Nakagin Capsule Tower, Tokyo

Name: Nakagin Capsule Tower
Address: 8-16-10 Ginza, Tokyo, 104-0061, Japan

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The Nakagin Capsule Tower Building, known outside Japan as the Nakagin Capsule Tower, is a mixed-use residential and office tower designed by architect Kisho Kurokawa and located in Shimbashi, Tokyo, Japan. ()

Local name: 中銀カプセルタワービル Completed: 1972 (52 years ago)Floors: 13Coordinates: 35°39'57"N, 139°45'47"E

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8-16-10 Ginza中央区 (銀座)Tokyo 104-0061 Japan

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Nakagin Capsule Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tsukiji Fish Market, Hamarikyu Gardens, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Ginza Six.

0.5 miSE
Fish market with an extensive selection
Tsukiji Fish Market, Tokyo
13 min walk • The Tsukiji Fish Market, once the heart of Tokyo's culinary scene, was renowned as the world's largest and busiest fish market. Located in central Tokyo, it was a bustling hub of activity where the freshest seafood from around the globe was bought and sold.
~1900 ftS
Former Imperial gardens open to public
Hamarikyu Gardens, Tokyo
10 min walk • Nestled amidst the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, Hamarikyu Gardens stands as a serene oasis offering a tranquil escape from the city's relentless pace. This historic park, surrounded by skyscrapers and the waters of Tokyo Bay, serves as a testament to the fusion of...
0.6 miN
Shopping, Department store
Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo
15 min walk • In the bustling heart of Tokyo, Japan, lies Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, a modern marvel of mixed-use development that seamlessly blends urban sophistication with cultural allure. This vibrant complex, situated in the special wards of Tokyo, stands as a testament to the...
0.4 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Business center
Ginza Six, Tokyo
10 min walk • Ginza Six is a luxury shopping complex located in the Ginza area of Tokyo, jointly developed by Mori Building Company, J. Front Retailing, Sumitomo Corporation and L Catterton Real Estate.
0.4 miNE
Theatre and performing arts
Kabuki-za, Tokyo
10 min walk • Nestled in the bustling district of Ginza, Tokyo, the Kabuki-za Theatre stands as a cultural emblem of traditional Japanese performing arts. This storied venue, dedicated to the classical dance-drama known as Kabuki, has been enthralling audiences since its inception...
0.7 miNW
Western-style park with flowers
Hibiya Park, Tokyo
18 min walk • Nestled amidst the bustling streets of Tokyo, Hibiya Park stands as a verdant sanctuary offering respite to both city dwellers and tourists alike. This historic park, located in the special wards of Tokyo, Japan, is a picturesque haven that contrasts sharply with the...
0.6 miNW
Music venue
Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall, Tokyo
17 min walk • The Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall is an outdoor theater in Tokyo, Japan's Hibiya Park. There are actually two concert halls; the smaller was erected during the Meiji era, and the bigger was first built in the Taishō era. The larger venue is colloquially abbreviated to "Yaon".
0.5 miSW
Park
Italy Park, Tokyo
13 min walk • Italy Park is a public park in Minato Ward, Tokyo, Japan.
~1880 ftW
Sacred and religious sites
Karasumori Shrine, Tokyo
10 min walk • Karasumori Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Minato, Tokyo. It enshrines Ukanomitama, Ame-no-Uzume and Ninigi-no-Mikoto.
~470 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Dentsu Building, Tokyo
3 min walk • The Dentsu Building or Dentsu Headquarters Building is a high-rise building in the Shiodome area of Minato, Tokyo, Japan. The building houses the corporate offices of Dentsu.
0.5 miE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Namiyoke Inari Shrine, Tokyo
14 min walk • Namiyoke Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Tsukiji, Chūō, Tokyo. It is an Inari shrine that was built on the water's edge when this part of Tokyo was created from landfill after the Great Fire of Meireki in 1657.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nakagin Capsule Tower?

Nearby attractions include Shinbashi, Tokyo (3 min walk), Dentsu Building, Tokyo (3 min walk), Caretta Shiodome, Tokyo (3 min walk), Advertising Museum Tokyo, Tokyo (3 min walk).

How to get to Nakagin Capsule Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nakagin Capsule Tower:

Bus

Hamarikyu • Lines: 市01 (2 min walk)
Shinbashi • Lines: Brt (5 min walk)

Light rail

Shimbashi • Lines: U (5 min walk)
Shiodome • Lines: U (7 min walk)

Metro

Shimbashi • Lines: A, Al, G, Ks-Ae (6 min walk)
Tsukijishijo • Lines: E (6 min walk)

Train

Shimbashi (7 min walk)
Yurakucho (17 min walk)

Ferry

竹芝桟橋 • Lines: 大島フェリー航路岡田港直通便, 東京～小笠原(父島)航路 (23 min walk)