Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building

Designed by Kenzo Tange's, Tokyo's city hall dominate sthe skyline of Shinjuku district. Completed in 1991, the main building soars 48 stories, splitting on the 33rd floor into two towers. The following are photos taken from the observation deck on the 45th floor.

Ginza

Ginza was the first entertainment and shopping district in Tokyo, dating to the Edo period (1603-1868). Tokyo's first depato, Mitsukoshi, was founded in this area, which once consisted of long, willow-lined avenues. The willows have long since gone, and the streets are now lined with depato and boutiques.

Ikebukuro

Ikebukuro is home to a mixture of cultural and shopping attractions. The east side comprises of department stores and street retail along the pedestrian-only Sunshine 60 Street. The west side is home to the Tokyo Art Theatre and some universities.

Miscellaneous Street Scenes

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
Designed by Kenzo Tange's, Tokyo's city hall dominate sthe skyline of Shinjuku district. Completed in 1991, the main building soars 48 stories, splitting on the 33rd floor into two towers. The following are photos taken from the observation deck on the 45th floor.








Ginza
Ginza was the first entertainment and shopping district in Tokyo, dating to the Edo period (1603-1868). Tokyo's first depato, Mitsukoshi, was founded in this area, which once consisted of long, willow-lined avenues. The willows have long since gone, and the streets are now lined with depato and boutiques.



Ikebukuro
Ikebukuro is home to a mixture of cultural and shopping attractions. The east side comprises of department stores and street retail along the pedestrian-only Sunshine 60 Street. The west side is home to the Tokyo Art Theatre and some universities.



Miscellaneous Street Scenes