jailcd2023014: Understanding Corridor Space Typology based on TOD in Kokura Station, Japan

Abstract

The mass transportation system is one of the applications of the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) concept in supporting urban community activities. In the development of cities in Japan, mass transportation systems such as train stations and bus terminals play a significant role in every city development process. Every city in Japan has a transit station designed for the purpose of multimodal transportation. This transit station functions as a connecting mode of transportation or area so that its role is very important for passengers in moving from one mode to another. For users, the transit station services that are used are none other than the corridor room facilities and connections in each of their trips. This study aims to review and in understanding the typology of corridor spaces in Japanese transit stations using the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) concept approach and is useful for knowing typology of corridor spaces for transit station users. As an object and a case study, Kokura Station is an ideal place to conduct this research. There are various modes of transportation at this transit station. This study uses a qualitative research method that will focus on observation. The use of this method can provide an assessment of the application of a concept. Data will be obtained using survey methods, direct observation, and activity observation. This research is expected to assist architects and building managers in designing or planning facilities and corridor spaces in fulfilling the concept of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD).