Maki’s gym as a taut steel origami—sports infrastructure with real architectural manners.
Sports arena.
Visitor Guide
Even if you’re not training, you can sometimes access public facilities—check event schedules so you don’t arrive on a closed accreditation day.
From the plaza by Sendagaya Station, late afternoon for the sweeping roof silhouette; interior shots look best mid-day.
Public use is possible when facilities aren’t booked; some areas require paid entry (locals report ~¥600 for a time-limited visit).
The roofline is the building’s thesis: long-span structure presented as a single continuous gesture without cartoonish expression.
45–90 min
Design & Structure
Designed with long-span structural studies and precise sectional control; digital coordination for roof geometry and event-program adaptability.
Steel long-span roof + concrete seating elements; materiality is about spanning and durability.
Engineering highlight is a large, complex roof span with controlled deflection and seismic performance in a dense urban site.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium?+
Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium was designed by Fumihiko Maki and completed in 1956. It is located in Sendagaya, Japan.
Where is Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium located?+
Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium is located in Sendagaya, Japan. Its coordinates are 35.6797°, 139.7125°.
When was Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium built?+
Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium was completed in 1956. It was designed by Fumihiko Maki.
Can I visit Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium?+
Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium is a real building in Sendagaya that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.