The design aims for simplicity and ease of use, evoking the image of a quiet old house at the corner of a busy street in Harajuku.

The inspiration for this project came from the single-story buildings of Washington Heights, constructed by American troops in 1946 in the same area. The architect, who grew up in Harajuku, wanted to preserve the atmosphere of these nearly vanished homes, which he believes significantly influenced his childhood and played a role in shaping the modern character of Harajuku.

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Name: The House Jingumae Public Toilet / 恵比寿駅西口公衆トイレ
City: Токио
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Architect: Nigo
Year: 2020

The Tokyo Toilet Project: A remarkable example of how world-renowned architects and creative professionals came together to redesign public restrooms in the Shibuya district of Tokyo.

Since 2020, 17 unique structures have been introduced in Shibuya, each with its own concept, contributing to a shared goal—not only to revamp the appearance of public toilets but also to change people’s perception of them. Even in Japan, where public restrooms are known for higher hygiene standards compared to many other countries, they were still often considered uncomfortable and unappealing spaces.