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The College of Fine Arts at Seoul National University is pleased to invite you to a special lecture 'Kyoto: Tradition and Innovation in Urban Space' as part of the SNU 10-10 Project, featuring Professor Seung-Wook Han. We encourage your interest and participation in this insightful discussion on Kyoto’s urban space, its historical significance, and its innovations.

Lecture Overview

Speaker: Seung-Wook Han (Professor, Kinki University, Japan)

Prof. Han resides in Kyoto and teaches urban social phenomena in the Department of Architecture at Kinki University. In Korea, he has actively contributed to urban regeneration policies, participating in early-stage designs for projects such as the revitalization of old downtown Busan and the Gamcheon Culture Village urban regeneration initiative.

His current research focuses on the limitations of traditional urban design and new ways cities evolve. This lecture will provide a sociological perspective on Kyoto, commonly seen as a historical city, yet continuously undergoing urban innovation.

'Kyoto: Tradition and Innovation in Urban Space'

Date: Friday, June 20, 2025 | 3:30 PM

Location: Room 322, Building 49, College of Fine Arts, Seoul National University

Speaker: Prof. Seung-Wook Han