Sometimes I feel out of place

Hmm.... Perhaps "Lost Tokyo" should have a gallery exhibit at "Tokio Out of Place"?  It seems like we may be on the same wavelength.

Sample capsule

On Roppongi Dori in front of Roppongi Hills is a restored example of the Metabolism Movement.  This sample is from the Nakagin Capsule Tower (completed in 1972) designed by architect Kisho Kurokawa.  According to the information posted on the side of this specimen, one of these capsules could be built for the cost of a compact car.

If you are interested in learning more, the Mori Art Museum at Roppongi Hills is holding an exhibit, METABOLISM: The City of the Future, until 15 January 2012.

There are efforts in progress to tear this unique structure down, so if I am in Shimbashi I'll make an extra effort to visit. You can still see it on Google Street View...

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Young Clock Tower at Night

I was in Ginza several nights ago and passed the Young Clock Tower by Tarō Okamoto. It looks a lot more interesting in the evening than during the day.

Tokyo fashion escapes me...

Even after living in Japan for almost 10-years, I'm often confused and a amused at fashion choices. I guess since I am now in middle age, I would be confused by younger peoples fashion choices practically anywhere.

Case in point, this gentleman strolling in Asakusa. He obviously spent time putting together his look. The similar colorful sakura embroidery suggest that the the jeans and shirt are from the same designer. He's also holding a man's purse which seems out of place. Oh well, I'm no critic, but I know what I like and would wear. The English phrase appears to be pointless, but at least the grammar is correct.

Big Taiyaki at Tokyo Taiyaki

There's a more modern, sort of fast food but good taiyaki place in Roppongi Hills.  It's called Tokyo Taiyaki.  I have visited it several times before with my son and daughter, but this time they were featuring kabocha filling.