Nakahakusanchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
An architectural marvel, this large, pillarless space features three floor-to-ceiling glass walls looking onto the surrounding garden. The garden’s design represents the natural scenery around Kyoto, its forests, mountains and rivers, and also a traditional small tsuboniwa home garden. Equipped with a stage, this large room is well-suited for banquets, receptions, cultural presentations, annual meetings and many other purposes.