The Ibigum Northwest Regional Medical Center Yamabiko-no-sato is a distinguished elderly welfare facility completed in 1998, located in Kuse Village, Ibigum District, Gifu Prefecture. Designed by architects Takanori Suzuki and Kazumichi Nagashima, this facility represents a thoughtful approach to geriatric architecture. The building demonstrates careful consideration of how architectural design can enhance the quality of life for elderly residents and patients. Situated in a rural setting, the facility integrates modern medical and welfare functions while respecting the natural landscape and community context of the region.