Tange's 'Former Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium' (Ship Gymnasium) to be Demolished by Kagawa Prefecture
美術手帖
Kagawa Prefecture announced that the demolition of the former Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium, designed by Kenzo Tange, will begin on April 10.Summary
Kagawa Prefecture has announced that the demolition of the former Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium, designed by Kenzo Tange and affectionately known as the "Ship Gymnasium," will commence on April 10. Despite proposals from a private committee to purchase and preserve the building, the prefecture rejected these plans, citing seismic safety concerns as the reason for demolition. A lawsuit to stop the use of public funds for the project is currently pending. Noritaka Tange, CEO of TANGE Associates, has expressed deep concern, stating that this demolition raises critical questions about how Japan values and preserves its post-war modern architectural heritage.
(Source：美術手帖)