Otaru National Government Building

Otaru-shi, Hokkaido

Creating new appeal for a harbor district

This plan aims to centralize government building functions that are scattered over the port area, and to rebuild dilapidated existing buildings. Otaru is advancing as a port city, and has been transforming into a bustling tourist city in recent years. The building has a pioneering role as a new center for the city’s port development project.

Client: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Hokkaido Regional Development Bureau

Location: Otaru-shi, Hokkaido

Notes: Planning and design supervision: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Hokkaido Regional Development Bureau, Building and Repairs Department Basic design and design for execution: Yasui Architects and Engineers, Inc. Supervision: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Hokkaido Regional Development Bureau, Building and Repairs Department, Hokuden Sogo Sekkei Corporation