Akita City Central Library Meitokukan, Municipal library in Senshū Park, Japan
The Akita City Central Library Meitokukan is a municipal library in Senshū Park with multiple levels offering reading rooms, study areas, and broad collections of books and digital materials. The spaces are organized to support both individual study and group work.
The library opened on October 3, 1983, under architect Yoshio Taniguchi's direction. He combined contemporary design with elements of traditional Japanese architecture.
The building gained recognition as one of Japan's 100 Best Public Buildings for its design that draws on local construction traditions. Visitors can see these regional influences in the choice of materials and how the structure sits within the park's environment.
The collections are available for both individual study and group work, with separate areas for different activities. Plan to visit during the day to appreciate how natural light plays across the building's exterior.
The building's surfaces shift in appearance throughout the day as natural light hits the selected materials. This continuous visual transformation gives each visit a different quality of experience.
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