This course conveys the structure of Tokyo and architecture. The series of lectures and site visits will focus on the urban
theory by Fumihiko Maki as well as on the actual players/ design forces of the formation of Tokyo.
The purpose of this class is to understand various intentional and/or inherent factors for the development of a city. The
students will acquire the basic skill to read various layers which influence the urban forms, such as theory, history, culture,
topology, etc, from its physical appearance.
- Acquire the theory on urbanism by Fumihiko Maki
- Acquire the unique condition of architecture in Japan and able to give an example.
- Understand the urban structure and development through the project design
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1． | Class Guidance and Introduction | Read the text, "Investigation in Collective Form" by Fumihiko Maki | 180minutes |
| 2． | Visit to Edo-Tokyo museum to learn about the old urban fablic in Tokyo | Prepare for the discussion of "Collective Form" | 180minutes |
| 3． | Lecture and discussion on 'Investigation in Collective Form' by Fumihiko Maki | Research on Hillside Terrace | 180minutes |
| 4． | Lecture and discussion on 'Hillside Terrace' in Daikanyama by Fumihiko Maki | Analysis of Hillside Terrace | 180minutes |
| 5． | Site visit to 'Hillside Terrace' in Daikanyama | Prepare for the presentation on Hillside Terrace | 180minutes |
| 6． | Short presentation on 'Hillside Terrace' in Daikanyama | Read the text, "City with a Hidden Past" | 180minutes |
| 7． | Lecture and discussion on 'City with a Hidden Past' by Fumihiko Maki | Research on Tsukishima | 180minutes |
| 8． | Site visit to Tsukishima | Prepare for the presentation on Tsukishima | 180minutes |
| 9． | Short Presentation on analysis of Tsukishima based on concept from 'City with a Hidden Past' | Read the text "City with a Hidden Past" | 180minutes |
| 10． | Lecture and discussion on 'City with a Hidden Past' by Fumihiko Maki | Research on Kiyosumi Shirakawa | 180minutes |
| 11． | Site visit to Kiyosumi Shirakawa | Prepare for the presentation on Kiyosumi Shirakawa | 180minutes |
| 12． | Short presentation on analysis of Kiyosumi Shirakawa | Prepare for the final presentation | 180minutes |
| 13． | Final Presentation 1 and discussion | Prepare for the final presentation | 180minutes |
| 14． | Final Presentation 2 and discussion | Prepare for the final submission | 180minutes |
| Total. | - | - | 2520minutes |
| Class Discussion | Short Presentation | Final Presentation | Final Submission | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 3% | 20% | 10% | 3% | 36% |
| 2. | 3% | 20% | 5% | 3% | 31% |
| 3. | 4% | 20% | 5% | 4% | 33% |
| 4. | 0% | ||||
| Total. | 10% | 60% | 20% | 10% | - |
Student's work is evaluated by the following criteria:
- Short Presentation 60%
- Final Presentation 20%
- Final Document 10%
- Class Discussion and Participation 10%
- Short Presentation 60%
- Final Presentation 20%
- Final Document 10%
- Class Discussion and Participation 10%
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| Feedback in the class |
- Wed 12:30-13:10 (Omiya campus) or by appointment through e-mail
- Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
- Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| Applicable | The professors who are also practicing architects provide their professional knowledge to support students' understanding and analysis on a city. |
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