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Architect Antonin Raymond

The design of Toshima Church was by Antonin Raymond.

Raymond, who was born in the Czech Republic, came to Japan in 1919 as a disciple of Frank Lloyd Wright, helped design the Imperial Hotel, and is known for leaving many famous buildings in Japan after becoming independent.

The architectural features of Toshima Church are its exposed concrete walls and folded-board wall structure, which harmonize well with the stained glass that lets in the light and the wide curved eaves. It is said that the benches, fittings, doorknobs, etc. of the church were designed by Mrs. Noemi.

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