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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Last week, we visited the "Traveling through Bakumatsu-era Yokohama via Illustrated Maps" exhibition at the Museum of Yokohama Urban History. It traces the city's transformation from a small village into an international metropolis through maps. It runs until today! 🗾 #Yokohama #mapmaking #Japan

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

先週、横浜都市発展記念館の「絵図で旅する幕末の横浜」展へ行ってきました。小さな村が国際的な港町へと姿を変えていく様子を絵図でたどることができ、大都市・横浜の原点を見る思いがしました。展示は今日までとのことです！🗾 #Yokohama #mapmaking #Japan

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I was really looking forward to this one! "Reimagining Tokyo through Black Markets" by Professor Ishigure. While the text is in Japanese, the photographs and maps are superb. They transport the reader into the daily life of post-war Tokyo. Very recommended! 📖 #weeklyreading #tokyo #urbanhistory

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

石榑督和先生の『闇市と東京』を購入いたしました。緻密で引き込まれる内容に加え、豊富な写真や地図が戦後東京の日常へと誘い、都市を形作ったダイナミズムを解き明かしてくれます。おすすめの一冊です！📖 #weeklyreading #tokyo #urbanhistory

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The lectures by the two discussants, Professor Manabu Chiba and Professor Naomi Shimpo, were also truly engaging. Thank you! #placemaking

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Some photos from the book presentation, "We're Still Here," by Professor Fernando Ortiz-Moya, from last July. It is always a pleasure to learn from him about how some cities can turn population decline into opportunities to build more resilient and livable communities. #shrinkingcities #Japan

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Last April, we visited the "I Love Elephants" exhibition at Takashimaya Archives in Nihonbashi (Tokyo). The exhibition traces the life of an elephant named "Taka-chan" and offers a fascinating look at Tokyo as it was decades ago. The exhibition runs until August 31st! 🐘 #Japan #Tokyo #Elephants

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

4月に日本橋の高島屋史料館で開催中の「やっぱりゾウが好き」展へ行ってきました。ゾウの「たかちゃん」の生涯を辿る展示は、何十年も前の東京の姿や、当時の都市生活において百貨店が果たしていた中心的な役割を浮かび上がらせていて、非常に興味深い空間でした。展示は8月31日までとのことです！🐘 #Japan #Tokyo #Elephants

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

The book illustrates this idea with examples of "(re)city-making": spontaneous bottom-up actions led by traditionally marginalized residents. It sees shrinking cities as opportunities for innovative, people-centered urban policy and collective empowerment. #Shrinkingcities

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Urban shrinkage is an increasing phenomenon worldwide. Many cities view this trend as a problem that must be solved by attracting new residents. However, this book advocates strengthening the unique character and history of declining cities to enhance life for those who remain. #Placemaking

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

"We're Still Here: Regenerating Shrinking Cities from the Ground Up," by my dear friend, Prof. Fernando Ortiz-Moya. A really recommended read for this summer, not only for those working in urban decline but also for anyone who loves cities and seeks to design more humane environments. #Weeklyreading

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

I am grateful to the organizers, the jury, and all the colleagues who shared their amazing work during these days. I am looking forward to continuing this research on post-growth cities and community regeneration! ☺️ #UrbanDesign

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

I am deeply glad that my research on ordinary, informal community spaces in aging urban peripheries was recognized alongside such inspiring global work. #ResearchAward

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

- 🏅An Honorable Mention in the Public Space PhD Research Award for my doctoral thesis "Identifying Community Places by Mapping Subjective Perceptions: A Case Study of Tokyo's Peripheries." #PostGrowth

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

- 🏆A Best Paper Award for my presentation "Invisible Anchors: Identifying 'Sweet Spots' for Community-Based Regeneration in Post-Growth Tokyo." Thanks to the New Approaches session juror Hendrik Tieben (The Chinese University of Hong Kong) for the thoughtful feedback and insights. #Placemaking

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

I appreciate all the effort and care that Luisa Bravo and the City Space Architecture team put into the conference. Also, I had the honor of receiving two recognitions during the event: #CitySpaceArchitecture

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

At the beginning of this month, I had the pleasure of participating in the Past, Present and Future of Public Space 2026 conference. It was a wonderful conference, with people from all over the world doing amazing things. I learned a lot and connected with many of them. #PublicSpace

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Later, I attended Prof Heide's panel and presentation, which offered countless insights into the significance of seemingly ordinary community spaces vital to urban social life. It was a memorable session that reminded me how much I still have to learn from these incredible friends. Thank you! #Japan

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

We spoke about population decline. Its challenges, but also the opportunities it presents for rethinking cities: the importance of fostering community resilience, amplifying grassroots practices, policy innovation... #Shrinkingcities

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

We were honored to have Professor Heide Imai as our discussant, who provided wonderful insights and facilitated a lively conversation with the audience. #placemaking

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

I had the pleasure of participating in the 28th Asian Studies Conference Japan at Sophia University. I was excited to present a panel alongside two friends and scholars whom I deeply admire: Prof. Fernando Ortiz-Moya from Waseda University and Prof. Naomi Shimpo from the University of Tokyo.

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

In our panel, "After Growth: Community Paradigms for Japan’s Demographic Transition," we will explore how grassroots practices and policy innovation are reshaping Japan’s response to demographic change, focusing on community-led resilience and sustainable adaptation.

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Next Sunday, July 5th, I will have the pleasure of participating in the 28th Asian Studies Conference Japan at Sophia University together with Professors Naomi Shimpo and Fernando Ortiz-Moya. We are also fortunate to have Professor Heide Imai as a discussant during the later conversation.

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

曇りの日の東京タワー🗼 The Tokyo Tower on a cloudy day🗼 #Tokyotower #Tokyo #Japan

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

My dear friend Professor Fernando Ortiz-Moya will be presenting his book, "We're Still Here: Regenerating Shrinking Cities from the Ground Up," on July 14 at Waseda University. Professors Manabu Chiba and Naomi Shinpo will participate in the discussion. #Shrinkingcities #Placemaking #Urbanresearch

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Just got "Taiwan Night Market Taizen" by Masaya Sanmonji, a fascinating exploration (in Japanese) of Taiwan's yatai culture, from food stalls and games to beauty services and fortune-telling. Goes deep into history, infrastructure, and urban form. Very engaging! #Taiwan #placemaking #weeklyreading

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

三文字昌也さんの『台湾夜市大全』です。グルメ・ゲーム・占いから露店のインフラや成り立ちまで、都市デザインの視点から台湾夜市を丁寧に解説した一冊です。非公式な都市空間の機能について、とても参考になりました。 #Taiwan #placemaking #weeklyreading

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

It provides a thorough examination of the symposium's discussions (in English!) and underlines the pressing need for more comprehensive collaboration among urban and heritage researchers, policymakers, and local stakeholders. I am sure you will find it very interesting!

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

"Who Gets to Speak for the City?" Dr. Tamás Solymosi shared with me a fascinating and timely article reflecting on this question, taking as a base the symposium Tokyo 2050, which took place last May. You can access it by following this link: note.com/solymi/n/nbf... #tokyo #japan #placemaking

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Who Gets to Speak for the City? Fūchi, Fabric, and the Fight for Tokyo's Future｜富

On May 16, 2026, Keio University's Mita Campus hosted the TOKYO 2050 Symposium: The Future of a Megacity the World Aspires To - an event organised by the laboratory of Jorge Almazán, Professor of Engi...

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us for the TOKYO 2050 symposium last Saturday! We received many insights from Professors Nakajima, Jinnai, and Ogata. I worked on the virtual side of the symposium, and I am thankful to everyone who joined and asked questions on Zoom. See you at future events! #tokyo

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

先週土曜日の「TOKYO 2050」シンポジウムにご参加いただきありがとうございました！中島直人先生、陣内秀信先生、大方潤一郎先生から多くの貴重なご知見をいただきました。Zoomでご参加・ご質問いただいた皆様にも感謝申し上げます。次回のイベントでもお会いできると嬉しいです！ #tokyo #placemaking

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Hartas del Arte @hartasdelarte.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Seguro que conocéis esa pintura japonesa con una gran ola; quizás incluso recordéis a su autor, Hokusai. Sin embargo, es probable que desconozcáis la historia de su hija, Katsushika Oi. Se crio en el taller familiar, dominando la alquimia de las mezclas y preparando pigmentos.

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Join us for the "TOKYO 2050: Future of the Megacity" symposium! We'll explore Tokyo's urban evolution together with Professors Nakajima, Jinnai, and Okata #Tokyo #placemaking

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

シンポジウム**「TOKYO 2050 世界が憧れるメガシティの未来」**を開催します！中島直人氏、陣内秀信氏、大方潤一郎氏を迎え、都市の変容と可能性を議論します。 #Tokyo #placemaking

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

昨年12月に訪れた、三井淳平氏によるLEGOブロック製の日本橋高島屋デパートの作品です。😍 --------- The Nihonbashi Takashimaya department Store made with LEGO! 😍 by Jumpei Mitsui, from last December.

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

以前より石榑督和先生のご研究には触れておりました。闇市に関する必読文献として大変参考にさせていただいております。そして今回、満薗勇先生のご研究にも触れることができました。先生のおかげで、日本の商業空間の変遷について多くの貴重な文献を知ることができました。現在、同じ研究室のErritaが主導する、商店街の社会的役割と現在の東京が直面する課題に関する論文に協力しておりますので、両先生方のご研究は素晴らしい参考文献となります。心より感謝申し上げます。

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

先週末、高島屋史料館TOKYOが主催する「消費が都市をかたちづくるとき ―戦前・占領期・戦後をめぐる流通史と都市空間」という講演会を、満薗勇先生と石榑督和先生のご講演をオンラインで聴講させていただく機会に恵まれました。私たちの日常生活を支える小売空間が、戦後から現在に至るまで日本の都市をどのように形成してきたかについて、より深く学ぶ素晴らしい機会となりました。 #blackbarkets #Tokyo

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

Also, Maruzen Bookstore has a highly recommended selection of books related to the exhibition (I picked a couple myself). Among the selection, there is "Emergent Tokyo" from Prof. Almazán and Studiolab! #blackmarket

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

We went to see the Black Markets and the Reimagining of Tokyo exhibition, based on Prof. Masakazu Ishigure's research, at Takashimaya Department Store. Although the exhibition space is small, it is full of amazing photographs and maps illustrating everyday life in postwar Tokyo. #tokyo

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

高島屋史料館TOKYOにて、石榑督和教授の研究に基づく「闇市と都市」展を拝見いたしました。展示スペースは小規模ながら、戦後東京の日常生活を示す素晴らしい写真や地図が豊富に展示されております。この冬に東京にいらっしゃる方には、心よりお勧めいたします。また、丸善書店には本展覧会に関連する大変充実した書籍コーナーがございます(私も数冊購入いたしました)。その中には、アルマサン教授とスタジオラボによる「東京の創発的アーバニズム」も含まれております。 #tokyo #blackmarket

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

東京のイチョウの季節 🍁🍂 --------- La estación de los ginkgos en Tokio 🍁🍂 --------- The ginkgo season in Tokyo 🍁🍂 #Tokyo #ginkgo

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

I am reading "Preserving with Purpose: Reimagining Buildings for Community Benefit, by Amy Hetletvedt." A great reflection on the value of reactivating abandoned buildings through narratives, and the power of everyday places to foster neighborhood regeneration. 📚 #weeklyreading #placemaking

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

Thank you to Prof. Almazán for the kind invitation, to Errita Zuna for the excellent coordination, and to Juliana and all the students for the engaged discussion.

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

I had the pleasure of giving a lecture at Keio University on how residents' attachment to everyday community places can drive urban regeneration in Tokyo's shrinking peripheries. You can check the lecture in the link below! www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_6q... #learningfromthesuburbs #japan #sweetspots

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Sweet Spots of Suburbia, by Alejandro Pineda

YouTube video by Jorge Almazan Studiolab

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Alejandro Pineda @pinedaalejandro.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

Gracias al profesor Jorge Almazán por su amable invitación, a Errita Zuna por su fantástica coordinación y a Juliana y al resto de los participantes por el debate posterior del que aprendí mucho.

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