Sasazuka Greenway Toilet

Toilets are a symbol of Japan's world-renowned hospitality culture. Public toilets have been redesigned in 17 locations throughout Shibuya (Tokyo, Japan) with the help of 16 creators invited from around the world. 

Toilet of the town lights
A large, yellow oval-shaped awning hangs over a series of cylindrical toilets of various heights, with silhouettes of rabbits peeking out from the round windows installed on the exterior walls.

Site-specific circumstances required a lightweight construction, so we decided to use a weather-resistant steel plate panel structure for the facility design.

We also made the large awning hang overhead, creating a sky-like opening to eliminate the dark and closed feeling of the area underneath the Keio Line elevated railway tracks.

 The weather-resistant steel plate panels have been rusted once to retain their strength and texture indefinitely.

We wanted to create a public toilet that has a strong presence, like a stubborn old man who is always watching over the people, while also creating a fun and entertaining atmosphere at the same time.

 The opening to the facility is wide, giving it a massive yet open feel, with a bright and clean interior that is also secure and safe.