About the Terracotta Park

Large ceramic building decorations engraved with floral or geometric patterns, animals, etc., known as terracotta, embellished the buildings of modern Japan. Now a cultural heritage, our collection of architectural terracotta from 15 buildings are on display under the blue sky in the Terracotta Park. Included in the collection are terracotta from the main building of the Yokohama Matsuzakaya department store (H4.5m x W1.8m), the enormous lantern from the Asahi Life Building (former Tokiwa Life Building) (H2.5m × W1.1m), and ten charming faces of demons and animals from the First Osaka Building. Please enjoy the walk around this unique park presenting the charms of weathered but intricately designed terracotta, surrounding the beautiful green grounds.