Takano Sake Shop & TARTANS CAKE STAND

Located in Annaka, Gunma, this project involves the renovation of a long-standing liquor store and the integration of a new cake stand. To accommodate a dedicated space for original goods—designed by the owner—as well as an eat-in area, the shop was expanded into the rear warehouse. Addressing the constrained and closed feeling of the original layout, the liquor retail area was widened, while a new entrance and deck were introduced for the cake stand to create a fluid, circular circulation path that invites exploration. The design maintains the integrity of the existing liquor store with minimal intervention, allowing the contemporary finishes of the cake stand to bleed into the original space, naturally drawing visitors toward the rear. By clearly defining the transition between old and new materials, the project achieved a striking contrast while remaining cost-effective. This juxtaposition serves as a bridge between the past and the future, establishing a space that feels familiar to longtime regulars yet fresh and inspiring to new guests.