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1. Comparison Between Tokyo & Berlin

2. Tokyo Berlin

3. Rebuilt after WWII, rapid post-war growth, organic expansion, mixed with modern & traditional elements. Severely damaged in WWII, divided by Berlin Wall (1961-1989), reunified city with planned redevelopment. Urban History Tokyo Berlin

4. Also Polycentric but with stronger defined city center — Mitte as historical core, strong urban districts. Polycentric — multiple commercial & cultural hubs ( Shinjuku , Shibuya , Ginza , etc. City Form

5. Blend of futuristic, modern, and traditional; frequent rebuilding due to disasters.. Preserved historical architecture (pre-war buildings), modern additions with regulated skyline. Architecture Character Tokyo Berlin

6. Highly efficient transit — U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams, cycling infrastructure, walkable city. World-class public transport — extensive metro (Tokyo Metro & JR Lines), pedestrian-friendly, but car congestion in outer areas. Transportation

7. Organic, decentralized, complex street networks, mixed land uses, layered infrastructure. Planned, grid-like in many areas, wide boulevards, defined historical cores, structured neighborhoods. Urban Layout Density Extremely high density, vertical expansion (high-rises), compact living spaces. Moderate density, horizontal expansion, large open spaces, mix of mid-rise buildings.