Kouhu Visitor Center Introduction
Kouhu Tourist Service Center is one of the nodes in the wetland ecological park of the Kouhu area, designed with local wetland elements in mind. Inspired by the beautiful image of waterbirds flapping their wings, it adds vitality to the surrounding open grassland landscape. The design incorporates the concept of landscape architecture, where the roof extends from the earth, merging the man-made structure with nature. The two buildings intersect through their roofs, resembling two waterbirds flying side by side. Visitors can directly access the green roof observation path from the ground via the gently sloping roof that blends into the earth (the second-floor observation path is currently under renovation and is inaccessible), allowing them to enjoy distant views of the wetland scenery. An ecological water pool and birdwatching pavilion are separated by a fence, creating a visually penetrable area where the observation subjects can remain undisturbed, showcasing their most primal appearance and optimizing the viewing experience. Kouhu Tourist Service Center is also one of the few tourist service centers that provide dining services, offering a rich menu of "locally sourced organic ingredient meals" that require advance reservations by phone, allowing visitors to taste the authentic flavors of Kouhu.
