While it officially opened to the public in May, April 2012 was the month of "Skytree Fever." The tower had just been completed, and the surrounding Sumida area was buzzing with pre-opening events.
In April 2012, the streets of Harajuku were moving away from the extreme "Decora" styles of the 2000s toward a more refined, "Neo-Gal" and "Dolly" aesthetic.
The PlayStation Vita was in its first spring cycle, and mobile gaming via platforms like GREE and Mobage began to seriously challenge traditional consoles in the daily commute lifestyle. Tokyo Hot N0800 April 2012
April is synonymous with hanami (flower viewing), but in 2012, the mood was distinct. The concept of Kizuna (emotional bonds) was the social theme of the year.
The tower’s "neofuturistic" design combined with traditional Japanese aesthetics set a new tone for the city’s architectural identity. Lifestyle: The Sakura Season and "Kizuna" While it officially opened to the public in
Neighborhoods like Oshiage transformed from quiet residential zones into major tourist hubs overnight.
This was the peak of the "Idol Era." In April 2012, Atsuko Maeda’s announced graduation from AKB48 was arguably the biggest entertainment news story in the country. April is synonymous with hanami (flower viewing), but
Opening in Odaiba in April 2012, this became a lifestyle landmark, famously housing the Life-Sized Gundam statue.