Modernist building by Togo Murano to be demolished
Demolition of a 55-year old office building designed by modernist architect Togo Murano will start in June. The demolition process is expected to take 12 months, with a new building to be completed by 2025.
Modernist city hall priced too cheaply, critics say
The former Yokohama City Hall, designed by famed architect Togo Murano and built in 1959, is still awaiting a final decision regarding its fate with some arguing that it has been priced too low.
Togo Murano-designed building in Kyushu to be restored
The Fukuoka-Hibiki Shinkin Bank in Kitakyushu City has narrowly avoided demolition and will be restored by the Bank owner.
Yokohama's modernist City Hall to be converted into hotel
A leading example of modernist architecture in downtown Yokohama will be preserved and incorporated into a large-scale office and hotel project.
Kitakyushu modernist buildings at risk of demolition
Two buildings designed by modernist architect Togo Murano are at risk of demolition as the rising maintenance costs are proving too much for the city's finances. The Yahata City Meeting Hall (1958) and Yahata Library (1955) are located in Yahatahigashi-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka.Read more