First Broadcast Date: January 9, 2025

We spoke with Kengo Kuma, a world-renowned architect who, for the past three years, has been working to revitalize the Wakayama region under a comprehensive partnership agreement with Wakayama Prefecture.

Kengo Kuma, who entered into a comprehensive partnership agreement with Wakayama Prefecture three years ago, has been working to promote and revitalize local industries.
Last year, he began to ramp up his activities, including the release of chairs made from Wakayama timber.

This program delves into what makes Wakayama so appealing to him and explores his plans to further energize the region.

NHK Wakayama
Gyugyutto Wakayama