Shinbashi Ekimae Building, Commercial building near Shinbashi Station, Tokyo, Japan
Shinbashi Ekimae Building is a commercial structure with eleven floors directly connected to Shinbashi Station in Minato, Tokyo. The lower levels contain a large shopping center with shops and dining options, while the upper floors house office spaces.
The building was constructed in 1971 during Japan's economic growth period and replaced a local market that had emerged after World War II. This structure marks the transformation of the area from an informal trading place to a modern business center.
The building houses numerous small restaurants and cafés where commuters and visitors gather to eat and socialize. These spaces preserve the feel of classic Japanese business districts and serve as social gathering points in the city's daily rhythm.
The building connects directly to multiple train lines through Shinbashi Station, making it easy to reach from various parts of the city. Digital navigation signs throughout the structure help visitors find their destinations.
A bronze tanuki statue stands at the entrance, commemorating the former Tanuki Alley that once existed near the site. This sculpture preserves the memory of an important part of the street life that vanished before modern development.
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