Gunkan Higashi Shinjuku

A 14-story building in Tokyo's Shinjuku district, designed in 1970 by Yōji Watanabe to resemble a modern battleship. Originally offices and residences, it was renovated into condos, offices, and a gallery, and is now a significant example of modern Japanese architecture.

📜 14-story building in Tokyo's Shinjuku district, designed by Yōji Watanabe in 1970.
🔍 Known as the 'Battleship Building' due to its unique, ship-like architecture, a prime example of the Metabolist movement.

Why Go

🚢 Experience unique Metabolist architecture
📸 Great photo opportunities of its distinctive exterior
🏛️ Explore a significant example of modern Japanese architecture
🚶 Easily accessible from Higashi Shinjuku Station

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