Akasaka Sacas, an overall entertainment area
All over Tokyo, the redevelopment of areas centering on broadcasting stations is continuing apace. Odaiba Rainbow Town, Sio-Site and Roppongi Hills have all become the popular new places to be. And then in 2008, Akasaka Sacas built by Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. (TBS-TV) was opened as the 4th such area to become a huge entertainment complex within the first-class Tokyo district of Akasaka. This area not only has a TV station, but also has Akasaka Blitz, a music venue attracting famous artists from Japan and abroad, the Akasaka ACT Theater catering to a wide variety of dramas, musicals and kabuki, and the Akasaka Biz Tower for shopping and dining…an amusement complex which continues to bring together and provide many kinds of entertainment.
Very popular seasonal events
Within the entertainment area of Akasaka Sacas, the seasonal events held there are very popular. During the Natsu Sacas (Summer Sacas) held every summer, people can enjoy booths and attractions related to popular TBS programs along with original goods from those shows and a food court. On the special stage, there are also live broadcasts. Also, during the winter event of White Sacas which is held between November and March, the performance of “MusicXTerrace” has been very popular. This light show was created personally by TBS’ artistic team in charge of its music program. The beauty of a winter night is highlighted through music and light. There is a skating rink in the square where skating lessons are also provided. There are tickets for 1 to 4 lessons, so it’s possible that under instruction of a pro, people can learn how to skate smoothly right on the day they attend.