20-21st Century Architecture in Japan

Tokyo Skytree

Tallest tower in Japan. 634 meters.

Tokyo Skytree by Nikken Sekkei

Pagoda

Tokyo Skytree's structural design was inspired by what traditional Japanese structure?

Nakagin Capsule Tower by Kisho Kurokawa

Metabolism

Architectural style of Nakagin Capsule Tower.

Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art by Tadao Ando

Tokyo Plaza Ginza

Based on the concept “Vessel of Light”.

Tokyo Plaza Ginza by Nikken Sekkei

Shizuoka Press and Broadcasting Center by Kenzo Tange

Shizuoka Press and Broadcasting Center

Considered to be the first realization of Kenzo Tange’s Metabolist movement, which called for a new urban typology that could self-perpetuate in an organic, “metabolic” way.

Tokyo International Forum by Rafael Vinoly

Louis Vuitton Ginza Flagship Store by Peter Marino

Undulating, pearlescent, facade.

Japan National Stadium by Kengo Kuma

2020 Summer Olympics venue

Shibaura House by Kazuyo Sejima

Tokyo Cathedral by Kenzo Tange

Cruficorm plan

Stainless steel panels

What is the primary exterior cladding material of Tokyo Cathedral (St. Mary's Cathedral) in Tokyo, designed by Kenzo Tange?

Tod’s Omotesando by Toyo Ito

9 tree-like patterns

Tree branches along Omotesando

What do the 9 tree-like structural patterns on the façade of TOD'S Omotesando represent?

Reinforced Concrete

What is the primary structural material used for the distinctive tree-like façade of TOD'S Omotesando by Toyo Ito?

Timber

What material is prominently used in the roof eaves of Japan National Stadium by Kengo Kuma?