Komatsu Wall Launches 'Architectural Seminar 2026'
Komatsu Wall Industry Co., Ltd. announced its 2026 architectural seminar series, continuing the initiative launched in 2025 to explore the future of architecture. The first session will focus on 'Inheriting Modern Architecture,' featuring a lecture by Kenta Ishiguro of Nozawa Masamitsu Architectural Studio and a guided tour of the renovated All Japan Seamen's Union Headquarters. The event is free, limited to 40 participants.
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## Komatsu Wall Launches 'Architectural Seminar 2026'
Komatsu Wall Industry Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Komatsu, Ishikawa Prefecture; President: Shinya Kano) will host its 2026 architectural seminar series. This seminar was initiated in 2025 as a forum for exploring the nature and possibilities of architecture with those involved in the field.
For the first session of the second year, the company will feature the theme 'Inheriting Modern Architecture' and invite Kenta Ishiguro from Nozawa Masamitsu Architectural Studio as the guest speaker. The seminar will be held at the All Japan Seamen's Union Headquarters, a building designed by Masato Otaka and completed in 1964, which finished a comprehensive renovation in December 2024. The event will include an architectural tour with commentary from the architect.
### Dialogue Exploring the Possibilities of Architecture
The seminar, started in 2025, aims to explore the state and future potential of architecture with professionals and students. In its first year, the program consisted of nine sessions featuring prominent architects such as Hiroshi Naito, Mitsuru Senda, and Tetsuo Kobori, focusing on architecture from a 'monozukuri' (craftsmanship) perspective. For the 2026 season, the discussions will be further deepened based on last year's experience.
### Session 1: Inheriting Modern Architecture through Preservation, Restoration, and Updating
The first session of 2026 will focus on the All Japan Seamen's Union Headquarters in Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, designed by modernist pioneer Masato Otaka (Otaka Architect & Associates) in 1964. Having stood for 60 years, the building represents the union's history, and a major renovation was completed in December 2024 to modernize it as a contemporary office while preserving its legacy.
Nozawa Masamitsu Architectural Studio, responsible for the design management of this project, multilayeredly implemented 'preservation and restoration' to connect historical value to the next generation, and 'updating' to ensure modern comfort. On the day of the seminar, a guided tour led by the designer will be held to uncover specific and practical methods for passing on modern architecture to the future.
### Speaker Profile
Kenta Ishiguro
Representative Director, Nozawa Masamitsu Architectural Studio. Born in Toyama Prefecture in 1978.
### Event Overview
- Date and Time: June 20, 2026 (Sat), 13:30–15:30 (Registration starts at 13:10)
- Format: In-person (first 40 applicants), Lecture + Tour
- Venue: All Japan Seamen's Union Headquarters (7-15-26 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
- Participation Fee: Free
- Registration Form: https://www.komatsuwall.co.jp/form/form.php?form_id=1423
Komatsu Wall Industry Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Komatsu, Ishikawa Prefecture; President: Shinya Kano) will host its 2026 architectural seminar series. This seminar was initiated in 2025 as a forum for exploring the nature and possibilities of architecture with those involved in the field.
For the first session of the second year, the company will feature the theme 'Inheriting Modern Architecture' and invite Kenta Ishiguro from Nozawa Masamitsu Architectural Studio as the guest speaker. The seminar will be held at the All Japan Seamen's Union Headquarters, a building designed by Masato Otaka and completed in 1964, which finished a comprehensive renovation in December 2024. The event will include an architectural tour with commentary from the architect.
### Dialogue Exploring the Possibilities of Architecture
The seminar, started in 2025, aims to explore the state and future potential of architecture with professionals and students. In its first year, the program consisted of nine sessions featuring prominent architects such as Hiroshi Naito, Mitsuru Senda, and Tetsuo Kobori, focusing on architecture from a 'monozukuri' (craftsmanship) perspective. For the 2026 season, the discussions will be further deepened based on last year's experience.
### Session 1: Inheriting Modern Architecture through Preservation, Restoration, and Updating
The first session of 2026 will focus on the All Japan Seamen's Union Headquarters in Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, designed by modernist pioneer Masato Otaka (Otaka Architect & Associates) in 1964. Having stood for 60 years, the building represents the union's history, and a major renovation was completed in December 2024 to modernize it as a contemporary office while preserving its legacy.
Nozawa Masamitsu Architectural Studio, responsible for the design management of this project, multilayeredly implemented 'preservation and restoration' to connect historical value to the next generation, and 'updating' to ensure modern comfort. On the day of the seminar, a guided tour led by the designer will be held to uncover specific and practical methods for passing on modern architecture to the future.
### Speaker Profile
Kenta Ishiguro
Representative Director, Nozawa Masamitsu Architectural Studio. Born in Toyama Prefecture in 1978.
### Event Overview
- Date and Time: June 20, 2026 (Sat), 13:30–15:30 (Registration starts at 13:10)
- Format: In-person (first 40 applicants), Lecture + Tour
- Venue: All Japan Seamen's Union Headquarters (7-15-26 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
- Participation Fee: Free
- Registration Form: https://www.komatsuwall.co.jp/form/form.php?form_id=1423
FAQ
小松ウオールの「建築セミナー2026」の初回テーマは何ですか？
初回は「近代建築の継承」をテーマに掲げています。
セミナーで取り上げられる建築物はどこですか？
東京都港区六本木にある『全日本海員組合本部会館』が取り上げられます。
セミナーの講師は誰ですか？
野沢正光建築工房の代表取締役、石黒健太氏が講師を務めます。
セミナーの開催日時と参加費を教えてください。
2026年6月20日（土）13:30〜15:30に開催され、参加費は無料です。
参加方法を教えてください。
公式サイトに掲載された申込フォームから事前申し込みが必要です（先着40名）。