Yusuhara Kumo no Ue Community Library

dynamic building. Exciting to see.

This is an exciting and dynamic example of Kengo Kuma’s work in Yusuhara. What a brilliant asset for this small community. Behind it is another building for senior/assisted housing, but we could not...

An impressive, restful Library for the Community

My wife and I spent a couple of hours resting in the new library at Yusuhara. An exciting community library which was obviously enjoyed by the people of Yusuhara.

Simply amazing

This is a hidden gem. Designed by Kuma Kengo, this is a wonderful wood building that cannot be missed. It is free to walk in and look around (please take off your shoes)

Kuma Kengo's masterpiece library where I would love to live

The floors were heated, big pencil-like wooden beams hung protectively from the ceiling, a piano graced the entrance and little children laughed. What a beautifully designed library. I had always like...

another Kengo Kuma jewel

This must be the 5th Kengo Kuma building in the tiny city. It is amazing and very child friendly. Of course there is the design. But it is really functional. It is tempting people to read, offering ...