From Tokyo Station, built by Kinzo Tatsuno, known as the "father of modern Japanese architecture," to retro Showa-era ryokans crafted by unnamed artisans, and lavish Spanish-style former residences, this book introduces buildings from the Meiji to early Showa periods in Tokyo and its suburbs, accompanied by newly taken photographs. Each is a masterpiece worth preserving for future generations.
Featuring not only beautiful architecture but also structures that have taken on a mysterious atmosphere over time, this book conveys their charm through stunning, newly captured photographs.
This is a revised edition of the well-received Tokyo Architectural Heritage Walks, with additional buildings included. The new additions cover a wide range of "living heritage" masterpieces, such as early Showa-era sculptural buildings and modernist structures. Enjoy the splendor of these remarkable architectural gems.
