The best rooftops in Tokyo 東京で最高の屋根
Our selection of the best rooftops in Tokyo
Do you want to gain height during your visit to the Japanese capital? The terraces and gardens installed on the roofs make it possible to move away from the activity of the city and are thus all the rage in all the capitals of the world. Here is our selection of the best rooftops in Tokyo: gardens, bars, or restaurants to enjoy an exceptional view of the city...
Ikebukuro Seibu Roof Garden
In the Ikebukuro district, this huge rooftop, one of the largest in Tokyo, welcomes you for a coffee in the sun. You can also have lunch there, the place offering simple dishes such as pizzas or fries. The rooftop even has a garden with a pond , inspired by those of Giverny!
Useful information :
Address : 1-28-1 Minamiikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Hours : 10am-10pm
Access : Ikebukuro station (JR, Seibu, Tobu and Tokyo Metro lines) - access to the rooftop via the Seibu Department Store
In Ikebukuro, a huge roof garden...
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Meguro Sky Garden
The Meguro Sky Garden, built in 2013, is an amazing circular-shaped rooftop park 35 meters above street level. It was designed to hide the junction of two large expressways that pass underneath. The place is perfect for a walk, to play sports, or to admire the sunset.
Useful information :
Address : 1-9-2 Ohashi, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
Hours : 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Access: Ikejiri-ohashi station (Tokyu line), South exit
Read: Parks & Gardens in Japan
View from the Meguro Sky Garden terraces
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Hacienda del Cielo
This restaurant and bar is located near Shibuya, in the quieter area of Daikanyama . On the 9th floor of the Mansard Building, its large and beautiful rooftop terrace offers a breathtaking view of the city and its buildings. The place is as pleasant during the day as in the evening and offers Mexican dishes and drinks. To you the margarita and the nachos!
Useful information :
Address : 10-1 Sarugaku-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Hours : 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday to Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 4 a.m. Friday and Saturday
Access : Daikanyama (Tokyu line) or Shibuya (JR, Tokyu, Keio and Tokyo Metro lines) stations, 9th floor
Rooftop of the Hacienda del Cielo at nightfall
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Omohara Forest
The Omohara Beer Forest is a relaxing place in the heart of one of the trendiest districts of the capital: Harajuku . This beer garden is only open during the summer period, from June to September. Every year, brewer Yonayona Beer Kitchen offers its selection of craft beers such as IPAs. The place, organized in a circle and airy, allows you to relax in a green setting after a frantic shopping session...
Useful information :
Address : 4-30-3 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Opening hours : 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. weekends
Access : Harajuku (JR Yamanote line) or Omotesando (Tokyo Metro lines) stations
To go further: The 7 best beer gardens in Tokyo
The Omohara Beer Garden in summer
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Two Rooms
The Two Rooms Grill & Bar restaurant has a splendid terrace with a panoramic view . Created by a trio of expatriate chefs, this restaurant offers an elegant setting and refined cuisine. The outdoor lounge bar area is bordered by a pool in which the city lights are reflected, for an enchanting moment after dark. Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful rooftops in the city!
Useful information :
Address : 5F AOBuilding, 3-11-7 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Opening hours : restaurant: 11 a.m.-10 p.m., bar: 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m.
Access : Omotesando station (Tokyo Metro lines)
To discover: The best bars with a view in Tokyo
The Two Rooms terrace
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