Photo taken in Tokyo's Ginza area on April 12, 2022, shows Nakagin Capsule Tower, the world's first capsule-style architectural building put to practical use, designed by renowned Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa and completed in 1972. Work to dismantle the building due to aging began the same day. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

TOKYO - Demolition work began Tuesday on architect Kisho Kurokawa's Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo, an experimental housing block that had fallen into disrepair since its completion 50 years ago.