慶應義塾大学アート・センター　Keio University Art Center

Have you ever thought about the architecture around you?

You see lots of architecture everyday: Houses you pass by, crowded stations, and your school… How about taking a little time to view them?
When students on campus learn that the buildings they casually use as classrooms and libraries are important cultural properties or the works of world-famous architects, they will become aware of the environment surrounding them, the university, and architecture, and will begin to richly experience space. The architecture of the Mita Campus is a rare opportunity to see the history of modern Japanese architecture. Therefore, these buildings are not only an important cultural resource for Keio University, but also for the local community. We plan this ‘Architecture Open Day’ to introduce the architecture at Mita campus, including Enzetsu-kan (Public Speaking Hall, 1875) and Old Noguchi Room (Shin Banraisha, 1951/2005) which are usually not opened to the public.

The Keio University Art Center has organized this Architecture Open Day to introduce the architecture on Mita Campus, including the Mita Public Speaking Hall (Mita Enzetsu-kan, built 1875) and the old “Noguchi Room” (Shin Banraisha, built 1951/2005) which are usually not open to the public. Participation is free and is open to the general public.

They will also be given a map with explanations of the important sculptural and historical features of Keio. We hope people will enjoy being given free rein to roam the grounds of Keio with a map in-hand. 

*On this day, the interior of the building is not open to the public. Only the exterior can be viewed.
*Visitors from outside the university may also tour the buildings.
*Get the "Architecture Map" at the distribution places in Mita campus.
・South Annex 1F & Art Center
・Security Office at Main gate
*Many vehicles will be entering and exiting the campus. Please take caution.

Photo by: Ryota Atarashi