Nestled in the Nagano countryside, these surreal teahouses designed by acclaimed architect Terunobu Fujimori look like fantastical contraptions from a fairy tale. Among the eccentric highlights is Takasugi-an, the 'Too-Tall Teahouse' balanced high on two chestnut trunks and accessed via a steep ladder. Nearby hovers the Flying Mud Boat, a suspended, walnut-shaped pod crafted from mud plaster and cedar shingles that sways between wooden posts. Situated alongside the historic Jinchokan Moriya Historical Museum, this enchanting installation offers an unforgettable pilgrimage for fans of organic, playful architecture.
- Architecture
- Architectural Oddities
- Teahouses
- Treehouses
- Contemporary Art
- Terunobu Fujimori
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