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Some of the top names in the Japanese architecture joined a project to redesign public restrooms in Tokyo's Shibuya district. If you are fans of Japanese contemporary architecture, then this will allow for a quick sample of the different styles of each of the architects.
The names include Tadao Ando, Shigeru Ban, Fumihiko Maki and Kengo Kuma. Industrial designer Marc Newson also contributed to this project.
The project got additional attention when some of the toilets were featured in the 2023 film "Perfect Days" directed by Wim Wenders.
Besides seeing the toilets, the tour will go through some interesting neighborhoods that you might otherwise not have the chance to visit. This tour will also be ideal as an orientation to the city's public transport system as we will be doing a few short rides on the train and subway.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Outside the No. 3 Exit of the Yoyogi Koen Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Station C02). You will see there is a park with one of the transparent toilet that is part of this project.
JR Ebisu Station, on the JR Yamanote Line and Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line.
Itinerary
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1
See the toilets designed by Shigeru Ban (Transparent cubicle) and Toyo Ito, near a small Shinto Shrine. It's where the main character of the movie always had his lunch break.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
See the toilet designed by Tadao Ando in a location midway between Shibuya and Harajuku, an area that has seen major redevelopment in the last five years.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Not directly related to the project, but we will be going across the iconic intersection on our way to the next location.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Toilet designed by Kengo Kuma in a quiet residential area about a kilometer away from the main station.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Toilets by Fumihiko Maki, Kashiwa Sato and Nao Tamura in the Ebisu neighborhood, one station south of Shibuya.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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