Toya Designer House

A Lakeside Masterpiece by Pritzker Prize Laureate Toyo Ito

This rare lakeside home is a creation of Toyo Ito—one of the world’s most celebrated architects and recipient of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, often dubbed the “Nobel Prize of Architecture.” Renowned for iconic works such as the National Taichung Theater in Taiwan and Singapore landmarks like VivoCity and CapitaGreen, Ito brings his signature blend of innovation and serenity to this remarkable retreat.

Thoughtfully designed with understated elegance, the single-story residence offers a fluid spatial layout bathed in natural light. Concrete surfaces lend a sense of quiet strength, while expansive windows frame panoramic views of Lake Tōya and the changing seasons beyond—inviting a life of stillness, simplicity, and refined comfort.

Set against the pristine backdrop of Hokkaido’s nature, the property provides year-round beauty: from lush greenery and tranquil waters in the warmer months to a stunning snowscape in winter. Here, architecture and environment exist in perfect harmony—creating a home that feels more like inhabiting a living sculpture than a conventional residence.

Ideal as a private sanctuary or a sophisticated second home, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural art in one of Japan’s most serene natural settings.

Access

• Approx. 20 minutes by car to Rusutsu Ski Resort
• Approx. 50 minutes by car to Grand Hirafu Ski Resort (Niseko)
• Approx. 10 minutes by car to Michi-no-Eki Tōya (Roadside Station)