EXPO 2020 Japan Pavilion

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Photo © Expo 2020 Dubai JAPAN PAVILION
Photo © Expo 2020 Dubai JAPAN PAVILION
Photo © Expo 2020 Dubai JAPAN PAVILION
Photo © Expo 2020 Dubai JAPAN PAVILION
Photo © Expo 2020 Dubai JAPAN PAVILION
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Visualization © Expo 2020 Dubai JAPAN PAVILION
Architects
Yuko Nagayama & Associates
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Year
2021

Façade design combining traditional Arabesque and Asanoha patterns. Representing long history of connections and crossing of culture between Japan and the Middle East.

Three-dimentional expression of Japanese Origami shapes. Guests welcomed by Japanese traditional Origami shapes that symbolize the respect shown to others through the Japanese art of Origata gift wrapping with a soft layer material inspiring Japanese traditional paper.

Natural cooling system that incorporates traditional Arabic and Japanese techniques.
Expanse of water in front of the Pavilion cools the area and reflects the three-dimentional façade. Sustainable architecture employing use of environmentally-friendly system equipment.

*Progress of the construction of the Japan Pavilion Preparations for Expo’s opening next year are progressing smoothly. Construction of the Japan Pavilion continues to proceed on site and the venue is gradually taking shape, with the exterior façade and interior of various rooms currently complete. (As of November 27. 2020)

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