Municipal Research Building, Art Deco building in Hibiya Park, Tokyo, Japan.
The Municipal Research Building is an Art Deco structure in Hibiya Park featuring a central clock tower and brown-tiled exterior with symmetrical geometric patterns. The facade displays characteristic lines and ornamental details of the style that became popular in 1920s Japan.
The building was completed in 1929 and designed by architect Koichi Sato, who blended Art Deco with Japanese design elements. It received designation as a Tokyo Metropolitan Government historic structure in 1999.
The building houses the Tokyo Institute for Municipal Research and several public organizations that operate here daily. The spaces reflect its role as an administrative hub, blending contemporary office facilities with preserved historical elements.
The building sits near Uchisaiwaicho Station on the Mita Line and is easily accessible by train. Visitors should note that only certain areas are open to the public and access is available on weekdays.
The building was ahead of its time and featured elevators, heating systems, and ventilation equipment in the 1920s that remain fully operational today. These technical installations demonstrate the advanced engineering of the original design.
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