Kajō Central, Office skyscraper near Yamagata Station, Japan
The Kajō Central building rises 114.65 meters into the sky with 24 floors above ground and 2 underground levels in downtown Yamagata.
The building marks a milestone in Yamagata's development, opening its doors on January 1, 2001, following its construction by Nikken Sekkei and Taisei Corporation.
The skyscraper integrates modern architecture with traditional Japanese design principles, featuring an observation deck that overlooks the Zao mountain range.
The structure contains 14 elevators and connects directly to Yamagata Station, housing multiple facilities including a movie theater, restaurants, and tourist information centers.
From the 24th-floor observation deck, visitors can see panoramic views of Yamagata City, Kaminoyama, Tendo, and the surrounding mountain landscapes.
Location: Yamagata
Inception: December 2, 2000
Architects: Nikken Sekkei, Taisei Corporation
Official opening: January 1, 2001
Floors above the ground: 24
Floors below the ground: 2
Elevators: 14
Height: 114.65 m
Website: https://kajocentral.com/en
GPS coordinates: 38.24797,140.32542
Latest update: May 12, 2025 14:23
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