Erected in the 1960s to bring energy and harmony to the bustling Sukiyabashi area, the Young Clock Tower is a striking creation by legendary Japanese artist Taro Okamoto. The 25-foot cylindrical monument is adorned with radiating gold and silver cones and features an expressive, stylized clock face whose hands form ever-shifting facial features throughout the day. At night, the sculpture glows with dynamic colored illumination designed to represent human passion and boundless time. Widely regarded as a spiritual predecessor to Okamoto's iconic Tower of the Sun in Osaka, it offers modern art enthusiasts a delightful open-air discovery amid Tokyo's high-end shopping district.
- Architecture
- Clock Towers
- Public Art
- Sculptures
- Taro Okamoto
- Modern Art
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