Project

Project Introduction

Uji Obaku Gakuen

Uji Obaku Gakuen (Uji Municipal Uji Elementary School / Uji Municipal Obaku Junior High School)

The "connection" between elementary and junior high schools

We proposed a common space suitable for a "9-year learning space" and "living space" and "learning space" appropriate for each stage of development of the students.

Collaboration between the community and the school

To capitalize on the traditions of Uji Elementary School, with a 140-year history, we have been holding workshops from the initial planning stage.

Coexistence with history and the surrounding environment

Set in a scenic area with the lush Huangpo Shan Manfu Temple, said to be the founder of Hokuen Zenji, the school building is designed to minimize its height and follow a gentle arc along the grounds, taking advantage of the existing forest vegetation and mountain landscape.