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multi-tenant building; mixed-use commercial building
A building occupied by various unrelated businesses such as bars, restaurants, offices, and clinics, typically found in entertainment and commercial districts. Often older buildings with narrow stairways and multiple small tenants on different floors.
Usage
A distinctly Japanese urban phenomenon. These buildings are common in areas like Shinjuku, Shibuya, and other entertainment districts. They often appear in news reports about fires, as their cramped layouts and multiple tenants create safety concerns.