Works#Regional revitalization

This project involved the relocation and reconstruction of a museum that had opened in 1948 within Matsumoto Castle Park, due to its aging condition. Our company was responsible for everything from formulating the basic concept for displays space to design, layout, construction. The first floor is an open space accessible to citizens and tourists, and the museum was constructed to actively engage with the urban development of Matsumoto City.

"Marunouchi Street Park (hereinafter MSP)" is a social experiment project that examines the future of Marunouchi Nakadori in Tokyo and how it can be utilized. "MSP 2022 Winter," the seventh event since its start in 2019, expanded its area from Marunouchi Nakadori to Gyokodori in front of Tokyo Station, making it the largest event to date. Our company participated as the overall planning partner and operations manager. The theme this time was "MSP Twinkle Street." Block 1 in front of the Marunouchi Building was themed "Twinkle Party," and a Christmas market design, layout in collaboration with stores in the Otemachi, Marunouchi, and Yurakucho area. A festive winter space filled with heartwarming features such as a merry-go-round bench, a ring toss game with lights, and hot benches surrounding trees was created. Block 2 in front of the Marunouchi 2-chome Building was themed "Twinkle Terrace," and featured popular street piano performance spaces, photo spots with illuminations as a backdrop, and long hot benches, creating a relaxing space where visitors could enjoy the winter illuminations. Furthermore, in the first-ever MSP event on Gyoko-dori in front of Tokyo Station, the "Marunouchi Street Rink," using an environmentally friendly resin ice rink, was installed, allowing visitors of all ages to experience the joy of outdoor skating, and was well-received. (Event period: November 29, 2022 - December 25, 2022)

It is a project of "Marunouchi Street Park", which is being worked on as a demonstration experiment of future area management that transforms "road space" into a comfortable "urban park space" on Marunouchi Nakadori, Tokyo. The summer of 2022 will include a verification of what parks in the city center should be in order to make them permanent.・We verified the ideal way of safety management with a view to the park-like space. Based on the concept of "Marunouchi Street Park for everyone," we have created a city park space where people from all walks of life can feel nature with all five senses, connect with people, the city, and culture, and feel like spending a leisurely time. In addition, we arranged an inclusive table, a library, a refreshing space for light exercise, a street piano, etc. to provide opportunities for communication among visitors, and many people enjoyed them. (Holding period: 2022/8/2-9/11)

This project involves the rebuilding of the new office building for Usufuku Honten, a company that was damaged in the Great East Japan Earthquake. Usufuku Honten is a fishing company with a history of over 130 years, founded in 1882. With the philosophy of "living in harmony with the sea," they operate in deep-sea tuna fishing and tuna longline fishing, playing a role in the reconstruction of Kesennuma and Tohoku. For the exterior concept design, they have reproduced the copper plates used on the exterior walls of the old main building, which were washed away by the tsunami, and created a new copper scale wall. Over time, the copper plates will change in texture and color to resemble those of the old main building. In addition, elements of tuna fishing boats have been extracted and incorporated into the architecture, such as curved windows and railings. Our company's concept design responsibilities included the exterior concept design, the first-floor entrance, the second-floor office, and the president's office and reception room on the third floor.

This is a renovation project of the hotel "TheMana Village" located at the tip of Ashizuri Cape in Kochi Prefecture. Starting in 2020, the former Ashizuri Pacific Hotel will be reborn as a new “TheMana Village”. In the 2022 project, 5 new types of guest rooms and the Italian restaurant "Assurrissimo" in the facility have been expanded. Some of the new guest rooms are twin-type rooms with a large space of 96 square meters, equipped with a private sauna, water bath, open-air bath, and a special room with a fireplace in the room. Aiming to be one of the best resort hotels in Asia, this renovation project aims to provide a special accommodation experience. , is an ongoing project leading to the next renovation.

This project, undertaken by ARTH Group Co., Ltd. (Tosashimizu Resort LLC), which handles accommodation businesses and regional revitalization nationwide, aims to revitalize the entire city of Tosashimizu by transforming the long-established Ashizuri Pacific Hotel Hanatsubaki, a renowned inn at Cape Ashizuri in Kochi Prefecture, into "The Mana Village," one of Asia's leading resort facilities. The facility is located in the naturally rich area of Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park. Although it boasts a spectacular view, the hotel's interiors remained old, as if time had stopped in the Showa era. Initially, the plan was to install a small cafe area, but through repeated discussions, ARTH's vision expanded to include not only the hotel but also the entire Kochi prefecture and Tosashimizu city. It was reborn as a complex facility including an Italian restaurant, offering a luxurious space where guests can experience the nature of Ashizuri. Our company participated from the planning and concept design stage to enhance the facility's appeal, and was in charge of producing the facade, lobby common areas, guest rooms, and restaurant spaces, which are the face of the hotel. (design supervision for guest rooms and Italian restaurant) Starting with "LOQUAT Nishi-Izu" (renovation of an old house into an auberge) which we handled in 2021, we have been working as ARTH's creative partner, producing spaces that contribute to the creation and revitalization of attractive towns.

Obi in Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture, is a castle town designated as an important traditional building preservation district, boasting a scenic beauty dating back to the feudal era. It is undergoing revitalization through private sector initiatives, such as the construction of a hotel converted from a former samurai residence. This project focuses on renovating the renowned Komura Jutaro Memorial Museum and the Obi Castle Historical Museum with a "50% displays + 50% exploration" concept, aiming to enhance visitors' intellectual curiosity and satisfaction, and encourage exploration of Obi. The Obi Castle Historical Museum renovation shifts from passive, document-focused displays to an experiential approach emphasizing hands-on learning and narrative. Information unique to the area, such as Obi Castle, the Obi domain, and the Ito family, is displays in a more accessible way, and related nearby attractions are easily found. The collection of valuable swordsmith Inoue Shinkai is beautifully showcased through carefully designed lighting and displays. Furthermore, "information lines" and bulletin boards are implemented to enhance the timeliness of information updates. Furthermore, this project is based on the concept of "A town-wide museum created by everyone," and displays are created together with citizens throughout the year. This facility also incorporates the results of children's workshops into displays, connecting them to people exploring the town.

The "Community-Based Museum" project will create a community-participatory displays to convey the charm of Obi. Obi in Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture, is a castle town that has been preserved as an important traditional building preservation district with a scenic beauty dating back to the feudal era. It is being revitalized through private sector initiatives, such as the opening of a hotel converted from a former samurai residence. This project involves renovating the memorial hall for Komura Jutaro, a well-known figure in the area, and is based on the concept of "50% displays + 50% sightseeing," with the main aim of improving visitors' intellectual curiosity and satisfaction with their stay, and encouraging them to explore the town. The hall has two displays rooms. The "Welcome to Obi" displays is a showroom displays designed to promote sightseeing in the town, introducing the history, culture, and charm of the samurai residences that breathe life into the castle town through experiential methods. The "Komura Jutaro History Collection" is a "large picture book story space" and "community-participatory video" that traces the life of Jutaro, making it a dramatic and enjoyable displays even for those who are learning about Komura Jutaro for the first time. Furthermore, this project, under the banner of "A town-wide museum created by everyone," involved citizens in creating displays throughout the year. This included displays treasures discovered in workshops with children, and over 100 citizens participating in the production of a video about Komura Jutaro, acting, makeup, and costumes. Based on these efforts, the aim was for the memorial hall to instill pride in the citizens, serve as a testament to their involvement, and be cherished by locals and visitors for many years to come.

This is a project of a hot spring inn newly opened in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture. On the west side of the facility, you can see Hinomisaki Lighthouse, which is the tallest stone lighthouse in Japan. ", a book lounge, a restaurant, a large public bath with an open-air bath, and a total of 39 guest rooms.

"A dining space embodying the generous nature of the Setouchi region" The Setouchi region is blessed with beautiful scenery woven from many islands, a mild climate, and abundant nature. Mori no Machi Plaza, the commercial and healthcare facility building of the multi-purpose complex Mori no Machi Grace, houses a unique large food hall (approximately 2800 m²) that brings together the charms of Okayama and the Setouchi region. In this food hall, we have planned a comfortable and expansive dining space, drawing inspiration from the generous nature of the region. In the approximately 70-meter-high atrium, ceiling louvers have been planned to evoke the gentle and majestic waves of the Setouchi region. The gently extending wave concept design connects the entire store and envelops the entire seating area in a welcoming atmosphere. In the center, a "hill" has been created that connects the first and second floors like a geographical feature, creating a new community space. As a gathering place that can be used for various purposes, it will be a place where people can find their favorite spot to spend time, whether it's having a light meal, reading, or relaxing. Furthermore, the chairs and sofas are made from denim, a representative industry of Okayama, allowing guests to experience the unique charm of this region. We hope that this food hall will harmonize with the rich environment of the entire "Mori no Machi Grace" complex, and that it will be a beloved dining space where people can enjoy the charm of the Setouchi region, connect through food, and cultivate hope for the future.

WEAZER, developed by ARTH Co., Ltd., is an off-grid residential module that generates electricity using solar power and produces water by filtering and sterilizing rainwater, making it installable even in locations without electricity, gas, or water infrastructure. In addition, it is characterized by its ability to be installed in a short construction period of just a few days, as it is manufactured in a factory and transported. By incorporating this latest technology, it realizes a world where people can stay anywhere in the world without harming nature, simply by "placing" it, and the first model has now opened in West Izu as a single-unit rental accommodation. Our company was in charge of design supervision and FF&E design and production for this facility.

This project is organized by the "Art Project Executive Committee," established by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of Port and Harbor to further enhance the appeal of the waterfront sub-center area and establish art as a part of the city. Our company was in charge of planning and managing the "ARTBAY TOKYO Art Festival 2022," which was held in 2022. The purpose of this project was to promote the appeal of the waterfront sub-center and art to many people through the first art festival held in the waterfront sub-center, and to increase awareness of "ARTBAY TOKYO." Therefore, this project required handling a wide range of tasks, from displays artworks and managing operations to creating and managing a dedicated festival website, public relations, and creating AR content.

This project involves renovating an old farmhouse in the Kodohi district of Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, into a rental accommodation facility. This district was once a quiet area where a local magistrate resided, and the plan is to provide a stay that incorporates the surrounding environment, allowing guests to experience a slower pace of life that transcends time. The main house will be equipped with a kitchen and will offer services such as dinner by a visiting chef and alcohol service from a mobile bar. For interiors, local materials will be used, such as earthen walls made from local soil and a dining table made from locally sourced cherry wood, attempting to create a space using local materials, just as in the Edo period. [Social Issues/Client Issues/Requests] In order to make the most of the old farmhouse as a rental facility, the client requested an attractive spatial concept design that takes into account the characteristics of the site. [Solutions] While utilizing the charm of the existing building, the design incorporates a spatial configuration that maximizes the surrounding views and finishes that utilize local soil and other materials. <Our Project Members> [Sales & Project Management] Shinya Hiratsuka, Nobuyuki Yagi [Overall Supervision] Norio Koito [Planning] Saki Ninomiya [design, layout] Hirofumi Inoue ~Related Links~ [Press Releases] ・ NOMURA Co.,Ltd. 's Social Good Activities: The Case of LOQUAT Villa SUGURO Creating an Auberge Space that Reflects the Charm of the Region ・Projects for NOMURA Co.,Ltd. handled spatial concept design receive numerous awards, including a Silver Award, at the "Japan Spatial concept design Awards 2022" [Related Achievements] ・LOQUAT Nishi-Izu

Located near Shijo Omiya in Kyoto, this project renovated an entire alley lined with townhouses built over 110 years ago into an inn. Passing through the reception building, you will find 23 guest rooms, a warehouse, and a restaurant building lined up along the stone-paved alley, creating a gorgeous view reminiscent of the entertainment district of the Edo period. There are five types of guest rooms, all themed on the natural beauty of Kyoto, allowing you to experience the charm of the region in both tangible and intangible culture. The restaurant building in the center of the alley houses a Japanese beef restaurant, making it a unique space that promotes Japanese culture, including food, to the world. The site is approximately 1,400 m2 and includes 26 wooden buildings, making this the largest renovation project in Kyoto's history, attracting attention from Kyoto City.

This project involved the revitalization of a samurai residence, over 140 years old, located in the castle town of Obi Castle in Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture, into a tourist hub and hot spring inn. Each of the five guest rooms is concept design with a theme reflecting the local area, incorporating the town's color "purple," "cedar" which supports the industry, "tea trees" which are used in hedges as part of the local culture, "bitter orange" which is the city's citrus fruit, and "moss," which is important to the town's landscape. This project utilized subsidies from the "Shopping Street Revitalization and Tourism Consumption Creation Project," and our company participated extensively in the project, from hardware to software, including creating cards and maps to encourage exploration of the area in collaboration with local shops, developing cooking experiences, and installing lanterns as streetlights starting from the inn. The inn has been successfully revitalized and is poised to become a central element in future town development.