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Biwako Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Shiga Biwako Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Shiga
SHIGA Prefecture

First 4-layout stage hall in Western Japan for operatic performances
A world-class facility comprised of an advanced concert space, medium-sized, and small music hall featuring a movable stage with four layouts and large-scale, built-in stage equipment with a running sound reflecting board. Connected to "Nagisa Park" by an indoor stairway.
Photo:Hall exterior designed to integrate with the lakeside environment.


1Large hall for major operatic, musical, or ballet performances
1Large hall for major operatic, musical, or ballet performances

2Expansive view of Lake Biwa from foyer and main lobby
2Expansive view of Lake Biwa from foyer and main lobby
Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture/Tel: 077-523-7133
Design Architecture Authorization Div., Dept. of Pubric Works, Shiga Pref. Govt. and Sato General Planning Co., Ltd.
Construction Obayashi Corp. and Sasakawagumi Corp. joint venture
Floor area 13,960 sq. m
Floors 2 below ground, 4 above ground
Completed 1998
URL:http://www.biwako-hall.or.jp/


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