Harumi, Artificial island in Chūō-ku, Japan
Harumi is an artificial island district in Tokyo Bay featuring contemporary office towers, apartment buildings, and shopping centers. The area spans five neighborhood divisions and blends commercial and residential spaces throughout.
Development of the island began in the Meiji era as a reclamation project in Tokyo Bay. The work continued into the early Showa period, ultimately creating new land for urban expansion.
The Harumi Triton Square introduces multiple dining establishments serving regional specialties from yakiniku grills to Taiwanese cuisine in a contemporary setting.
The area is easy to navigate on foot with clear pathways connecting buildings throughout. Though centrally located, it is currently accessible mainly by car or bus, which helps in planning your visit.
The area was originally conceived as a landfill project before being transformed into a modern business and residential district. This transformation shows how Tokyo creates new neighborhoods on water under space constraints.
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