Shimizu Corp., a major Japanese general contractor, began construction of the new landmark ... central Tokyo. Mitsubishi Estate Co. is constructing another skyscraper called Torch Tower at the ...

Municipal governments of Tokyo's central wards are taking a variety of measures to encourage foreign visitors to keep the yen ...

Tokyo (AFP) – Tokyo's Skytree soars 634 metres ... architects went even bigger and the Skytree was certified as the world's tallest tower by Guinness World Records when it opened in 2012.

There are plenty of skyscrapers that provide a bird's-eye lookout in Tokyo, including Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Skytree. So what makes the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Tower special? It's free!

The Tokyo Tower also has its own cafe, where patrons can sip tea while admiring the views, as well as Club 333, a music venue that hosts performances daily. And if you're on the hunt for souvenirs ...

The tower, which was completed in 1958 ... providing endless options to enjoy new Tokyo. Head to Pigment, a shop dedicated to all things colour and art – a true spectacle for the eyes.

Tokyo's Skytree soars 634 metres (2,080 feet) upwards, giving spectacular views of the Japanese megalopolis and -- on a clear day -- the majestic Mount Fuji. The structure is an ever-present ...