[Kanbara Tsuneishi Cultural Foundation] Architectural culture festival “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” will be held. Period: October 4th (Sat) – November 30th (Sun), 2025
Kambara Tsuneishi Cultural Foundation Press release: November 8, 2024 Architectural culture festival “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” will be held. Period: October 4th (Sat) – November 30th (Sun), 2025 The “Nine Visions Exhibition” approaches the works and thoughts of Japanese architects who have won the Nobel Prize in the architecture world “Pritzker Prize”, etc. (Kenzo Tange, Fumihiko Maki, Tadao Ando, Sejima) Kazuyo, Ryue Nishizawa, Toyo Ito, Shigeru Ban, Arata Isozaki, Riken Yamamoto)
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disseminate architectural culture. Next year’s Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025 will feature the Fukuyama Museum of Art (Civic Gallery), it i SETOUCHI, Shinshoji Zen and Garden Museum in Fukuyama City, and Onomichi City Museum in Onomichi City. Exhibitions and exhibitions related to architecture are planned to be held at over 10 venues including satellite venues such as “Art Museum”, “ONOMHI U2”, and “LOG”. During the period, we will also hold architectural tours, talk events, and film screenings, making it a two-month period where you can experience the fun and depth of architectural culture. “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” Overview Event period: From Saturday, October 4, 2025 to Sunday, November 30, 2025 Venue: Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Onomichi City Satellite venues around the Seto Inland Sea Fukuyama area (Fukuyama Museum of Art | it i SETOUCHI | Shinshoji Zen and Garden Museum, etc.) Onomichi area (Onomichi City Museum of Art | LOG | ONOMICHI U2 and others) Admission fee: 2-day passport (Fukuyama/Onomichi common passport) Price: 2,000 yen (tax included) 3-day passport (Fukuyama/Onomichi common passport) Price: 3,000 yen (tax included) Sponsor: Kanbara Tsuneishi Cultural Foundation Sponsored by: Hiroshima Prefecture / Fukuyama City / Onomichi City / Setouchi Tourism Promotion
Organization / Hiroshima Prefecture Tourism Federation / Hiroshima Chamber of Commerce and Industry / Fukuyama Chamber of Commerce and Industry / Onomichi Chamber of Commerce and Industry / Chugoku Shimbun Press General Director: Yoshikuni Shirai (Tsuneishi Kanbara Cultural Foundation Director/Keio University SFC Special Invited Professor) Chief Curator: Naotake Maeda (Senior Researcher, Kanbara Tsuneishi Cultural Foundation/Specially Appointed Professor, Kyoto University of Arts) Purpose of “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” Since ancient times, many famous buildings have been born in the Setouchi region, which faces the huge inland sea, in response to the climate, landscape, and tradition. The background to this is that the Seto Inland Sea, where Hiroshima Prefecture is located, was the “main artery of culture and logistics” from the days of the Sui and Tang envoys, when Japan was formed as a nation, to the early modern Korean envoys and Kitamaebune ships. There is a reason for this. Through the Seto Inland Sea, Japan has invited people and cultures from overseas, and transmitted them, and has engaged in cultural exchanges through this sea. In addition to ancient architecture, modern architects such as Kenzo Tange, Tadao Ando, Toyo Ito, SANAA, and Shigeru Ban are also creating challenging and experimental masterpieces, as if drawn to the unique magnetic force of the Setouchi region, which has been built by nature and civilization. They are being produced one after another. For this reason, the Setouchi region has become a treasure trove of valuable architecture, from ancient architecture to modern architecture, as a “center of architectural culture.” It can be said that the area surrounding the Seto Inland Sea, which has been a major artery of culture and logistics, has built its foundation with the key of “connection.” “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” is based on the theme of “Connecting – Our “new future” through architecture.” We would like to explore the vision of a “new future” with everyone by creating opportunities to touch, think, and interact with “architecture” from a different perspective, and experience the architectural culture here in Setouchi. “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” General Theme Connecting–Feeling our “new future” through “architecture” Architecture: A New Stance for Tomorrow Natural disasters occurring on a global scale, wars and resulting refugee issues, and environmental destruction– A quarter of a century into the 21st century, we still face various problems and live our daily lives with a sense of anxiety. Furthermore, here in Japan, the birthrate is declining and the population is aging, and due to economic stagnation and chaotic development, the landscape of cities is changing and they are losing their vitality. Under such
circumstances, how should we face problems and solve them?
“Architecture” does not simply refer to buildings and town planning. It is a type of “wisdom” that creates and nurtures culture, enriches our lives, and creates the future. I would like to think about our new future through the architecture festival. Highlights of “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” [Main exhibition plans of the architecture festival] ◎ Nine Visions: Nine architects leaping from Japan to the world Nine Visions: Japanese Architects from Japan to the World This exhibition focuses on Japanese architects who have won the Pritzker Architecture Prize, which is said to be the Nobel Prize of architecture. The number of Japanese architects who have won the Pritzker Architecture Prize is now equal to that of the United States, the largest in the world. Why are Japanese architects recognized around the world, and how did they reach a world-class level? Let’s explore its charm and truth. Name: Nine Visions: Nine architects leaping from Japan to the world Nine Visions: Japanese Architects from Japan to the World Venue: Onomichi City Museum of Art Participating architects: 8 groups (9 architects) who won the Pritzker Architecture Prize Kenzo Tange (awarded in 1987), Fumihiko Maki (awarded in 1993), Tadao Ando (1995 award), Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa (2010 award), Toyo Ito (2013 award), Shigeru Ban (2014 award), Arata Isozaki (2019 award), Riken Yamamoto (2024 award) Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/150510/1/150510-1-ee557c197cad9d4468e6575c3fdb97ba-3900×2623.jpg Onomichi City Museum of Art Photo provided by / Onomichi City Museum of Art
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International Architecture Festival 2025, we will hold an exhibition related to this reconstruction project. Name: Kenzo Tange Residence Reproduction Project Kenzo Tange’s Residence Reconstruction Project Venue: Shinshoji Zen and Garden Museum (Mumyōin)
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/150510/1/150510-1-514b261dbbab196e89d6eb93271761f7-3900×2600.jpg Residence (Kenzo Tange’s residence) Design / Kenzo Tange 1953 (no longer exists) Model / 1:3 2018 W6790 D3440 H2215 Production supervision / Mori Art Museum, Naoto Noguchi Production / Odawara Meikosha Installation view / “Architecture of Japan: What its genes bring” Mori Art Museum (Tokyo) 2018 Photography / Takeshi Kurita Photo provided by Mori Art Museum [Other highlights] 01: “Holding an architectural exhibition at the same time” in collaboration with a local art museum Architectural exhibitions will be held at the same time at public art museums in the two cities that will host the event, the Onomichi City Museum of Art (designed by Tadao Ando) and the Fukuyama Museum of Art (designed by Sato Sogo Sekkei). *”Fukuyama Art Museum” will be held at the citizen gallery.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/150510/1/150510-1-55691a18dafb1c372b0f6e02a523aa7c-2700×1800.jpg iti SETOUCHI Photography / Tatsuya Tabii 03: Planned exhibition at satellite venue (cooperation/linkage with other cities in the Setouchi area) In addition to the main venues in Fukuyama City and Onomichi City, there will also be projects linked to “Orizuru Tower” (Hiroshima City), “Domain Tetta” (Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture), and “A&A Project” (Okayama City). It is scheduled to be implemented. 04: Open architecture During this period, we are planning to specially open to the public some buildings that are normally not open to the public, including ancient buildings designated as cultural properties and modern buildings that are normally closed to the public. 05: Holding symposiums and talk events We will invite famous architects whose works are in the Setouchi area to give lectures. 06: Implementation of learning program We plan to invite local elementary and junior high school students to participate in learning programs such as architectural appreciation and workshops. 07: Publication of official guidebook “Setouchi Architourism 2025” Introducing selected architecture in the Setouchi area, mainly in Hiroshima Prefecture such as Fukuyama and Onomichi. We are planning to publish an official guidebook for this festival specializing in architecture in the Setouchi area, which will also be useful for architectural pilgrimages (architourism). Support message Regarding the holding of “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/150510/1/150510-1-b5b31a538aaac6827002a2b070030ff0-271×413.jpg Hiroshima Prefecture Governor Hidehiko Yuzaki We are very happy that “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” will be held in our prefecture. We would also like to extend a warm welcome to all of you who come to our prefecture. In Hiroshima Prefecture, there are Itsukushima Shrine and the Atomic Bomb Dome, which were registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1996 as buildings of high historical value, and the Atomic Bomb Dome, which became the first post-war building to become a national important cultural property in 2006. It is home to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and the World Peace Memorial Cathedral. In addition, there are many universities in the prefecture that have historic architecture departments, and their graduates are active not only domestically but internationally, demonstrating that the culture of creating and valuing attractive buildings is rooted in the region. It has been said. The Hiroshima International Architecture Festival is held with the mission of creating the city of the future through “architecture,” honing children’s sensibilities, revitalizing the region, and preserving the region’s “famous architecture” for future generations. For those who wish to attend, we will be holding events at over 10 venues in the prefecture. Through the various exhibitions and exhibitions related to architecture that are planned for 2020, you will have the opportunity to further discover the charm of Hiroshima Prefecture by actually touching and feeling the attractive architecture. I’m happy. In closing, I would like to express my deep gratitude to everyone involved in the efforts of organizing this architecture festival, and I would like to conclude by wishing everyone continued health and success. Hiroshima Prefecture Governor Hidehiko Yuzaki
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/150510/1/150510-1-38c164633b8f0430eec47d8457b81633-1643×2700.jpg Fukuyama Mayor Naoki Edahiro We are very happy to announce that “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” will be held. This city is located in the eastern part of Hiroshima Prefecture and has a warm climate facing the Seto Inland Sea is. The population is the second largest in Hiroshima Prefecture, and JR Fukuyama Station is connected to the Shinkansen Nozomi It is also a key transportation hub, with many attractive buildings scattered throughout the city. I’m doing it. After viewing various architectural exhibits at the fair’s venues, such as the Fukuyama Museum of Art, i t i SETOUCHI, and Shinshoji Zen and Garden Museum, you can visit the main hall of Myo-in Temple, a national treasure. and five-storied pagoda, national finger In addition to the Fushimi Yagura of Fukuyama Castle, which is designated as an important cultural property, the main shrine of Kibitsu Shrine, and the Noh stage of Numana Shrine, you can also experience historical buildings such as the Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in Tomonoura. In 2025, there will be the Osaka Kansai Expo, the Setouchi Triennale, and more in Motoichi The World Rose Conference Fukuyama is scheduled to be held, and foreign tourists This is a year in which attention is increasing from the Architectural Festival, including the Setouchi Inland Sea. The charm of Bingo was widely disseminated, and many visitors, including inbound visitors I hope it will be crowded. Last but not least, we would like to thank you for your cooperation in holding this architecture festival I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone involved, and Greetings and I wish you all the best in your health and success I will. Fukuyama Mayor Naoki Edahiro
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/150510/1/150510-1-6a59eedd1fe0c55f4cc3642e7e75df42-1579×2700.jpg Onomichi Mayor Yuhiro Hiratani We would like to express our sincere congratulations on the “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025”. Onomichi, which will be one of the main venues, had a port in the Heian period and is a tourist destination both domestically and internationally. It prospered as one of the largest port towns on the Seto Inland Sea, with many people and goods coming and going as a trade transit point. The temples, including the main hall of Jodoji Temple, Tahoto Pagoda, and the three-storied pagoda of Koshoji Temple, which were built with the backdrop of wealth brought from the sea, still convey the medieval landscape. The area is also dotted with outstanding modern buildings, such as the “Old Ohamasaki Traffic Current Signal Station”, which was designated as an important cultural property last year, as well as the Onomichi City Museum of Art, designed by Tadao Ando, and the 100-year-old building designed by Toyo Ito. The island branch and other modern masterpieces can be seen throughout the city. 2025 is also the year that the Osaka/Kansai Expo and the Setouchi Triennale will be held. We would like to take this opportunity to invite domestic and international visitors to Setouchi to come to Onomichi, tour the historic townscape and the various architecture festival venues that will be held there, and enjoy a trip to experience architecture and experience its charm. I’m happy. In conclusion, we would like to thank all those involved for their efforts in holding this architecture festival I would like to express my deep gratitude to everyone who participated in the event, and prayed for a successful meeting I will. Onomichi Mayor Yuhiro Hiratani *If you would like to publish portraits of the Hiroshima Prefectural Governor, Mayor Fukuyama, and Mayor Onomichi in media, please contact the Hiroshima International Architecture Festival Secretariat (pr@kambara-tsuneishi-foundation.jp). “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” Press Conference Speaker Profile Architect Mr. Toyo Ito Born in 1941. Graduated from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Tokyo in 1965. Major works include “Sendai Mediatheque”, “Tama Art University Library (Hachioji Campus)”, “Minna no Mori Gifu Media Cosmos”, and “Taichung National Opera House” (Taiwan). Recent works include “Mito Civic Hall” and “Ibaraki City Cultural and Childcare Complex Onikuru”. Currently, projects such as the 2025 Japan World Expo Grand Exhibition Center (Osaka) and the National Children’s Museum (Taiwan) are underway. Recipients include the Architectural Institute of Japan Award (Best Work and Grand Prize), the Venice Biennale Golden Lion Award, the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Royal Gold Medal, the Prince Takamatsu Memorial World Cultural Award, the Pritzker Architecture Prize, and the UIA Gold Medal. In 2011, he established a private school, Ito Architectural School. We carry out various activities as a place to think about the future of cities and architecture. In addition, in Omishima, Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, where my own museum is built, I am working with student volunteers and the local community. We are engaged in continuous community development activities together with people.
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(pr@kambara-tsuneishi-foundation.jp). General director Yoshikuni SHIRAI Director of Tsuneishi Kanbara Cultural Foundation | Keio University SFC Special Invited Professor | Editor-in-Chief of Sustainable Japan Magazine by The Japan Times. Joined the publisher Magazine House in 1993. After working for the magazines “POPEYE” and “BRUTUS,” he joined the magazine “Casa BRUTUS” from its launch preparations in 1998. Deputy editor of “Casa BRUTUS” from 2007 to 2016. Mainly in charge of architecture and contemporary art. In 2017, became the representative director of . Involved in tourism business for wealthy people, such as the cruise ship Gunt. Established editorial consulting company in 2020, and is the company’s
representative director. His books include “Chasing the World’s Amazing Architecture” (Fusosha), co-authors “How to rebuild this inn” (CCC Media House), and “Shiroiya Hotel-Giving Anew” (ADP). A member of the Setouchi Design Conference, which considers tourism and cultural promotion in the Setouchi area.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/150510/1/150510-1-ee192e47db4bc4ce0e816048474e067d-3900×3873.jpg Chief Curator Naotake MAEDA Chief Researcher, Tsuneishi Kanbara Cultural Foundation | Kyoto City Kyocera Museum of Art, Planning Promotion Office, Planning Promotion Office | Specially Appointed Professor, Kyoto University of Arts | First-Class Architect, Curator. Completed master’s program at Waseda University Graduate School in 1994. Has been at Mori Art Museum since 2003. He has designed over 50 exhibitions focusing on contemporary art. In addition to planning architectural exhibitions such as the “Metabolism of the Future City Exhibition” (2011) and the “Japan Architecture Exhibition”, he is also involved in planning art museums in Japan and abroad. In 2019, moved to the Kyocera Museum of Art, Kyoto City. Planning the “Modern Architecture of Kyoto” exhibition (2021) and launching the “Kyoto Modern Architecture Festival” (from 2022). Recipients include the 2019 Architectural Institute of Japan Cultural Award, the Japan Spatial Design Award 2021 Gold Award in the Museum and Cultural Space Category (Tomioka Silk Mill West Cocoon Place), and more. He is a member of the Kyoto Modern Architecture Festival Executive Committee and the Agency for Cultural Affairs’ Modern and Contemporary Architecture Museum Planning Subcommittee.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/150510/1/150510-1-047f50f720e699fd28a136fef5b3e993-2196×2700.jpg About the Kanbara Tsuneishi Cultural Foundation The Kanbara Tsuneishi Cultural Foundation, which hosts the Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025, is a foundation established with one of the purposes of disseminating architectural culture. Kanbara Tsuneishi Cultural Foundation General Incorporated Association Address: 1083 Tsuneishi, Numakuma-cho, Fukuyama-shi, Hiroshima Prefecture
Establishment date: January 30, 2024 Purpose: 1. Projects such as exhibitions, lectures, and information dissemination centered on architectural culture 2. Project for regional revitalization and employment promotion centered on architectural culture 3. Projects related to the preservation of local architectural culture,
traditional culture, traditional industries, and townscape List of officers: Representative Director Katsunari Kambara Directors Yasuharu Ishikawa, Michiko Uchida, Akane Ohara, Yoshikuni Shirai, Hideaki Fukutake, Shizusuke Mizoguchi Auditor Hitoshi Adachi Official website: https://kambara-tsuneishi-foundation.jp/ Contact information (general) The contact information for general inquiries, which should be provided when introducing the work in articles, etc., is as follows. “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” Official Homepage https://hiroshima-architecture-exhibition.jp/ Contact information (for press) “Hiroshima International Architecture Festival 2025” Executive Committee Secretariat (within the Kanbara Tsuneishi Cultural Foundation) pr@kambara-tsuneishi-foundation.jp (in charge: Minako Morita) Please use this drive for related images. https://x.gd/0uPVk *When posting images, please include the credit listed in this press release. *When publishing in the media, please contact the above email address to confirm the facts. *When publishing in the media, we would appreciate it if you could let us know about the publication status.