Sou Fujimoto's Meiji Park Brings a Three-Dimensional Landscape to Hakata Station

On August 7, 2026, a new public space opened in Fukuoka, Japan, just a short walk from Hakata Station. The project, Meiji Park, was designed by Sou Fujimoto, a major figure in contemporary Japanese architecture, known for works that blend nature and architecture, such as the 2013 Serpentine Pavilion in London. Highly anticipated since its announcement, the project has been hailed as one of the most significant of 2026.

Meiji Park covers 3,572 square meters and stands out for its original approach: architecture and landscape intertwine vertically, creating a true three-dimensional landscape. The work challenges the usual boundaries between park, building, path, and landscape, offering an immersive experience where nature integrates into the urban structure.

This project continues Sou Fujimoto's reflections on the relationship between humans and their environment. Born in 1971, the architect has already explored these themes in works such as the Teshima Art Museum or the Beton Hala Waterfront Center proposal in Serbia. With Meiji Park, he transforms a dense urban space into a place for strolling and contemplation, giving residents and travelers a new way to experience the city.

The park's opening marks an important step in Fukuoka's urban development, which seeks to reconcile modernity and quality of life. Visitors can now discover this work in the heart of the city, and it is likely that the project will become a reference for future creations blending art, architecture, and landscape. Meiji Park thus joins the list of the architect's creations that continue to redefine public spaces in Japan and worldwide.

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Written by the ADM desk based on Spoon & Tamago. Read the original article for the full story.