Hibi Hitoawa Brewery / Hidenori Tsuboi ArchitectsSave this picture! Daisuke ShimaBreweryOsaka, JapanArchitects: Hidenori Tsuboi ArchitectsAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:260 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Daisuke ShimaMore SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. Beneath the elevated tracks of JR Fukushima Station in Osaka lies "Hibi-Hitoawa Brewery". The surrounding area is filled with numerous eateries, and the underpass, named Fukumaru Street 57, comes alive with the outdoor seating set up by these establishments. As part of their new business venture, the JR West Group launched a craft beer business in 2022, planning the opening of a brewery with an adjoining taproom.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Driven by the client's desire to create products and opportunities that offer a sense of escapism through craft beer, the brewery aims to contribute to the vibrancy of the town and foster coexistence with the local community. The wide faade that faces the street, is designed to embody the brewery's approach to the town. It plans to establish a counter directly facing the street, boldly opening up to the community.Save this picture!Save this picture!In light of the various conditions and constraints of construction, including the fact that it is under an overpass, efforts were made to organize and arrange the design and layout with minimal intervention. The design elements include the colorful designs depicted on the craft beer cans and bottles, which are considered part of the composition. Accordingly, subtle touches of color are added to various parts of the interior to complement these designs.Save this picture!Save this picture!In the layout, spaces, and gaps were intentionally left to create an open and inviting atmosphere, encouraging patrons to enjoy themselves freely and lively, much like an Irish pub, rather than just sitting quietly to drink beer. The wide-open faade allows the bustle of the interior to spill out into the street, while also welcoming the vibrancy of the street into the brewery, seamlessly connecting it with the community. This design aims to make the brewery a pioneering presence on the new Fukumaru Street.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Osaka, JapanLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officePublished on January 08, 2025Cite: "Hibi Hitoawa Brewery / Hidenori Tsuboi Architects" 08 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025396/hibi-hitoawa-brewery-hidenori-tsuboi-architects&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream