BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA
Project Overview
Aiming to create a "connecting town" that connects the bay area, where further growth is expected, with central Tokyo.
"BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA" implies a place where new comfort is nurtured at the forefront of the sky and the sea.
We create and promote a waterfront lifestyle, connecting Tokyo's Bay Area.
This project involves constructing twin towers approximately 230m high as a rebuilding of the Hamamatsucho Building (Toshiba Building: 1-1-1 Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo) (TOWER S: completed in February 2025; TOWER N: scheduled for completion in FY2031/3).
This is a large-scale mixed-use development project spanning approximately 10 years, with a site area of about 4.7 hectares, a total floor area of about 550,000㎡, and a scope that includes offices, a hotel, retail stores, and residences.
Leveraging the location's characteristics to create a "connecting town" linking the Bay Area with central Tokyo, we promote co-creative urban development with local stakeholders through area management activities while working to expand the water transportation network.
The luxury hotel Fairmont makes its first appearance in Japan as "Fairmont Tokyo" on the upper floors of TOWER S. The middle floors house one of the largest office floors in Tokyo under the theme of "TOKYO WORKation." The main feature is a common-use space that utilizes the natural environment and spans an entire floor, covering about 5,000 m2. The lower floors and exterior areas are for commercial use, accommodating around 30 stores, most of which are restaurants, under the theme of the "Community Hub of the Town." Beyond eating, everyone can use these areas as a public space and spend time there as they like.
Overview of "BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA" | National Strategic Special Zone Designated Project
| land area | : | Approximately 47,000m2 |
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| gross floor area | : | Approximately 550,000m2 |
| Purpose | : | Offices, hotels, commercial stores, apartment complexes, parking lots, etc. |
| Maximum building height | : | Approximately 230m |
| Floor number | : |
TOWER S:
43F B3F above ground
TOWER N:
45th floor above ground, 3rd floor below ground
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| Construction commencement and completion |
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TOWER S:
Construction begins: October 2021
Completion: February 2025 TOWER N:
Construction begins: Fiscal year 2027 (planned)
Completion: Fiscal year 2030 (planned) |
| Business entity | : | Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. East Japan Railway Company |
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- *The travel times printed are for normal daytime hours and do not include transfers or waiting times.
- *The information printed is current at October 2021.
The development boasts access to a total of four train stations and six railway lines. It can be accessed from JR and Tokyo Monorail Hamamatsucho Station without being exposed to the rain, as well as Toei Subway Daimon Station and Yurikamome Line Hinode Station. The site also features direct access to Haneda and Narita airports, making it a prime location that meets the needs of an increasingly globalized business world.
Creating Social Value for Workers, Visitors, and Employers
Fairmont Tokyo, Japan's first luxury hotel
Fairmont has built a legacy around the world. First appearance in Japan on the upper floors of TOWER S. "Fairmont Tokyo" is located to the west of Tokyo Tower, Located in a great location overlooking Tokyo Bay to the east, 217 spacious rooms, Executive floor, restaurant & bar, The hotel offers a wide range of facilities, including an infinity pool and one of the largest banquet halls in Tokyo. It is a space where the vitality of the city and the tranquility of the bayside are beautifully harmonized.
Bringing a fresh perspective to the way each and every person works.
"TOKYO WORKation" Work style.
It is expected to improve productivity and refresh workers. A working style called "WORK + vacation." This city will further enhance that power. This is the new work style "TOKYO WORKation." Tokyo's high convenience, Combining the comforts of the sky and the sea. Relax and organize your thoughts, Ideas and possibilities arise. The stimulation of the city and the healing power of nature will energize your business. Your ideal way of working starts here.
"Community Hub of the Town" that connects with the neighborhood
SHOPS & RESTAURANTS
The first to third floors of TOWER S feature a vibrant mix of shops and restaurants adjacent to lush seasonal greenery and refreshing canal views. Designed to be a "Community Hub of the Town" that connects with the neighborhood, the open, welcoming space invites people to gather, relax, and share what they love. It offers a warm setting where everyone can enjoy peaceful moments filled with new encounters and discoveries. The space will also play host to a variety of community events, bringing together a diverse range of people from local workers and residents to tourists, children, and even pets.
A city where one smile can be transformed into social strength, where the city and nature resonate together.
"TOKYO & NATURE"
BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA offers an overwhelming sense of openness with views of the sky and sea. The people gathered here, We create a lifestyle where you can live vibrantly and be yourself.
The convenience of the city and the richness of nature come together. The concept of "TOKYO & NATURE" To every corner of the town.
The sky, the sea and the greenery. Being in contact with the rich nature will heal your mind and body, Full of vitality. And may it become the driving force behind opening up a new tomorrow. "A town that transforms one smile into social strength" This is the future we want to achieve.
Property Features
City and nature. People and people.
And a town that will "connect" a new tomorrow
BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA is Connecting the city and nature, Connecting the Bay Area and central Tokyo, This place is a transportation hub for land, sea and air. We aim to play a role as a hub, serving as the center of new urban development and a base for tourism in Tokyo. City and nature. People and people. And a new tomorrow. We will promote urban development that creates all kinds of connections. Through area management activities involving local governments and private sectors, Improved mobility in Shiba Tokyo Bay and the entire Tokyo Bay area, to promote the movement of residents and visitors, Interaction between people, utilization of local resources, We will provide cultural experiences.
Revitalization of "Shiba Tokyo Bay" through collaboration between three districts
By coming together, the three districts will aim to solve common regional issues and increase the value of the area, carrying out activities such as "new measures to improve mobility," "developing content that makes use of regional resources," and "introducing smart city services."
shipping network
Tokyo's "center," connecting the Bay Area with central Tokyo. Taking advantage of its location close to Hinode Pier and Shibaura Canal, We are working to revitalize water transportation, which is attracting attention as a new means of transportation. It connects waterfront areas throughout the Bay Area. Making the most of the waterfront space, A water-friendly space was designed at the base of the twin towers. In addition to the terrace and dock construction, A new original ship currently under construction is also scheduled to be put into operation. "Hi-NODE" faces the small boat terminal at Hinode Pier. The Blue Ferry is a boat service that connects Harumi with Shibaura and Hinode in about 5 minutes. Water transportation is easily available.
A new symbol of the Tokyo Bay Area
We enlisted famed Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki with the aim of making this a new symbol of the Tokyo Bay Area and building a community of the future that will contribute to enlivening and improving the global competitiveness of not only the surrounding area but the entire city.
Profile of Fumihiko Maki
Born in Tokyo in 1928, Fumihiko Maki studied and taught at the University of Tokyo and Harvard University. In 1965, he established Maki and Associates, where he served as principal. His notable works in Japan include Hillside Terrace, Spiral, Makuhari Messe, Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium, and Kaze-no-Oka Crematorium. Other works outside Japan include MIT Media Lab, Tower 4 of the new World Trade Center, and Mediacorp Campus in Singapore (state-owned media conglomerate). In Japan he has received accolades such as the Architectural Institute of Japan Prize, The Asahi Prize, Mainichi Art Prize, Japan Art Academy Award, and the Praemium Imperiale. His accolades outside Japan include the Pritzker Architecture Prize, Prince of Wales Prize in Urban Design, and UIA and AIA gold medals.
A word from the designer, Fumihiko Maki
Standing on a site overlooking Tokyo Bay through the Shibaura Canal and Hinode Pier, these skyscrapers will undoubtedly offer magnificent views unlike any other in Tokyo. We hope that this will become a hub of the transportation network from Hamamatsucho Station to the sea and Tamachi. We have endeavored to create a place surrounded by lush greenery that grows over time, where people and nature can coexist and develop in a dynamic fashion. While the utilization of these buildings will create a steadfast, iconic landscape that stands the test of time. To that end, I hope that the Shibaura Canal area will continue its evolution in the future so that we may fully appreciate the wonderful nature of Tokyo Bay, whichi has fantastic potential. My promise to everyone who works at and visits these buildings is that we will strive to create a place that inspires a fresh sense of celebration that cannnot be forgotten once it has been experienced.
Maki and Associates
Fumihiko Maki, Design Advisor
Gary Kamemoto, Principal
Sustainability initiatives
Renewable energy
The project will achieve net zero CO2 emissions for the entire block thanks to implementing solar power provided by the Nomura Real Estate Group's energy business and carbon neutral city gas1
1. Carbon neutral city gas is a type of city gas that utilizes liquefied natural gas (CNL) and is deemed to not produce CO2 on a global scale even when burned due to offsetting greenhouse gases produced from the natural gas extraction stage to the burning stage with CO2 credits.
Certifications
The project aims to provide office spaces that prioritize both the health and comfort of office staff and the reduction of CO2. We are actively working to obtain and plan to acquire environmental certifications. In addition, the project was selected as a Leading Project for Sustainable Buildings (CO2 reduction types2) in August 2021.
2. A program by the national government that provides support to leading building projects that contribute to the spread and promotion of leading technology related to reducing energy use and CO2 emissions.
Get across projects
Excellent Green Space Preservation Plan Certification System (TSUNAG): ★★★ (Triple Star) certified
The "Excellent Green Space Preservation Plan Certification System (TSUNAG)" was established by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism in 2024. The system is designed to evaluate and certify excellent green space preservation initiatives undertaken by private businesses and other entities. It evaluates initiatives related to climate change response, biodiversity preservation, and improving well-being.
ABINC Certification: Obtained
A business that has been certified through this screening process is one that has been planned and managed in accordance with the principles of the Guidelines for Promoting Living Creatures Coexistence Businesses, developed by the Japan Business Initiative for Biodiversity (JBIB), and that has also met or exceeded the standard on the land use report card.
Obtained at TOWER S office (including planned dates)
WELL Certification: Platinum rank pre-certification obtained
The WELL Building Standard (WELL Certification) is a building performance evaluation system conducted by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) that focuses on people's health and comfort.
LEED Certification: Gold Rank Certified
LEED is an environmental performance evaluation system for buildings and cities run by the US Green Building Council. It certifies buildings that promote renewable clean energy while taking into consideration the positive impact on people's health while promoting the reduction of energy costs and resources.
CASBEE Architecture S Rank (TOWER S): Obtained
CASBEE (Comprehensive Assessment System for Built Environment Efficiency) is a system that comprehensively evaluates the quality of buildings, including not only environmental considerations such as energy conservation and the use of materials and equipment that have a low environmental impact, but also indoor comfort and consideration for the scenery.
CASBEE Smart Wellness Office S rank: Obtained
The CASBEE Wellness Office Assessment primarily evaluates the environmental performance of buildings to ensure that people working there are healthy and productive. The assessment is primarily focused on office building, and in the case of mixed-use buildings, the assessment is primarily focused on the office portion of the building.
ZEB Oriented: Acquired
ZEB is a system implemented by the Ministry of the Environment that evaluates the net reduction in energy consumption achieved through the use of energy-saving equipment and renewable energy for buildings with a total floor area of 10,000 m2 or more.
In 2025, Nomura Real Estate Group relocated its head office to BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA TOWER S
Nomura Real Estate Group believes that continuous growth of the organization and every individual employee is essential to achieve its 2030 vision, "Be a 'Life & Time Developer,' as never seen before - Becoming a group that maximizes happiness and abundance." As part of these future-oriented initiatives, we relocated our head office to BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA TOWER S in August 2025. Leveraging the high potential of this new location, we will foster a more challenge-driven organizational culture, maximize the performance of both our people and organization, strengthen collaboration across Group companies, and accelerate cross-functional value creation.
Pursuing unprecedented value creation in a city where urban life and nature come together.
Our goal is to accelerate corporate growth and create new value. We are going beyond the boundaries of companies and organizations, connecting our Group for the future. With that vision in mind, we relocated to our new head office around the concept of "CROSS-BORDER For Tomorrow." People gather, connect, and evolve. To provide new value, Nomura Real Estate Group aims for further inter-group collaboration.
Office Space (Work Area)
To bring the "CROSS-BORDER For Tomorrow" concept to life, the office space incorporates a variety of features and systems. The layout naturally draws people and information together, making collaboration effortless. A variety of areas are configured to enable a diverse mix of people to thrive. Our goal is to create a workspace where people come together, connect, and share common values to generate new ideas.
5,000m² per floor with interior stairs connecting upper and lower floors
The new head office brings together companies from across the Nomura Real Estate Group. Multiple floors are linked by interior staircases, allowing employees to move freely through open spaces and choose work styles that suit their goals.
A wall-free, open environment
The office design removes barriers between Group companies and departments, with gentle partitions created using UZU Furniture to subtly define zones within the space. This environment encourages casual communication among employees, fostering collaboration and stronger connections throughout the Group.
Flexible and adaptable UZU Furniture
The workspace is laid out around original, adaptable UZU Furniture, composed of about 42 parts that can be freely rearranged. Desks, displays, benches, and other elements can be combined in countless ways to create gathering spots that naturally encourage communication among employees.
Visitor and Co-Creation Spaces
The 14th and 15th floors serve as visitor and co-creation spaces designed to foster relationships with external partners and spark new ideas. With open views of Shibaura's waterfront and greenery, the space enables people to experience richness and sense a variety of changes. Through exchanges and shared experiences with customers and external businesses, we aim to create a place where new insights and ideas emerge and future business seeds are nurtured.
A co-creation space where people connect and ideas grow
The co-creation area includes amenities such as a drink counter and an "atelier" space where participants can gather around physical plans and drawings to develop ideas together. Designed to foster natural connections, dialogue, and inspiration, the space encourages casual interaction with customers and strengthens relationships as true co-creation partners.
A space for sharing the Group's DNA and shaping the next steps together
This area showcases the past and present of the Nomura Real Estate Group, offering a tangible sense of how it has evolved over time. It helps deepen understanding of the Group through its diverse businesses, initiatives, and guiding principles while reflecting together on its vision for the future and the next steps toward it.