Tenant Leasing Begins for “Nikken Building No. 1,” the First Phase of the “Zenobe” Project
-A massive 14.4-meter-long temporary fence advertisement, created in collaboration with “Tsukushi Boy”—a familiar figure at construction sites—has also gone live-
PRESS RELEASE
2024.10.30
Development Bank of Japan, Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director President and CEO: Seiji Chika; hereinafter “DBJ”), DBJ Asset Management Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director President and CEO: Shoichiro Kubota; hereinafter “DBJAM”), and Nikken Sekkei Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director President and CEO: Atsushi Omatsu, hereinafter “Nikken Sekkei”) have begun tenant leasing activities for “Nikken Building No. 1,” which is undergoing environmental renovations as the first phase of the “Zenobe” project, with completion scheduled for March of next year.In addition, they have begun displaying a massive temporary fence advertisement created in collaboration with “Tsukushi Boy,” a familiar figure at construction sites for approximately 60 years.
About Nikken Building No. 1
DBJ, DBJAM, and Nikken Sekkei are carrying out the “Zero Energy Renovation Project”—known as “Zenobe”—with the aim of establishing and promoting an environmental renovation model to achieve net-zero in the real estate industry. As the first phase of the “Zenobe” project, they are proceeding with environmental renovation work on the “Nikken Building No. 1” in Osaka.
“Nikken Building No. 1” is a seven-story above-ground, one-story underground office building located a five-minute walk from Yodoyabashi Station. It has obtained ZEB Ready certification through a combination of effective measures to reduce environmental impact, such as improving thermal performance and reviewing the capacity and specifications of the HVAC system.Furthermore, while preserving the building’s original architectural character, we aim to create a comfortable office space tailored to future work styles.
“Nikken Building No. 1” is a seven-story above-ground, one-story underground office building located a five-minute walk from Yodoyabashi Station. It has obtained ZEB Ready certification through a combination of effective measures to reduce environmental impact, such as improving thermal performance and reviewing the capacity and specifications of the HVAC system.Furthermore, while preserving the building’s original architectural character, we aim to create a comfortable office space tailored to future work styles.
Property overview
| LOCATION | 4-6-12 Koraibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
|---|---|
| Directions | 5-minute walk from Yodoyabashi Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line 3-minute walk from Higo-bashi Station on the Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line |
| Structure/scale | SRC construction; 1 basement level, 7 stories above ground, 1 penthouse level |
| Completion date | August 1968 |
| Total floor area | 4,140.97 square meters (1,252.64 tsubo) |
| Expected Completion Date | March 2025 |
| Design/Supervision | Nikken Sekkei |
| Construction | Fujiki Construction Co., Ltd. |
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As versatile energy-saving measures, we have improved insulation and downsized and enhanced the efficiency of HVAC equipment. We have also made the south-facing windows openable to allow for natural ventilation. The goal is to encourage environmentally friendly behavior by having residents manually control natural ventilation themselves.To create a comfortable working environment for residents, we also offer optional features that contribute to their well-being and comfort.
During the renovation work, a massive temporary fence advertisement featuring “Tsukushi Boy”—a familiar sight at construction sites for nearly 60 years—will be displayed.
To mark the start of tenant leasing, beginning October 29, during the renovation of “Nikken Building No. 1,”we have partnered with Tsukushi Kobo Co., Ltd. to feature “Tsukushi Boy”—an illustrated sign created in 1966 to depict bowing and convey safety warnings—on a massive 14.4-meter-long advertisement wrapped around the construction site’s temporary fencing.The messages from “Tsukushi Boy” and “Zenobe” will brighten up the walls of the construction site, which can often look rather drab.
Through “Tsukushi-boy”—who is from the same era as the “Nikken Building No. 1,” completed in 1968—we hope to spark interest among passersby in the building’s regeneration as an environmentally friendly structure and in the “Zenobe” initiative.
Through “Tsukushi-boy”—who is from the same era as the “Nikken Building No. 1,” completed in 1968—we hope to spark interest among passersby in the building’s regeneration as an environmentally friendly structure and in the “Zenobe” initiative.
*The "Tsukushi Boy" character is a registered trademark of Tsukushi Kobo Co., Ltd.
The “Xenobe” website and booklet are now available
We have launched a website (https://zenove.jp/) to share information and communicate the objectives of “Zenobe.” In addition to information about “Nikken Building No. 1,” we will also be posting updates on future projects on the website.
The booklet outlines the concept behind “Zenobe” and the thoughts of each participating company regarding the initiative, with the aim of introducing “Zenobe” to a wider audience. It is available on the website, so please take a look.
The booklet outlines the concept behind “Zenobe” and the thoughts of each participating company regarding the initiative, with the aim of introducing “Zenobe” to a wider audience. It is available on the website, so please take a look.
Nikken Sekkei will leverage the expertise in environmental retrofitting accumulated through this collaboration to lead the way toward net-zero cities and buildings, thereby promoting the realization of “Social Environmental Design” that creates diverse value to meet new societal needs.
The DBJ Group will leverage its track record and expertise in investment and financing within the real estate securitization sector to advance business initiatives with Nikken Sekkei and promote the widespread adoption and expansion of environmental retrofit models. At the same time, in collaboration with private financial institutions and other partners, the Group will respond to client needs and support the further revitalization of the real estate finance market.
The DBJ Group will leverage its track record and expertise in investment and financing within the real estate securitization sector to advance business initiatives with Nikken Sekkei and promote the widespread adoption and expansion of environmental retrofit models. At the same time, in collaboration with private financial institutions and other partners, the Group will respond to client needs and support the further revitalization of the real estate finance market.
Contact information for inquiries regarding this press release
株式会社日本政策投資銀行 アセットファイナンス部 電話番号 03-3244-1714
DBJアセットマネジメント株式会社 不動産運用部 電話番号 03-3241-5387
株式会社日建設計 広報室 電話番号 03-5226-3030
DBJアセットマネジメント株式会社 不動産運用部 電話番号 03-3241-5387
株式会社日建設計 広報室 電話番号 03-5226-3030
Contact information for tenant leasing inquiries
シービーアールイー株式会社 ⻄⽇本プロパティマネジメント部 電話番号 06-6292-1910
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