The southern half of central Tokyo is teaming with development projects aimed at reviving a city long criticized for its lack of space and greenery.
As high-rise office buildings and apartments spring up in a transformation of old commercial areas, the massive Shiodome development east of JR Shinbashi Station is seen to be pulling ahead amid concerns over a possible glut of new projects.
Developers and residents in the Shiodome area say their plan will outshine other redevelopment plans in Marunouchi, Shinagawa and Roppongi. They say the community-oriented management of the district, the business area expected to be open round-the-clock, as well as the number of nearby railway stations, give them an edge.