Organization
Faculty of Science and Engineering Research Associate
Contact information
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MARTIAL,Leo Desire Raphael
Degree
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博士（工学） ( 横浜国立大学 )
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修士（建築学） ( パリ建築大学 )
Education
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2021.3
Yokohama National University doctor course completed
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2015.10
Ecole Spéciale d’Architecture master course graduated
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2010.6
Ecole Spéciale d’Architecture master course completed
Research History
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2022.4 - 2024.3
Nikken Sekkei Architect
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2021.9 - 2022.2
French Research Institute on Japan Assistant
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2012.10 - 2017.3
AREP (SNCF French Railways) Architecture Consultancy Office Architect
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2012.4 - 2012.8
1001 Maisons Design Office Asssistant Architect
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2011.11 - 2012.2
LDBA Architectes Design Office Asssistant Architect
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2011.4 - 2011.7
Euro BTP Architecture Design Office Asssistant Architect
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2010.2 - 2011.2
Atelier 4+ Paris Design Office Asssistant Architect
Research Interests
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Urban design
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Placemaking
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Geospatial Education
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Gamification
Research Areas
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Social Infrastructure (Civil Engineering, Architecture, Disaster Prevention) / Civil engineering plan and transportation engineering
Papers
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Transportation Resilience in Times of Disaster: 2011 Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan Reviewed
Léo Martial, Fumihiko Nakamura, Itsuki Yoshida, Riko Sakuda
Ebisu 58 47 - 92 2021.11
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A study on bicycle and public transportation synergy based on a cross-analysis between Europe and Japan Reviewed
Léo Martial
Yokohama National University 2021.3
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Bicycle success by social acceptance, the example of Japan Reviewed
Léo Martial, Fumihiko Nakamura, Shino Miura
Journal of Sustainable Urbanization and Regeneration (JSUR) 2 ( 1 ) 2020.3
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A definition of Anshin Invited
Léo Martial
JAPARCHI : Thematic Scientific Network of Francophone Researchers on Japanese Architecture, City, and Landscape 2019.3
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A city is not a game, urban development approaches and challenges by video games and smart cities Reviewed
Léo Martial
Géographie et cultures 109 55 - 72 2019.3
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Boldness or acceptance: a young architect's choice?
Léo Martial
Ecole Spéciale d'Architecture 2015.10
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A new definition of Montparnasse Station
Léo Martial
Ecole Spéciale d'Architecture 2010.6
Books
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What Is “Better Living in the City”?
（ Role： Joint author）
2021
Presentations
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Let's have a word about urbanism ! Invited
Léo Martial
Yokohama National University, Institute of Urban Innovation, Guest Lecture 2025.1
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Why communicate: Collaboration and scientific communication, a driving force for progress Invited
Léo Martial
Tokyo City University, Urban Life Studies, Guest Lecture 2025.1
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How to communicate - Learning from great speakers for impactful presentations Invited
Léo Martial
Tokyo City University, Urban Life Studies, Guest Lecture 2025.1
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KoboToolbox for community development Invited
Léo Martial
Yokohama National University, Institute of Urban Innovation, Guest Lecture 2025.1
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The Influence of Declining Birthrate on Urban Transportation in Yokosuka
Léo Martial
Terrains Japonais: Japan through the Lens of Declining Birthrate and Population Aging 2024.12
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Engaging Youth in Architecture and Urbanism through Video Games: A Comparative Study of the UN’s “Block by Block” Program and Japan’s “Machizukuri” Approach Invited
Léo Martial
Yokohama National University, Institute of Urban Innovation, Guest Lecture 2024.11
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Engaging Youth in Architecture and Urbanism through Video Games: A Comparative Study of the UN’s “Block by Block” Program and Japan’s “Machizukuri” Approach
Léo Martial
The 70th JSCE Conference on Infrastructure Planning 2024.11
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Gender and mobility: The case of the bicycle in Japan Invited
Léo Martial
Yokohama National University, Institute of Urban Innovation, Guest Lecture 2024.10
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Video games and machizukuri Gamification for participatory urban planning in Japan Invited
Léo Martial
Replaying Japan Conference 2024 2024.8
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A city is not a game, urban development approaches and challenges by video games and smart cities Invited
Léo Martial
Urban Design for Students in Asian Cities 2024.4
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Assessing the environmental impact of enhancing synergy between bicycles and public transportation Invited
Léo Martial
Yokohama National University, Institute of Urban Innovation, Guest Lecture 2024.3
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Nippon Carbon Invited
Léo Martial
The Hidden Beauty of Science 2023.7
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Lifestyles in France and Japan Through the Study of Transportation Invited
Léo Martial
French Institute of Yokohama 2022.3
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Gender and Mobility: The Case of the Bicycle in Japan Invited
Léo Martial
Yokohama National University, Institute of Urban Innovation, Guest Lecture 2021.12
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Energy in Japan in 2018: The Long Road to Decarbonization
Léo Martial
The Hidden Beauty of Science 2021.12
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A study on bicycle and public transportation synergy based on a cross-analysis between Europe and Japan Invited
Léo Martial
Embassy of France, Guest Lecture 2021.6
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A city is not a game, urban development approaches and challenges by video games and smart cities Invited
Léo Martial
IATEUR, University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne 2021.4
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Transportation Resilience in Times of Disaster: 2011 Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan Invited
Léo Martial
Crises, Fractures, New Dynamics: Ten Years After the March 11, 2011 Disasters 2021.4
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Synergy between Bicycle and Public Transportation Invited
Léo Martial
Embassy of France, Guest Lecture 2020.2
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Transportation and Energy Decline: A Comparative Analysis of Japan and France Invited
Léo Martial
Francophone Research Day 2019.10
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Shared space in Japan: a premodern heritage adapted to the challenges of contemporary urban development Invited
Léo Martial
Japarchi Annual Seminar 2019.9
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Transport and mobility Invited
Léo Martial
Seminar for Doctoral Students 2019.7
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A study on bicycle and public transportation synergy based on a cross-analysis between Europe and Japan Invited
Léo Martial
Invited Lecture 2019.5
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Bicycle success by social acceptance, the example of Japan
Léo Martial
IASUR International Conference of green building and smart city 2019.3
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Synergy of cycling and public transportation, cross-analysis between Europe and Japan for urban rail and bicycle development Invited
Léo Martial
Francophone Research Day 2018.12
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Synergy of cycling and public transportation, cross-analysis between Europe and Japan for urban rail and bicycle development Invited
Léo Martial
JAPARCHI : Thematic Scientific Network of Francophone Researchers on Japanese Architecture, City, and Landscape seminar 2018.10
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Cycling and public transport Invited
Léo Martial
Seminar for Doctoral Students 2018.4
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Towards a car-free city? Invited
Léo Martial
Seminar for Doctoral Students 2017.10
Awards
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Best presentation award
2019.3 International Alliance for Sustainable Urbanization and Regeneration Bicycle success by social acceptance, the example of Japan
Under the direction of Professor Nakamura, edited with the help of Assistant Professor Shino Miura
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Scholarship (embassy recommended)
2017.4 Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)
Other
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Japanese-Language Proficiency Test, Level 2
2023.7 -
Teaching Experience
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Faculty of Science and Engineering, Research Associate
2025.3 - Now Institution：Chuo University
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Urban Life Studies
2024.9 - 2025.3 Institution：Tokyo City University
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Graduate school of Urban innovation
2024.9 - 2025.3 Institution：Yokohama National University
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Department of sociology
2024.4 - 2025.3 Institution：Hosei University
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Department of sociology
2024.4 - 2025.3 Institution：Musashi University
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Assistant professor in architectural design
2009.9 - 2010.2 Institution：Ecole Spéciale d'Architecture
Committee Memberships
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2019.9 - 2020.6
French Research Institute on Japan at the Maison franco-japonaise Coordinator of the Seminar for Doctoral Students
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2018.10 - 2020.6
JAPARCHI : Thematic Scientific Network of Francophone Researchers on Japanese Architecture, City, and Landscape Research associate
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2018.6 - 2020.6
Sciencescope : Association of Francophone students and researchers in Japan Research associate
Social Activities
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3rd Totsuka Future Conference
Role(s)： Appearance, Advisor
Totsuka Living Laboratory / LOCAL GOOD YOKOHAMA 2020.11 -
Media Coverage
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Sustainable Mobility: A Comparative Perspective on Bicycles in Cities of France and Japan (Interview)
Embassy of France 2020.7
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Why so many people in Japan ride bicycles Internet
TEDx TEDxYNU Yokohama, Japan 2019.11