Kisho Kurokawa
- January 9, 2024
- Architect
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Kisho Kurokawa Biography
| Name | Kisho Kurokawa |
| Birthday | Apr 8 |
| Birth Year | 1934 |
| Place Of Birth | Japan |
| Birth Country | Japan |
| Birth Sign | Aries |
| Spouse | Ayako Wakao |
| Children(s) | Mikio Kurokawa, Kako Matsuura |
Kisho Kurokawa is one of the most popular and richest Architect who was born on April 8, 1934 in Japan, Japan. One of the architects who founded the avant-garde Metabolist Movement; he advocated sustainable, eco- friendly architecture.
He and astronaut Naoko Yamazaki both attended the University of Tokyo.
He had two children-potter Kako Matsuura and photographer Mikio-with his first wife. He then married actress Ayako Wakao.
Kisho Kurokawa Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Architect |
| House | Living in own house. |
Kisho Kurokawa is one of the richest Architect from Japan. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Kisho Kurokawa 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He earned his Bachelor’s from Kyoto University in 1957, then he received his Master’s degree from the University of Tokyo in 1959; he started pursuing a doctorate of philosophy but never finished it.
He ran for governor of Tokyo.
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Who is Kisho Kurokawa Dating?
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Kisho Ranked on the list of most popular Architect. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Japan. Kisho Kurokawa celebrates birthday on April 8 of every year.
Top Facts about Kisho Kurokawa
- Kisho Kurokawa was a prominent Japanese architect.
- He co-founded the Metabolist movement in 1960s Japan.
- His most famous work is the Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo.
- Kurokawa designed over 100 projects worldwide.
- He was also a prolific writer and theorist on architecture.
- Kurokawa’s philosophy emphasized organic growth and flexibility in design.
- He believed that architecture should reflect society’s changing needs and values.
- Kurokawa won numerous awards throughout his career, including the UIA Gold Medal.
- The National Art Center in Tokyo is one of his posthumous works completed by his firm after his death in 2007.
- His legacy continues to influence contemporary architects globally today.