In summer, rooftop bars are a must – but we love them all year round. Offering incredible views of the city to pair with your drink, these Tokyo rooftop bars are the ideal hangouts in the sky!
1. The Roof, Shibuya Sky
The tallest of Tokyo’s rooftop bars, The Roof, has reopened for visitors. The Roof is now a regular fixture in Tokyo, tending to open in early May and stick around until Christmas before going into hibernation for the winter. It’s directly connected to Shibuya Station so access is easy, and the views from the escalator – the tallest outdoor escalator in Japan – are incredible on the way up. It’s very popular with locals and tourists alike, so booking in advance is strongly recommended, especially if you’d like a seat on the comfy sofas.
2-24-12, Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (accessed from Shibuya Station)
2. Restaurant LUKE with SKY LOUNGE
The 47th floor of St. Luke’s Garden Tower is where you’ll find this rooftop bar, which commands views across to Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Skytree. It’s only open on weekdays for lunch and evening sessions, so why not enjoy it with a meal after work?
47th floor, St. Luke’s Garden, 8-1 Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
3. Bistro Franky Hotel
A four-minute walk from the west exit of Ebisu Station, the building’s fifth floor features a rooftop bar that overlooks Tokyo Tower and Garden Place. The food menu has some appealing options, and their selection of imported wines and Japanese whiskies is good too.
5F Time Zone Terrace Building, 1-17-17 Ebisu-Minami, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
📞050-5869-7416
4. a-bridge Sangenjaya
Rooftop bars are a rare commodity in Sangenjaya, where many small stores are crammed together. Rather than the typical Tokyo skyline view found at other rooftop bars, here the focus is on enjoying the night breeze in a relaxing and casual atmosphere with friends.
Sangen Building RF, 2-14-12 Sangenjaya, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
📞03-3418-5013
5. TWO ROOMS Grill | Bar
Omotesando’s rooftop bar and restaurant is deserving of a spot on our list. Since its opening in 2009 on the 5th floor of the Ao Building, it has been a firm favourite among locals and tourists alike for the excellent food menu and the views across Minato-ku.
AO Bldg. 5F, 3-11-7 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
*Opening hours and holidays are subject to change. Before visiting, please check the official website for the latest information in advance.