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Selection of Contemporary Structures in Kansai

Architecture connects us to place and time as shown in these buildings in the Kansai region. These buildings were created to reflect the mood of the region, make an aesthetic statement, and push the boundaries of technology. Let's take a look at architectural developments focusing on major buildings built in recent years.
Nara Centennial Hall Nara Centennial Hall
(NARA Prefecture)
Built with new technology in a pantadome construction method.
Springs Hiyoshi Springs Hiyoshi
(KYOTO Prefecture)
Landscape built in harmony with the dam

Wakayama Big Whale Wakayama Big Whale
(WAKAYAMA Prefecture)
Representing local culture with whale and tree motif
The Wakasa wan Energy Research Center The Wakasa wan Energy Research Center
(FUKUI Prefecture)
The future and clarity of research expressed through architecture

SPring-8 (Harima Science Garden City) SPring-8 (Harima Science Garden City)
(HYOGO Prefecture)
Large-scale radiation facility, a technopolis center
Kyoto Station Building Kyoto Station Building
(KYOTO)
Incorporating a plaza atmosphere conducive to leisurely strolls

Umeda Sky Building Umeda Sky Building
(OSAKA)
Twin towers connected by a mid-air garden
Osaka Prefectural Children's Museum Big Bang Osaka Prefectural Children's Museum Big Bang
(OSAKA Prefecture)
A form that communicates the energy of dreams

Mie Center for the Arts Mie Center for the Arts
(MIE Prefecture)
Layout based on dual concept
Tokushima Bunka-no-Mori Park Tokushima Bunka-no-Mori Park
(TOKUSHIMA Prefecture)
Group of cultural facilities keeps clear view of the mountains

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
The Otsuka Museum of Art The Otsuka Museum of Art
(TOKUSHIMA Prefecture)
1,000 ceramic tile masterpieces on display underground

Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel
(KOBE)
Its silhouette broadens the appeal of the bay scenery
Yokkaichi Dome Yokkaichi Dome
(MIE Prefecture)
Form and structure creating a sense of openness



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