The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1 (C) is lit up with projection mapping which was recognized by Guinness World Records as the “largest architectural projection-mapped display” in Tokyo on February 26, 2024. |AFP
The imposing towers of Tokyo’s city government headquarters are now home to the world’s largest permanent projection mapping display, which officials hope will become a new tourist draw.
Soaring birds, traditional patterns and illustrations of landmarks including Mount Fuji are among the designs adorning the skyscraper in a nightly spectacle.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1 is lit up with projection mapping which was recognized by Guinness World Records as the “largest architectural projection-mapped display” in Tokyo on February 26, 2024. | AFP
The evening light show began on Monday, the day after an opening event was held with live instrumental music.
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) hopes the bright lights on its twin-towered building in central Shinjuku will “add color” to the capital’s skyline year-round.
The city government, which already offers free viewing floors with large windows at the top of each tower, also hopes to create a new tourist attraction with the display.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1 (C) is lit up with projection mapping which was recognized by Guinness World Records as the “largest architectural projection-mapped display” in Tokyo on February 26, 2024. | AFP
Visitor numbers to Japan have surged since pandemic-era border closures ended, with the number of foreign tourists hitting a record for December last year.
Guinness World Records has certified the attraction, called “Tokyo Night and Light”, as the “largest architectural projection-mapped display (permanent)”, TMG said.
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