View of Shinjuku Skyline from Chuo Train Line

Skyscrapers of the Nishi Shinjuku (or west Shinjuku) district are the oldest tall buildings in Japan. The first one, Keio Plaza Hotel, was built in 1971.  

I heard there was a law to restrict development to construct high buildings back in 60’s, because of the risky nature of frequent earthquakes in the country.

Looking up them from the streets is definitely boring.  Buildings are just standing in front of you.  But seeing them from a distance is quite nice, especially at night. Unfortunately I couldn’t record a night movie this time though.

FYI:

• West Shinjuku: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nishi-Shinjuku#Skyscrapers_in_Nishi-Shinjuku
• Travel Info of Shinjuku: http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3011.html
• Tall buildings in Japan: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_tallest_structures_in_Japan
• Chuo Line: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ch%C5%AB%C5%8D_Line_(Rapid)