2021.04.10

The many spectacular buildings in Yusuhara town.

Kengo Kuma, the renowned architect, is known for his many uniquely designed architectures across Japan as well as all over the world, from Sydney to Switzerland; there are many architectures and exhibitions designed by Kengo Kuma.And Yusuhara town is home to several of his marvellous works.Yusuhara town's theatre "Yusuhara-za" is said to have influenced Kengo Kuma's interest in wooden architecture.
Ever since he came to Yusuhara town in 1992, he has helped out in the restoration of "Yusuhara-za" as well as designed the many wonderful buildings that populate the town.Many of the buildings use Japanese cedar and are built using traditional Japanese building techniques, giving them a distinct Japanese charm that is echoed in the charming names given to some of the buildings, like the "Kumo no ue no Hotel" (the hotel above the clouds).

For more information please visit the website at the link below:

https://visitkochijapan.com/en/see-and-do/10029
  • The many spectacular buildings in Yusuhara town.

  • The many spectacular buildings in Yusuhara town.

  • The many spectacular buildings in Yusuhara town.