Who are some well-known architects in Japan?

Of course there are! Japan has many world-renowned architects.

For example, Tadao Ando is particularly skilled at using exposed concrete, creating a style that is remarkably simple yet powerful. His most famous work, the "Church of the Light," relies on a single beam of light to evoke a sense of profound tranquility and awe. He is a legendary figure, having taught himself architecture without formal training.

Another is Kazuyo Sejima, whose buildings feel light and transparent, as if floating. Her design for the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, is very popular; it's circular, filled with glass, allowing sunlight to stream in, making people feel incredibly comfortable inside.

Then there's Toyo Ito, whose designs are very futuristic, like the "Sendai Mediatheque." It resembles aquatic plants, with curving columns that give it a vibrant, living quality.

These architects have all been awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize, often considered the Nobel Prize of architecture. Their works are highly acclaimed not only in Japan but also in Europe and America. Generally speaking, many Japanese architects emphasize the relationship between space, nature, and people, avoiding excessive ornamentation while creating incredibly comfortable environments.