Summer: The season of barbeques & beer gardens! Today we’re recommending you rooftop terraces in Tokyo! (Part 8)

05.June.2017 | FEATURES / FOOD / SPOT

Think of summer and a barbeque and beer garden immediately come to mind. Whilst enjoying a barbeque or a beer by the sea or river is nice, there are many of us who yearn for a lovely view from an open rooftop terrace. Today we bring you our 8th list of summer recommendations – a rooftop barbeque and beer garden!

 

Jinnanken BBQ Beer Garden in Shibuya

Located just a 3 minute walk away from Shibuya station, on the roof of the restaurant “Jinnanken” is a beautiful open terrace with a wonderful atmosphere. Enjoy specially selected barbeque ingredients with a chilled beer whilst gazing over the gorgeous night-time scenery of the city at your own pace.

Information:

Jinnanken BBQ Beer Garden

Limited period:10th May(Weds)~ 24th September(Sun)

Address: Navi Shibuya rooftop, 1-20-5, Jinnan, Shibuya, Tokyo

TEL:03-5784-4455

Opening hours:Weekdays – 17:00 ~ 23:00 Weekends & national holidays – 16:00 ~ 23:00

Holidays:None ※ The restaurant may close due to bad weather

URL       http://beergarden.jinnanken.com/

 

 

 “American diner DEMODE QUEEN” in Shibuya

This is located on the roof of the building that is at the entrance of the Oku Shibuya area. Nothing can beat the feeling of freedom on this terrace. Whilst overlooking the busy city, feel the natural breeze in this luxurious space. This Shibuya top class, wide terrace is approximately 200m2 in size. You can seat yourself at a table or relax on a sofa. There are also many seating areas arranged to match the scenery to maximize your experience.

Information:

DAMODE QUEEN Rooftop Terrace

Limited open period:1st May(Mon)~ 30th September 2017(Sat)(Provisional plan)

Opening hours:Sunday ~ Thursday 11:30~23:00 (Last orders)/ Friday, Saturday 12:00~26:00 (Last orders)

Address:4F, Shibuya Udagawacho building, 37-35, Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo

TEL  :03-6427-8567

https://www.kiwa-group.co.jp/restaurant/51/

 

 

Roof Top Beer Garden Yadoviga in Ebisu

On the roof of Atre Ebisu, lies the “Atre aerial flower garden”. The garden is coloured with vivid and mysterious plants and flowers. Brand hunter Seijun Nishihata managed the making of this wonderful rooftop beer garden called “Yadoviga”. A variety of 7 drinks made from vegetables, herbs and fruits from the botanical beer garden are on limited offer, available only for the beginning of summer.

 

For more information, check out this link:Let’s enjoy the tropical atmosphere in Ebisu Atre’s rooftop beer garden – “Yadwigha!” A “Botanical Beer Garden” fair will be held.

 

Information:

Roof Top Beer Garden Yadoviga

Limited open period:28th April (Fri) 〜30th September (Sat) ※Not open on rainy days ※GREEN discount:29th May(Mon)~15th June(Thurs)(Provisional and subject to change)

Access: Atre aerial flower garden, Atre Ebisu Nishikan rooftop, 1-6-1, Ebisu-minami, Shibuya, Tokyo

Tel::050-3187-3173

Opening hours:Monday 〜 Thursday 17:00 ~ 23:00 (Last entry time: 21:00) / Friday 〜 Sunday & national holidays: 16:00~23:00 (Last entry time: 21:00)

WEB:http://www.bistro-shiro.com/yadwigha/

Reservation form:http://www.bistro-shiro.com/yadwigha/reserve2017/

 

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TOKYO SKY RESORT WILD BEACH SHINJUKU in Shinjuku

 

Visit the roof of Shinjuku LUMINE EST and you will find a white beach café in a gorgeous pink atmosphere. The beach was made using 15 tons of white sand. This is the first time the business has ever implemented this idea. The signature colour “royal pink” has been used to create a holiday feeling – relax on a beach bed or a sofa and you will feel like you are at a beach resort.

Information:

TOKYO SKY RESORT WILD BEACH SHINJUKU

Opens:29th April 2017

Opening hours: Weekdays:  11:00 ~ 23:00 Weekends & national holidays: 11:00 ~ 22:30

Fixed holidays: To prepare the rooftop ※ Closed during bad weather  ※ No smoking

Address:3-38-1, Shinjuku, Tokyo, 〒160-0022

Shinjuku LUMINE EST rooftop: Exit Shinjuku station east exit and use the northern elevator once you exit the ticket barriers.

URL : http://wildbeach.jp/

 

 

R-SHRIMP THE ROOFTOP TERRACE in Shinjuku

Just a 3-minute walk from Shinjuku station, followed by a short walk along Yasukuni street leads you to “SUZUYA”. Go to the top floor of this building and you will arrive at the ROOFTOP TERRACE. Before your eyes is the urban sub centre of Shinjuku. With a craft beer in one hand, and stuffing shrimps in your mouth with the other, elevate yourself from the busy city life to enjoy a bit of premium “you time”.

Ifnroamtion:

R-SHRIMP THE ROOFTOP

Address:11th floor, SUZUYA building, 1-23-15, Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, 〒160-0021

Tel:03-3202-2225

Opening hours:Tuesday ~ Saturday:  17:00 ~ 23:00

     Sundays & national holidays: 15:00 ~ 22:00

https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1304/A130401/13193781/

 

 

 “Rooftop beer garden Tokyo Kosora” in Shinjuku

On the 19th floor of LUMINE Shinjuku every year, the rooftop Tokyo Kosora has a makeover. This year’s concept is “Tokyo Modern”. This is the perfect opportunity for people of different nationalities and ages to interact, whilst enjoying the all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink menus in the beer garden on a pleasant rooftop.

Information:

Rooftop beer garden Tokyo Kosora

Limited open period:11th May(Thurs)~ 9th October 2017(Mon)

Address:LUMINE Rooftop 19th floor, LUMINE Shinjuku, 1-1-5, Nishi- Shinjuku, Tokyo

Reservations and queries: 050-3187-3235

Opening hours:<Monday ~ Friday >17:00~23:00 (Last orders for food : 21:00/Drinks last orders: 90 mins after opening) <Weekends & national holidays>16:00 ~ 23:00 (Food last orders: 21:00/ Drinks last orders: 90 mins after opening)

Capacity:208 seats

Fixed holiday:Decided by LUMINE

Website (Open from 28th April):http://tokyo-kosora.jp/

Reservations URL:http://tokyo-kosora.jp/reserve2017/

 

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“BEER GRILL GRAN BLANCin Ginza

 

This place does not take reservations and is very popular. The BEER & GRILL GRAN BLANC is collaborating with Roast Bal Maruushimito. The craft beer, which is sourced from different countries, and the one-coin tapas are the main attractions on the menu. With a stylish neon theme, videos and background music, this NY style beer garden is the perfect atmosphere.

Information:

Beer garden & beer hall GRAN BLANC(9th, 10th floor and roof)

Address: (Reception: 10th floor), Ginza First five building 10th floor/roof, 1-5-10, Ginza, Chuo, Tokyo

Access:Underground Ginza line「Ginza station」3 min walk from A13 exit, Yurakucho line「Ginza-itchome station」1 min walk from exit 6

JR Yurakucho station – 4 mins walk from Kyobashi station

Limited open period: Entire building /Mon – Fri  17:00~23:30 (Last orders:  23:00)

Entire building /Weekends & national holidays: 12:00~23:00 (Last orders: 22:00) ※ Entirely on a reservation basis

Capacity  :9th floor – 70 seats 10th floor – 62 seats Roof – 30 seats

Limited open period: Roof beer garden: 5th June 2017(Mon)~ 29th September 2017(Fri)

The roof beer garden will be closed on rainy days

http://www.gran-blanc.com/

 

 “ARK Hills South Tower ROOFTOP LOUNGE” in Roppongi

Whether you’re on the way back from work or a date, pop by the ROOFTOP LOUNGE. This is the perfect spot to enjoy a spontaneous barbeque. Tongs and other equipment and ingredients have already been prepared so this spot has increased in popularity among foreigners and travellers. Feel the warmth and comfort of the city along with the night breeze whilst feasting on a special barbeque!

 

For more information, check out this link:【Tokyo Dinner】You can do barbecue without taking any ingredient or tools even on your way back from work or date!

Information:

ARK HILLS SOUTH TOWER ROOFTOP LOUNGE

Address: ARK HILLS SOUTH TOWER ROOFTOP GARDEN SKYPARK, 1-4-5, Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo

Tel:03-5549-1550

Hours:Weekdays: 17:00~23:00 (Weekends & national holidays) May – June: 12:00 ~ 23:00 / July – September: 16:00 ~ 23:00

Holidays:None

※ Up until 30th September, the garden Skypark may close on rainy days.

URL:http://arkhills.beergardens.jp/

 

So, how about it? This summer take the opportunity to spend time on a spacious terrace or rooftop, eat barbeques and relax in the beer gardens!

 

Original text by:Ellie Howlett

Translator:Samantha Fernandes

 

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