The Rise and Fall of Capsule Tower: What Went Wrong?

Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzIZ8HrzDgc-pNQDUG6avBA/join Nakagin Capsule Tower was once a futuristic symbol of Japan s postwar economic boom. Completed in 1972, this unique building consisted of 140 modular capsules that were intended to be replaced every 25 years, giving it a self-renewing design. However, over time, the building s maintenance was neglected, and it fell into disrepair. Despite attempts to preserve it, the tower is now in danger of being demolished, marking the end of an era for this once-iconic piece of Japanese architecture. The Rise and Fall of Capsule Tower 01:06 The Economic Miracle 02:19 The Urban Explosion 02:55 The Metabolism Architectural Style 04:00 The Expansion of the Metabolism Style 05:21 The Capsule Tower 07:43 The Downfall of Capsule Tower 09:17 What Happened to the Capsules? IT’S HISTORY - Weekly tales of American Urban Decay as presented by your host Ryan Socash. » CONTACT For brands, agencies and sponsorships, please contact us at itshistory@thoughtleaders.io https://www.facebook.com/ITshistoryX https://www.instagram.com/ryansocash/ » CREDIT Scriptwriter - Brent Sapp Editor - Piotr Kubiak, Host - Ryan Socash » SOURCES https://www.facebook.com/groups/itshistory/ » NOTICE Some images may be used for illustrative purposes only - always reflecting the accurate time frame and content. Events of factual error / mispronounced word/spelling mistakes - retractions will be published in this section.