Tokyo Governor's Residence, Government residence in Shōtō, Japan
The Tokyo Governor's Residence is a government building in the Shōtō district, serving as part of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's administrative infrastructure. The site occupies a substantial lot in an affluent neighborhood with nearby residential and commercial developments.
The building served as a government administrative center for many years, playing a role in Tokyo's urban governance. In 2023 it entered the real estate market through a public bidding process and was purchased by a private developer.
The residence represents the intersection of governmental authority and real estate development in Tokyo's evolving urban landscape.
The property is not open to public access as it is now privately owned. Visitors interested in seeing it can view the building from the surrounding streets in the neighborhood.
The property sold at an exceptionally high price per square meter, reflecting its location and value in Tokyo's exclusive real estate market. This sale became a benchmark for property values in the upscale area.
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