Mita, Residential district in Minato, Japan
Mita is a residential district in Minato with low-rise buildings, gardens, and green spaces separated by one-way streets between the neighborhoods of Azabu and Shirokane. The development is loosely structured, preserving space for both private and public greenery.
During the Edo period, the area held temples relocated from the Edo Castle grounds and residences of daimyo families outside the Tokugawa clan. This settlement shaped the structure and character of the district.
The neighborhood is defined by several historic slopes marked with wooden posts that connect different levels of the area. These pathways form part of the daily landscape and shape how residents and visitors move through the district.
The area connects well to the rest of Tokyo through Akabanebashi Station and Azabu-juban Station on the Toei Oedo Line. These stations make getting around the city straightforward and convenient.
The Mita-Kokusai Building houses corporate headquarters and embassies from countries including Kuwait, Italy, Hungary, Papua New Guinea, and Australia. This blend of commercial and diplomatic functions gives the neighborhood an international character.
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