So what makes the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Tower special? It's free! The nearly 800-foot-tall building houses two observatories (North and South observatory) that are the highest vantage ...

According to Tokyo’s estimates, as many as 25,000 new buildings a year, mostly private homes, will have to install these solar panels under the new framework. The metropolitan government is ...

LED lanterns with 'Wish for the Future' messages rose into the sky during the 'Tokyo Tomorrow Project' in front of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Camera: FRANCK ROBICHON. FOOTAGE OF THE ...

To accelerate this trend, Tokyo Metropolitan Government supports start-up companies such as those with cutting-edge technologies aiming to improve people's lives. New opportunities create growth ...

Tokyo will host the third annual SusHi Tech Tokyo conference, showcasing innovations from start-ups worldwide. With increased ...

and for buildings with rooftops smaller than 2,000 square meters. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Japan Photovoltaic Energy Association (JPEA) are jointly developing new rules to support ...

While it’s not as high up, if you’re looking for a free option to see the city’s skyline, you can also consider the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building in Shinjuku. Without much nightlife ...