They don’t build many skyscrapers in Tokyo compared to its population: Tokyo has 173 skyscrapers at 14 million people, Chicago has 137 skyscrapers at less than

They don’t build many skyscrapers in Tokyo compared to its population: Tokyo has 173 skyscrapers at 14 million people, Chicago has 137 skyscrapers at less than 3 million. Most of the housing is 10-15 stories, under 150 meters. Tokyo has made huge investments in transportation, but a lot of that is private. They also have a multi billion dollar drainage system needed to keep the city from flooding. HK is the gold standard for skyscraper living, if that’s what you are into. It is still very expensive though.