Centered on an ecological landscape
A commercial complex along the Nishigawa Greenway
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N1 Bistrot
VINES
A bistro produced by Wineshop & Stand SLOW CAVE, where visitors can enjoy casual à la carte dishes paired with natural wines. The charming stone-paved courtyard is also available for your enjoyment.
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S1 Sushi
Sushi Yanagiya
Enjoy exquisite sushi featuring flavorful fish from the Seto Inland Sea, complemented by carefully selected local ingredients. In a serene atmosphere, savor the seasonal delights that can only be experienced on that very day.
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N2 French
Agni
A wood-fired restaurant inspired by French cuisine, where seasonal ingredients are prepared with simple yet refined techniques. Experience the vibrant flames of the fireplace and the cooking process up close at the counter, all while savoring exquisite dishes and natural wines.
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S2 Italian Bar
Figo
A casual Italian bar featuring counter and terrace seating, where you can enjoy dishes made with seasonal ingredients paired with wine. Perfect for a pre-dinner aperitivo or post-meal conversation, this versatile space caters to a variety of occasions.
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N3 Utility Space
AO
A versatile space equipped with a kitchen and cooking tools, perfect for private dining, cooking classes, exhibitions, and more. Enjoy the view of the Nishigawa trees through the window while utilizing this flexible space for a variety of purposes.
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RT Rooftop Terrace
SOLA
A tiered rooftop terrace offering panoramic views of the sky, which changes with the passing of time, and the greenery of Nishigawa. This space is perfect for private parties depending on the season.
MORE ABOUT NISHIGAWA TERRACE
Connected to the Nishigawa Greenway, where visitors can enjoy the changing seasons and the beauty of the trees, NISHIGAWA TERRACE blends harmoniously with its natural surroundings to create a new urban landscape. The facility features a sustainable water circulation system that collects rainwater, which is then used to cultivate herbs and spices in the courtyard and rooftop garden for use in its restaurants. With a focus on greenery and sustainability, this space will serve as a new community hub, fostering connections between nature and people, while strengthening ties within the area.
Adopting a wooden structure that allows people to feel close to the forest even though it is in the center of city, and in harmony with the scenery of the Nishigawa River, which is blessed with abundant water and greenery, NISHIGAWA TERRACE seeks to foster a new kind of space where people can enjoy in the ecological landscape of wood, trees, grasses, water and kitchen waste, creating a comfortable and sustainable environment for all.
Connecting Forest and City
The columns and beams of the building are made from locally sourced Hinoki wood (BP material) from Okayama Prefecture, effectively implementing a sustainable, local production and consumption of timber resources.
Rainwater Circulation
Rainwater that falls on the site is collected and filtered, circulating through the facility from the water basin in the courtyard and being pumped into a tank on the rooftop. This water is then used for irrigating plants and the herb garden.
Use of compost
Some of the kitchen waste from restaurants is composted with vermicompost, for the use of the facility’s herb garden, constituting a part of ecological landscape.
Edible garden
Cultivating and managing edible plants such as herbs, spices, and fruit trees in the garden, and using them in the restaurants, a show case of an ecosystem of food is presented.
- Business Owner
- Tea House Co.,Ltd
- Design and Supervise
- KAZUHIRO TAKESHITA ARCHITECTS
- Structural Design
- Kinoshita Structural Engineers
- Construction
- MINAMOTO ARCHITECTURE WORKS inc.
- Landscape
- Soil Design Co.,Ltd
NISHIGAWA TERRACE is a multi-purpose facility inspired by the concept of sustainability and circulation, located in the lush green area along the Nishigawa Greenway in Okayama City.
The facility features four restaurants offering a rich variety of local cuisine, including specialties from the Seto Inland Sea region, along with one versatile space that can be used for a variety of purposes. We look forward to welcoming you all.