The Gifu Prefectural Forest Culture Academy, completed in 2001, stands as a distinctive educational facility in Mino City. This specialized school was designed through a collaborative effort by Ace Setsubi Sekkei, Atsuharu Kitagawara Architects and Urban Design Laboratory, and a special joint venture established for the project. The academy's architecture reflects its commitment to forestry education and environmental stewardship, offering students comprehensive training in forest management and sustainable practices. The building's design thoughtfully integrates with its natural woodland setting, creating an inspiring learning environment that embodies the institution's mission to cultivate expertise in forest culture and conservation.