Constructed by building tycoon Minoru Mori. Mori's stated vision was to build an integrated development where high-rise inner-urban communities allow people to live, work, play, and shop in proximity to eliminate commuting time.
Well, I'm not a mall person so head directly up to the top and check out the family's private run contempoary art center which is always impressive, edgy and inspirational!
This is their mission:
1. To present diverse forms of artistic expression, regardless of genre.
2. To assemble a collection of high-quality contemporary art from Asia.
3. To pioneer a new kind of art museum that is intellectually stimulating as well as friendly and readily accessible to the public.
4. To contribute to the growth of an audience for contemporary art, and to help invigorate the art industry.
5. To work freely with local entities, exploring new possibilities for mutually beneficial collaboration.
YES!
http://www.mori.art.museum/eng/index.html
When you get museums tickets you also get a free trip to the impressive observation deck with the tallest view of Tokyo.
And hang out in one of the sky lounges or bars to cleanse you mind after! It's a must.
