Developers unveiled plans Thursday for a sweeping redevelopment of Tokyo’s former Tsukiji fish market site, including a massive indoor stadium, high-rise towers, and cultural facilities aimed at reshaping the waterfront district.
The proposal, led by Mitsui Fudosan along with Toyota Fudosan and Yomiuri Shimbun Group, calls for a 50,000-seat all-weather stadium capped with a fan-shaped roof — symbolizing harmony, prosperity, and growth. The 19-hectare site would also feature nine buildings, including a 210-meter tower with offices and hotels, as well as spaces dedicated to food culture and life sciences research.
Construction is expected to begin in fiscal 2028 after archaeological surveys and soil remediation. The total project cost is estimated at ¥900 billion ($6 billion), with facilities opening in stages from the early 2030s.
The redevelopment marks a new chapter for the storied market, which closed in 2018 after a controversial relocation to Toyosu, delayed by then-Governor Yuriko Koike over pollution concerns. Initial ideas ranged from a “food theme park” to a convention center. The latest blueprint seeks to blend commercial ambition with Tsukiji’s culinary heritage.
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