This makes me feel Accepted at an Individual but Shared scale
THE TOKYO TOILET
THE TOKYO TOILET is a series of public restrooms in Tokyo’s Shibuya district, funded by the Nippon Foundation. Each of the 17 structures was designed by a different architect, with the goal of making public toilets more inviting and accessible. The project seeks to combat the negative perceptions of public restrooms in Japan — dirty, […]
THE TOKYO TOILET is a series of public restrooms in Tokyo’s Shibuya district, funded by the Nippon Foundation. Each of the 17 structures was designed by a different architect, with the goal of making public toilets more inviting and accessible.
The project seeks to combat the negative perceptions of public restrooms in Japan — dirty, smelly, dark, and scary — by creating a modern, high-quality facilities that anyone can use comfortably. It’s a unique approach to urban redevelopment, focusing on a basic human need that’s often overlooked.
Contributor notes
What is surprising, refreshing, most interesting?
It was surprising to see how the project was created in a place like Japan where public restrooms are fairly clean. The decision to invest to improve bathrooms drew attention to the importance of these basic amenities. It’s refreshing to see a project that focuses on accessibility and inclusivity. The commitment to creating facilities that everyone can use comfortably, regardless of age, gender, or disability, is commendable. The decision to hire different architects for each bathroom was an interesting aspect of the project because each bathroom had its own unique identity.
Key Insights? What can we learn from this?
We can learn from "The Tokyo Toilet" project, that design can change perceptions and solve everyday problems, small-scale projects can have a big impact, and public-private partnerships can drive urban renewal.