Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu

The "Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu" is the largest terminal in Japan express bus terminal under construction in front of Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit. Currently, scattered express bus stops around the Yaesu Exit are being consolidated to enhance transportation convenience. As part of the regional contribution in the Urban Regeneration Special District, it is being gradually developed in conjunction with redevelopment projects in three different areas. The first phase area opened within "Tokyo Midtown Yaesu" in September 2022.
As the owner's designer for the Urban Renaissance Agency, we conducted design direction, including project support for implementation, space design, signage, and other hardware designs, as well as creating mechanisms to realize the design, such as soft designs.

Based on the fundamental principles of "easy to understand," "easy to change," and "makes you want to start your journey," we proposed a spatial design that naturally guides user behavior. Imagining "bright clouds floating in the night sky," we divided the single room into a large traffic flow space and a waiting area, each with its own spatial symbols. The traffic flow space connecting the boarding gates is enhanced with high ceilings dimly lit and line lighting acting as guideposts, while the waiting areas such as waiting rooms and ticket offices are illuminated with indirect lighting on organic-shaped dropped ceilings resembling "clouds," creating a departure scene.
Furthermore, to foster a sense of unity in related construction projects such as signage, signage, and fixtures, we issued "design guidelines" and implemented design management for each project. Proposing from the perspective of creating things, utilizing BIM throughout all stages for smooth communication, and supporting stakeholders from various perspectives, we have realized the concept within a project involving numerous stakeholders.