Tsuru Mobile

What does freedom mean? This question often crosses my mind. In Japanese culture, there is a strong emphasis on organization and cleanliness, but this also comes with a sense of strictness. The annual suicide rate is high, reflecting the pressures of life. Working in Japan is a unique experience incomprehensible to any other country. This mobile concept aims to provide a space for individuals to find rest and peace. Just as a car enables easy relocation, this mobile space could serve as a lunch spot for workers in the city’s hustle during the day and transform into a gathering place for people to socialize at night. The program adapts to the needs of the people. Utilizing Tatami for the floor allows it to function as a bed, seating area, or simply a floor. Elevating the floor from the ground enables people to sit on the edge, embodying the concept of Engawa.