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Ebisu Garden Place Tower Achieves DBJ Green Building Certification

In a remarkable feat, the Ebisu Garden Place Tower, operated by Sapporo Real Estate Development Co., Ltd., has received the highest accolade of 5 stars under the DBJ Green Building Certification for office buildings. This noteworthy achievement marks the first instance in Japan where an office building over 30 years old has garnered such recognition.

Understanding DBJ Green Building Certification

Initiated by the Development Bank of Japan (DBJ) in April 2011, the DBJ Green Building Certification program supports properties considerate of environmental and social factors. It assesses various aspects, including environmental performance, cooperation with tenants and the community, and seismic resilience, ultimately ranking properties across five tiers.

The Legacy of Ebisu Garden Place Tower

Completed in August 1994, the tower stands as a landmark in Ebisu. Over the past three decades, it has continuously enhanced its value through innovative management and improvements. The attainment of the 5-star rating signifies its position among the top 10% of buildings that demonstrate exceptional consideration for environmental and social impacts in the country.

Key Evaluation Factors

Among the numerous evaluation criteria, the tower excelled particularly in the following areas:
1. Community & Diversity: This includes the installation of all-gender restrooms, a museum showcasing the history of the neighborhood and the Sapporo Brewery, and obtaining SEGES certification for its facility green spaces, which emphasize diversity among users, the surrounding environment, and biodiversity.
2. Resilience: The building has enhanced its disaster preparedness through initiatives like adopting a three-line power supply system, constructing a tuned mass damper on the rooftop, installing an emergency generator capable of supplying electricity to exclusive areas, and establishing an agreement with Shibuya City to support people struggling to return home during emergencies.

A Commitment to Safety and Sustainability

Following the achievement of the S Rank in the CASBEE-Wellness Office Evaluation in August 2023, this recent DBJ Green Building 5-star certification underscores the company’s long-standing dedication to safety and environmental outreach.

The Ebisu Garden Place Tower aims to continue its efforts in enhancing community appeal and contributing to sustainable development through active involvement in urban development. The road ahead is focused on reinforcing these initiatives to further consolidate its standing as a leader in responsible real estate development.

Certification Overview

• - Certification Type: DBJ Green Building Certification (Office Building Version)
• - Certification Date: June 23, 2025
• - Ranking: 5 stars (the first instance for office buildings over 30 years in Japan at the time of certification)
• - Location: 4-20-3 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
• - Building Specifications: 40 floors above ground, 5 below, total floor area of 162,123 m² (excluding multipurpose hall)
• - Construction Date: August 1994

The Ebisu Garden Place Tower stands as a beacon of sustainable architecture, and its accomplishments highlight the importance of forward-thinking in real estate management, showcasing how buildings can harmoniously blend functionality with environmental responsibility.