Ryo KAWAMOTO
Hyogo Prefectural Mt. Rokko Visitor Center
(Memorial Monument)
Ryo KAWAMOTO
Born in Hyogo Prefecture in 1998, lives in Tokyo.
Graduated from the University of Tokyo School of Medicine.
Ryo is a biologist who has a passion for architecture as well. In the "Public restroom near Akamon" project, Ryo came up with a new concept for a multipurpose toilet after conducting detailed interviews with users from various backgrounds and with different requirements. Ryo also served as the project leader for Grubin, where they developed an innovative food recycling system using a specific insect called the black soldier fly. Ryo was born and raised in Nishinomiya City and has a deep affection for Mount Rokko.
“Public restroom near the Akamon (provisional title)” design competition, First Prize,2021
The University of Tokyo President’s Award, 2019
The Nippon Foundation Social Innovation Awards 2018, First Prize, 2018
Sat., August 24 to Sun., November 24, 2024
Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE
Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden
Rokko Garden Terrace Area
Chapel of the Wind Area
Trail Area
Other location at Rokko Sanjyo Venue
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