A vertical stack of traditional Japan, offering a rare bird's-eye view of Tokyo's historic soul.
Museum in Aomori, Aomori, Japan.
Featured in Tadao Ando's definitive monograph, Tadao Ando: Complete Works 1975–Today.
Visitor Guide
The 8th-floor observation deck is free and offers the best view of the Kaminarimon gate and Senso-ji Temple.
The 8th-floor deck at sunset, looking across the Sumida River toward the Tokyo Skytree and Asahi Beer building.
Open 9am–8pm daily. Public spaces, including the observation deck and rest areas, are free to enter.
The voids between the slanted roofs are used to hide HVAC systems, which Kuma calls a challenge to the 'flat floor' requirement of modern buildings.
1 hour
Design & Structure
Kuma stacked modern versions of Edo-period nagaya houses at different angles, creating 'unbalanced voids' for equipment storage.
Vertical cedar louvers, double-glazed curtain walls, and oak floorboards to evoke a sense of 'wabi-sabi'.
The steel-based building utilizes the intersection of different planes to create asymmetrical perspectives on every floor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Aomori Contemporary Art Centre?+
Aomori Contemporary Art Centre was designed by Tadao Ando. It is located in Aomori, Japan.
Where is Aomori Contemporary Art Centre located?+
Aomori Contemporary Art Centre is located in Aomori, Japan. Its coordinates are 40.7547°, 140.7715°.
Can I visit Aomori Contemporary Art Centre?+
Aomori Contemporary Art Centre is a real building in Aomori 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.