〜 日本の工法 〜

Feature | 2026.1.24


明月門
夏至光遥拝100メートルギャラリー
©小田原文化財団

Japanese Craftsmanship
Techniques and materials gathered from across Japan.

Enoura Observatory appears to express traditional ways of engaging with nature and materials by combining them with modern methods. With various structures dotted across the site, it is characterized by perceiving the entire landscape as one. It seems to serve as a place to contemplate the relationship between the environment and architecture.
Japanese architecture has historically developed in close relation to terrain and climate, centered on natural materials. At Enoura Observatory, some facilities appear to utilize the slope toward the sea, making light and views integral elements of their spatial composition.
The “Summer Solstice Light-Worship 100-Meter Gallery” symbolizes the concept with an axis opening toward the sea, combining Oya stone and glass. It appears to employ a design that integrates natural light and the seascape, linking the view with both natural and artificial materials.

The awareness of materials appears even more clearly in the stone stage and gardens. With local stones and massive blocks intended for Edo Castle in use, the stones serve as elements of geology and history. Landscaping seems to be not just for scenery, but a clue for reading history.
The “Uchoten Tea House” is designed after the national treasure “Tai-an,” featuring an optical glass entrance stone. Within the tiny space, light from small windows creates shadows that seem to bring a sense of depth to the room.
The presence of gates is also significant.“Meigetsu Gate”, a relocated Muromachi-period gate, stands at the entrance. It felt as though this historic gate plays the role of shifting one’s consciousness upon entering the grounds.
At Enoura Observatory, various methods—such as relocating historic buildings, using local stones, and designing with light—are deployed across the site. These elements seem to provide visitors with intellectual inspiration.

光学硝子舞台
茶室「雨聴天」 ©小田原文化財団

小田原文化財団 江之浦測候所


江之浦測候所構想・小田原文化財団設立者 杉本博司 展覧会


『杉本博司 絶滅写真』

本展では、杉本の初期から現在に至る銀塩写真65点が展観されます。




杉本博司 《相模湾、江之浦》 2025年
ゼラチン・シルバー・プリント 119.4×149.2cm
© Hiroshi Sugimoto / Courtesy of Gallery Koyanagi


https://art.nikkei.com/sugimoto/


◎主催/東京国立近代美術館、日本経済新聞社

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