Japan's Ambitious Plan: The World's Tallest Skyscraper

As dozens of 'ghost cities' await their future inhabitants, Japan is forging ahead with its relentless building spree. The latest ambitious project shaking up the engineering world is a revolutionary eco-city composed of man-made hexagonal islands. 

This city will boast numerous innovations, from algae farming as a clean energy source to an advanced water transport system. The crown jewel is the Sky Mile Tower — a massive hexagonal skyscraper that will rise 1,700 meters to accommodate 55,000 residents, along with vast shopping centers, restaurants, hotels, health centers, and more. To put this in perspective, the world's current tallest building, in Dubai, stands at a mere 828 meters.  

A simulation of the world's tallest skyscraper (Photo: Daily Mail)

Experts say the project will redefine global building standards, presenting a challenge to far exceed current heights. The Sky Mile, effectively a small city, promises easy access to work for thousands, eliminating long commutes. Algae farming in the surrounding waters will provide renewable energy. Planners assure: "This city will withstand natural disasters such as earthquakes and typhoons." But will it really?

This is how the futuristic eco-city will look (Photo: Daily Mail)

The futuristic skyscraper versus today's skyscrapers (Photo: Daily Mail)