Midland Square, Nagoya

Midland Square, officially known as the Toyota-Mainichi Building, is a prominent skyscraper in the Meieki district of Nakamura-ku, Nagoya. Since its opening in early 2007, it has stood as the tallest building in Nagoya with a height of 247 meters (810 feet). This towering structure surpasses the nearby JR Central Towers.

The building houses the offices of major companies such as Toyota Motor Corporation, Towa Real Estate, and Mainichi Shimbun. Midland Square is also a hub of commercial activity, featuring a shopping center with 60 high-end stores, two automobile showrooms, and a cinema complex. Notably, it boasts Japan's highest open-air observation deck.

A unique feature of Midland Square is its double-floored elevators, which transport visitors to the top in just 40 seconds. The building's name is derived from the Chūbu region, meaning "central region," of which Nagoya is the capital.

Midland Square comprises a 47-story office tower with six basement levels and a six-story, five-basement commercial tower. The office tower not only provides office space but also features Midland Hall, an urban space offering convenience and comfort, and the Sky Promenade, the tallest outdoor observation platform in the Tokai area. Additionally, the Sky Restaurant on the upper floors allows diners to enjoy meals with stunning views of Nagoya.

Tourists are particularly drawn to the Sky Promenade, an open-air observation deck on the top three floors of the 46-storey building, offering panoramic views of Nagoya. Key landmarks visible from the Sky Promenade include the JR Central Towers, Nagoya Castle, and Nagoya Port. The 41st and 42nd floors house exquisite restaurants that serve a variety of Japanese and international cuisines, providing diners with impressive aerial views of the city.