Marunouchi’s first high-rise to be demolished
Another building by an iconic architect is destined for the wrecking ball. This time it is the first high-rise to have been built in the Marunouchi business district in front of Tokyo Station.
Aoyama Asia Mansion being redeveloped
Asahi Kasei Realty & Residence Corporation and World Residential Co. are starting work on the redevelopment of the former Aoyama Asia Mansion in Shibuya this month. The 5-story, 60-year old condo was demolished in 2020 and will be replaced with a 14-story apartment tower.
Iconic Nakagin Capsule Tower's final curtain call as decision made to sell
The iconic Nakagin Capsule Tower building in Ginza is reaching the final stages of its saga as the capsule owners have voted in favor to sell off the building and land leasehold rights. The few remaining residents will move out in the coming weeks, leaving the dystopian landmark empty and awaiting an uncertain fate.
Quick real estate news summary for the week
Office vacancies increase for 13th month, Tokyo Midtown Yaesu to open in 2022, and 98 islands identified for foreigner-transaction reporting requirements. Below is a quick weekly summary of some of the recent goings-on in the Japanese real estate market.
Brutalist building in Tsukiji to be demolished
Demolition of the Kenzo Tange-designed Dentsu Tsukiji Building will start on April 18. The brutalist landmark building will be flattened to make way for a multi-block redevelopment by Sumitomo Realty & Development.
Plans released for Akasaka Station redevelopment
On March 14, detailed plans for the redevelopment of the Kokusai Shin-Akasaka Buildings were released. The Akasaka 2, 6 Chome District project will see two towers of 230 meters and 110 meters tall.
Nakano Sun Plaza to be redeveloped by 2028
Nakano Sun Plaza, a 48-year old hotel and concert building in Tokyo’s Nakano ward, will be demolished in 2024 and replaced with a new mixed-use building by 2028. The 181 billion Yen (approx. 1.7 billion USD) project will include a 235-meter tall mixed-use office and residential tower with a concert hall and hotel on the lower floors.