Friday, March 12, 2010

Mojiko Retro Tower

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The Mojiko Retro Tower is a 127 meter high-rise apartment building next to the harbor in Mojiko.

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On the 31st floor there is an observation deck with great views across the straits to Shimonoseki.

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It was built in 1999 and was designed by famed architect Kisho Kurokawa.

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The observation deck is open from 10am till 10pm and entrance is 300 yen.

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3 comments:

  1. Hmmm... Why do the words, 'sore thumb' suddenly come to mind.

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  2. Have you viewed "The Cove"?
    Any thoughts .... feelings to share?

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  3. The lamp is gorgious. Tall women in a pleeted evening gown, arms raised and folded behind her head(lamp) looking down uppon the land!

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