Toyo Ito Museum of Architecture

What it is

• An architectural museum in Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture.
• Dedicated to the works of architect Toyo Ito.
• Opened on July 30, 2011.
• Construction funded by donations.

What to see

• Two buildings: Steel Hat and Silver Hut.
• Steel Hat exhibits Toyo Ito's architectural works.
• Silver Hut recreates Toyo Ito's former residence.
• The buildings themselves are exhibits.
• Silver Hut includes a workshop space.

Getting there

• 3-minute walk from Tokoro Museum bus stop.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.