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Cross-section of Tokyo Sky Tree

Tokyo Sky Tree, set to be completed in 2011, has already claimed the title as Japan’s tallest building. This is no small architectural feat. From a layman’s point of view, one of the first things that comes to mind is the dangers of erecting such a tall structure in an location prone to so much seismic activity.

Insiders are saying that now is the time to invest as property prices in Japan are poised to climb, with Blackstone planning a large asset purchase with a face value of 100 billion yen ($1.16 billion). Acquisitions by JREITs have doubled from last year as they look to expand their portfolios.

According to a source quoted by Bloomberg, Blackstone Group LP is planning to make its debut entry into Japan by purchasing Morgan Stanley Japan’s real estate assets