toru shimokawa utilizes ancient traditional wood for rustic cafe takenokuma in japan
Briefly

The café highlights the qualities of Oguni Cedar, renowned for its strength and intricate wood grains. Employing traditional techniques, such as kawara buki tile roofing and cedar bark ceilings, the design blends modernity with tradition, emphasizing the use of Oguni Cedar. At the café's core is a spacious water garden seamlessly integrated into the scenic surroundings. Inside, customers can immerse themselves in different perspectives of the water garden, creating a serene atmosphere. The interplay of light on the water's surface adds dynamism, continually enhancing the café's ambiance.
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