatherwick Studio’s Azabudai Hills: A Green Haven in Tokyo
Heatherwick Studio has recently completed Azabudai Hills, a fresh urban district situated in the bustling center of Tokyo.…
Kurosawa Kawara-Ten’s Stunning Weekend Retreat in Kisaradu, Japan
Japanese studio Kurosawa Kawara-Ten has created a stunning weekend getaway for an elderly couple in Kisaradu Chiba, Japan.…
The Yellow Maze: Inside M-I-D’s Interactive Concept Store in Osaka
M-I-D’s new store in a prominent Osaka department store, designed by Curiosity, showcases a captivating interactive concept space…
IGArchitects: Blurring Boundaries for Flexible Urban Living in Tokyo
This Tokyo residence, crafted by IGArchitects, redefines urban living with its permeable concrete design. Unlike conventional homes, this…