Architectures

Season 1 • Episode 35: The Yoyogo Olympic Gymnasiums • Watch with subtitles

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Episode 35: The Yoyogo Olympic Gymnasiums

May 20, 2007 • 26 min

For the 1964 summer Olympic Games in Tokyo, Kenzo Tange designed two concrete gymnasiums which evoke a sense of movement. Famous for their suspension roof design, they are regarded by many as being among the most beautiful buildings of the 20th century.

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