A new tallest skyscraper has appeared in Japan, which impresses not only with its height, but also with a high degree of earthquake resistance and energy efficiency. Mori JP Tower in Tokyo, which rises to a height of 325.2 meters, is the result of engineering and architectural art.
This skyscraper, located in the Azabudai Hills complex, is distinguished by its shape, resembling a lotus flower with a crown of four curved glass "petals". Its night illumination also attracts attention thanks to the integrated light strips developed by L'Observatoire International.
In terms of the number of floors, Mori JP Tower consists of 64, and includes residential and office space, as well as the luxurious Aman Residences on the top 11 floors, branded by the Aman hotel company.
Although this skyscraper is the tallest in Japan, it is unmatched by any other building in the world. The Tokyo Skytree is taller at 634 meters and the Tokyo Tower is slightly taller at 333 meters.
However, Mori JP Tower impresses not only with its height, but also with its resistance to earthquakes. Developers singled out its design by filling steel tubes with high-strength concrete and installing shock absorbers to reduce vibrations. In addition, emergency shelter for 3,600 people and a storage facility for liquidation of the consequences of natural disasters are provided.
The skyscraper is also famous for its energy efficiency. The Azabudai Hills area has been awarded LEED Platinum Green Building Standard, thanks to the use of renewable energy sources, heat recovery from the sewage system and the collection and treatment of rainwater for watering the greenery.
