Watanabe Memorial Hall, Brutalist music venue in Ube City, Japan.
The Watanabe Memorial Hall features geometric forms and raw concrete surfaces, serving as a prominent architectural structure in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Built in 1937, architect Murano Togo designed this structure to commemorate Watanabe Sukesaku, a successful coal mine operator who developed Ube city.
The hall functions as a central performance space for musical events, hosting concerts and cultural gatherings that connect local and international artists.
Located three minutes from JR Ube Shinkawa Station, the venue provides convenient access and parking facilities for visitors attending performances.
The building combines architectural excellence with superior acoustic engineering, making it recognized as Murano Togo's finest pre-war creation.
Architectural style: brutalist architecture
GPS coordinates: 33.95811,131.24464
Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:30
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