One capsule, and maybe more, in Nakagin Capsule Tower Building to be saved
With demolition on the horizon, there are some glimmers of hope that at least one of the 140-odd capsules in the iconic Nakagin Capsule Tower Building might just be spared from the trash heap.
The goal of one of the preservation groups is to save capsule A-606, both the capsule unit itself and its original interior. There are also plans to build a custom trailer so that the capsule can be towed around to various locations, such as museums, galleries, and universities allowing Kisho Kurokawa’s legacy to be appreciated by all. The estimated cost just to save this one capsule and make it mobile is around 6.5 million Yen (approx. US$59,000).
Tokyo Apartment Sales in August 2021
The following is a selection of apartments that were reported to have sold in central Tokyo during the month of August 2021:
Central Tokyo apartment prices are increasing by an average of 633,000 Yen per month
The average asking price of a 70 sqm (753 sq.ft) second-hand apartment in the Tokyo metropolitan area in July has increased month-on-month for the past 13 months. According to Tokyo Kantei, the average asking price was 58,000,000 Yen, up 1.6% from June and up 13.3% from July 2020.
Japan fund targets rental houses in suburbs
Kenedix Inc., a prominent Tokyo-listed fund manager, is making its move on acquiring detached houses around Tokyo's suburbs to rent out.
Historic factory in Fukuoka to be demolished
Demolition will start on a historic factory in Fukuoka this month. A farewell event for 200 former factory workers and neighbors was held on August 28, with the building illuminated.
Temple to be demolished and land sold
A temple in Aichi Prefecture will soon be demolished, ending 630 years of history.
Land in Daikanyama sold for 7 billion Yen
On August 26, apparel company Onward Holdings announced the sale of two properties in Tokyo’s Minato and Shibuya wards.