Takanawa Gateway City Guide: Restaurants, Shopping, Rooftop & Hotel (2026)
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Takanawa Gateway City complete guide for restaurants, shopping, and hotels.
Grand opened on March 28, 2026, Tokyo's newest mixed-use complex
where you can enjoy the NEWoMan shopping mall, rooftop restaurants,
and a 5-star hotel all in one place.
What is Takanawa Gateway?
Takanawa Gateway Station
Opened in March 2020, Takanawa Gateway is the newest station on the Yamanote Line, located between Shinagawa and Tamachi. It was the first new Yamanote Line station in about 49 years.
The station was designed by famous architect Kengo Kuma. It features a large wooden canopy that reinterprets traditional Japanese eave structures, combined with an open glass design.
Tokyo’s New Landmark: Takanawa Gateway City
Directly connected to Takanawa Gateway Station, this is a massive development by JR East with an investment of approximately 600 billion yen. The complex spans about 1.3 km north to south with a total floor area of roughly 840,000 square meters, combining shopping, hotels, and cultural facilities.
Five main areas make up the complex:
- THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH - Shopping mall + JW Marriott Hotel
- THE LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH - Shopping + LUFTBAUM high-rise restaurants
- THE LINKPILLAR 2 MIMURE - Food culture experience + railway heritage
- MoN Takanawa - Art museum & cultural facilities
- Residences
| Name | Takanawa Gateway City (TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY) |
|---|---|
| Access | 2-21 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo 🚇 Keihin-Tohoku Line Takanawa Gateway Station North Exit 🚇 Yamanote Line Takanawa Gateway Station North Exit 🚇 Keikyu Main Line Sengakuji Station Exit A2 (elevator) 🚇 Asakusa Line Sengakuji Station Exit A2 (elevator) 📍 View on Google Maps |
| Free Wi-Fi | Free_TAKANAWA_GATEWAY_CITY |
| Coin Lockers | THE LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH 1F (24h), THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH 1F (24h) |
| ATM | Takanawa Gateway Station (ticket machine area), THE LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH 6F (Lawson ATM), THE LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH 2F (MUFJ Bank) |
THE LINKPILLAR 1 South · JW Marriott Hotel
The South building is the core area with shopping, restaurants, and the hotel — the first place most travelers stop.
✅ NEWoMan Takanawa South (Floors 1-5)
| Luxury Beauty & Perfume | Hermès in Colors [2F], CHANEL [2F], PRADA BEAUTY [2F], JO MALONE LONDON [2F], Santa Maria Novella [2F] |
|---|---|
| Fashion & Lifestyle | Theory [3F], martinique [3F], PELLICO [3F], Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten [5F], 212 KITCHEN STORE [5F] |
📌 Notable stores:
BUNKITSU TOKYO [5F]: A large themed bookstore spanning about 1,000 tsubo with 3 concept cafe lounges inside. An oasis in the city where you can browse books and art at your own pace.
@cosme STORE [4F]: The select shop from @cosme, Japan's largest beauty information site. From affordable to high-end brands, with free testers and consultation available.
✅ Restaurants
Rigo SPANISH ITALIAN [4F]: A popular restaurant originally from Oahu, Hawaii — this is their first Japan location. Charcoal oven tapas and grilled dishes in an open space.
DIYA Modern Indian Dining [4F]: A modern Indian restaurant with stylish interiors. Fragrant curries, biryani, and Indian tapas that pair well with drinks.
Soba Toyoda (蕎麦 豊田) [4F]: A handmade soba restaurant using carefully selected buckwheat flour, made fresh in-house. Crispy tempura with sake and wine on the side.
800°DEGREES [1F]: The legendary pizza spot from LA, baked in an 800°F oven. Customize your own pizza with fresh domestic ingredients.
✅ Cafes & Desserts
TOOTH TOOTH BISTRO [5F]: A famous Kobe dessert specialty shop's first Tokyo location as a bistro cafe. Fresh handmade pasta, freshly baked bread, and original tea paired with desserts.
VERVE COFFEE ROASTERS [1F]: A specialty coffee brand from Santa Cruz, California. Known for bringing out the bright, fruity acidity of the beans.
SOW COFFEE ROASTERS [4F]: A roastery cafe using high-quality beans sourced through direct trade with coffee farms worldwide. Creative barista coffee and seasonal desserts.
LA MAISON DU CHOCOLAT [2F]: Paris's finest luxury chocolatier, founded in 1977. This is the world's largest location — enjoy an indulgent break in the elegant salon.
✅ Takanawa LINK LINE
An outdoor promenade that uses actual railway rails. A nice spot to rest for a bit during shopping.
✅ JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo (Floors 23-30)
The flagship hotel of Takanawa Gateway City, with Tokyo views from the upper floors.
- Approximately 200 rooms
- Restaurant / Spa / Bar
- 30F: Lounge & Bar (night view spot)
THE LINKPILLAR 1 North · LUFTBAUM
The North building features outdoor and lifestyle shopping plus Tokyo's most talked-about rooftop restaurants.
The 28th-29th floor LUFTBAUM is the most satisfying area to visit — views, food, and bars all in one place.
✅ NEWoMan Takanawa North (Floors 1-5)
| Outdoor & Sports | DESCENTE [2F], ARC'TERYX [3F], Barbour [3F], New Balance [3F], SALOMON [4F], HOKA [4F] |
|---|---|
| Lifestyle & Living | BoConcept [1F], MUJI [2F, 3F], Vermicular Flagship Shop [2F] |
| Beauty & Niche Perfume | Aesop [2F], BYREDO [2F], Maison Margiela 'REPLICA' [2F], DIPTYQUE [2F], NOSE SHOP [3F] |
📌 Notable:
Nicolai Bergmann [2F]: A lifestyle store combining flowers, a cafe, a school, and living products. Look for the Takanawa-exclusive limited edition flower boxes.
✅ Restaurants
SUPER RAW [5F]: A multinational food hall with craft beer, spice dishes, ramen, and curry all under one roof.
VERMICULAR RESTAURANT [2F]: A premium bistro that uses cast-iron Vermicular pots and wood-fired ovens for every dish.
✅ Cafes
VERMICULAR POT MADE BAKERY [2F]: Bread baked inside Vermicular pots — crispy on the outside, moist on the inside, about 10 cm in diameter.
Happoen Yogashiten (八芳園洋菓子店) [1F]: The first pastry brand from Happoen, a famous wedding venue. They serve elegant fresh cakes and baked goods.
365 Nichi to COFFEE (365日とCOFFEE) [2F]: The legendary bakery from Yoyogi-Hachiman, known for its long queues. Healthy handmade bread paired with in-house roasted coffee.
Chachasui Ito En (茶々水 伊藤園) [5F]: A premium antenna shop by Ito En, Japan's biggest tea brand. This is the place for an authentic Japanese traditional tea experience.
✅ Rooftop LUFTBAUM (Floors 28-29)
About 100 meters above ground, this is the key viewpoint of Takanawa Gateway City.
During the day you get open city views; at night, the Tokyo skyline lights up — making it the most popular spot for dates and sightseeing alike.
LUFTBAUM’s Two Gardens
① Sui-no-Niwa (桑の庭) — Views of the Shibuya, Shinjuku, and Roppongi Hills skyline, plus Mt. Fuji on clear days.
② Yamabuki-no-Niwa (山吹の庭) — Views of Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Bay, and the Odaiba Rainbow Bridge.
✅ Restaurants (LUFTBAUM)
Wolfgang's Steakhouse [29F]: Founded in 2004 in Manhattan. USDA Prime dry-aged beef cooked in a 900-degree oven. Over 1,000 wines to choose from.
TEPPANYAKI10 TAKANAWA [29F]: Top-grade kuroge wagyu and Tsukiji-sourced ise-ebi lobster, cooked right before your eyes on a teppan grill.
LOOPS [28F]: A lounge dining spot serving original cocktails themed around a "world tour."
Sorato Sakanato Oyster Wharf [28F]: The interior is inspired by a "cave in the sky." Panoramic views from 150 meters up, with fresh oysters sourced from all over Japan and champagne.
The Public Place [28F]: All-day Italian dining. A sunlit terrace during the day; night views after dark. Big tables and private rooms available.
Takanawa Soregashi (高輪それがし) [28F]: Modern Japanese dining from the popular Gotanda/Ebisu izakaya chain "Soregashi." Try their signature menchi-katsu paired with natural wine.
Yakiniku Bovin d'Or [28F]: A new restaurant from the luxury yakiniku brand KINTAN. Top-grade kuroge wagyu sourced from Shibaura market.
GARDEN HOUSE TAKANAWA [28F]: Originally from Kamakura. California-style cuisine with Japanese craft beer.
SUSHI TOKYO TEN 高輪 [28F]: Edomae omakase sushi where seasonal appetizers and sushi are served in alternating courses.
THE LINKPILLAR 2 MIMURE
MIMURE is a space built around hands-on food experiences and exhibitions. It's especially popular for desserts and cafes.
✅ OGAWA COFFEE LABORATORY [2F]
A large complex cafe space from Kyoto's famous Ogawa Coffee. Specialty coffee plus pizza, gelato, and craft beer — over 10 food zones combined into one experiential space.
✅ Restaurants
Sushi Noboru (鮨 上ル) [3F]: From the 100-year-old Tsukiji Tama Sushi lineage. High-end Edomae sushi served in a private room setting.
Gyudon Kikiya (牛丼 㐂㐂屋) [3F]: Luxury gyudon (beef bowl) using only the finest wagyu. Counter-seat dining.
Kamakura Matsubara-an Takanawa (鎌倉 松原庵 高輪) [3F]: Famous handmade soba from Kamakura. Chewy soba with seafood tempura and Kanagawa sake.
PATISSERIE ASAKO IWAYANAGI [3F]: Known for their "jewel parfaits" that draw pre-opening queues. They also have a dessert restaurant for full dessert courses. (MAISON AS opens 4/25)
✅ [Free Exhibition] THE FIRST RAILWAY Exhibition
An exhibition about Japan's first railway and the Takanawa embankment ruins. You can see actual railway artifacts up close.
- Location: THE LINKPILLAR 2 1F Gallery
- Hours: 10:00-19:00 (last entry 18:45)
- Admission: Free
MoN Takanawa
MoN Takanawa opened on March 28, 2026. It's a cultural facility with media exhibitions and a rooftop space — a hidden gem.
| Hours | 10:00-19:00 (Fri/Sat until 21:00) |
|---|---|
| Closed | 2nd Tuesday of each month |
| Admission | Free |
FAQ
Q. How do I get to MoN Takanawa from the station, and how long does it take?
About 5-7 minutes on foot from Takanawa Gateway Station. Most of the route is covered, so it's convenient even on rainy days.
📌 TIP. Getting off at Sengakuji Station puts you even closer to MoN.
Q. Can you see all of Takanawa Gateway City in one day?
Since the complex includes shopping, restaurants, and exhibitions, allow at least half a day to explore comfortably. LUFTBAUM rooftop restaurants and popular omakase spots require advance reservations.
Q. How do you get around inside the city?
Self-driving mobility vehicles circulate inside the complex and can carry up to 3 people. They're available at the "Area Information & Mobility" zone. (Children under 105 cm must be accompanied by an adult.)
Q. Where are the free observation decks?
Two main spots:
① THE LINKPILLAR 1 North rooftop "LUFTBAUM" (28-29F) ➡️ Public Garden
Sui-no-Niwa and Yamabuki-no-Niwa are free to enter. You can enjoy Tokyo views without dining. (Restaurants and bars require separate reservations.)
② MoN Takanawa rooftop ➡️ A quieter spot for relaxing with a view.
From luxury shopping to fine dining to 150-meter night views — a full day isn't enough for this place! Be sure to visit the LUFTBAUM observation deck.
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