The brand name Nozomi was chosen not only because it's a Japanese high speed bullet train but because it also means 'fulfilled dream'. And it is the duality of leading functional design transport engineering and the spiritual idea of fulfilment that are core to this project. The mixture of 'Emotional Classic and 'Rational Contemporary' are first encountered when you first cast your eyes on the use of materials used in the mostly concrete structure that offers a solid rational base to then be matched with the emotional impact of natural materials and exquisite carpentry reminiscent of classic Japanese craftsmanship.