Tokyo in 2025 is gearing up for an exciting year of new openings! Numerous unique facilities are scheduled to debut, and in this article, we'll introduce some of the spots set to open in Tokyo in 2025. Read on to discover places you'll want to visit on your next trip to Tokyo!
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[Opening March 2025] TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY
The grand opening of "TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY," dubbed "the largest town development project in JR East's history," will take place in March 2025.
TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY consists of four main structures: the twin towers "THE LINKPILLAR 1," directly connected to JR Yamanote Line's Takanawa Gateway Station; "THE LINKPILLAR 2," adjacent to Sengakuji Station with offices and commercial facilities; the multi-purpose cultural facility "MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives"; and the residential complex "TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY RESIDENCE."
As the first phase, the twin towers of "THE LINKPILLAR 1," directly connected to the station, will open in March 2025.
In "THE LINKPILLAR 1," the SOUTH building's 1st to 5th floors and the NORTH building's 1st to 5th, 28th, and 29th floors, along with parts of "THE LINKPILLAR 2," will host the commercial facility "NEWoMan Takanawa," managed by Lumine. A partial opening will take place first, with the full opening scheduled for fall of the same year. Additionally, the upper floors of the SOUTH building will welcome "JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo," a luxury hotel making its debut in the Tokyo metropolitan area, in fall 2025.
The complex will also house a "TAKANAWA GATEWAY Travel Service Center" in THE LINKPILLAR 1. This center will cater to tourists by offering ticket reservations and arrangements while featuring interactive content that highlights the attractions of the East Japan region and Takanawa area through large touch signage.
Moreover, the new station on the JR Yamanote Line between Shinagawa and Tamachi, "Takanawa Gateway Station," will fully open. This station is the 30th station on the Yamanote Line.
Illumination Programs, Fountain Shows, and Historical Exhibitions
The various buildings are designed to resemble sailing ships awaiting their journey along the coastline, with dynamic lighting performances planned for the entire area.
During the town's development, artifacts from the early Meiji era, such as the "Takanawa Embankment," were unearthed. The 7th bridge section and park area of this nationally designated historic site are set to be preserved and opened to the public by fiscal year 2027. Additionally, the "Embankment Gallery," introducing the history of Japan's railway development and modernization, is scheduled to open.
Address: 2-21 Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo
- Access: Direct connection to Takanawa Gateway Station on the JR Yamanote Line
- Official Website: https://www.takanawagateway-city.com/
[Opening February 2025] BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA
Located in Shibaura 1-chome, Minato City, Tokyo, the "BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA" project involves rebuilding the "Hamamatsucho Building" into a brand-new complex. Centered around the construction of twin towers—the S and N towers, standing approximately 230 meters tall—this development leverages its waterfront location to create and promote a distinctive waterside lifestyle. It also aims to connect Tokyo's bay area through this innovative project, which spans over a decade of large-scale mixed-use development.
In February 2025, the S Tower of the twin towers is scheduled to open. Its first to third floors will feature shops and dining options, while the 7th to 33rd and 35th to 42nd floors will host Japan's first "Fairmont Hotel," a luxury brand. (The N Tower is planned to open in fiscal year 2030.)
The commercial facilities will be located on the lower levels, seamlessly integrated with the Shibaura Canal, a boat pier, and a green promenade connecting to Hamamatsucho Station. The space will include waterfront balconies, terraces surrounded by greenery, and other natural elements. Around 40 establishments, mainly restaurants, are planned for this area.
Beyond Rebuilding: Pier Facilities and New Water Routes
This project goes beyond rebuilding to capitalize on its proximity to Hinode Pier and the Shibaura Canal, which flows through the Shibaura area. It includes constructing pier facilities and developing new water routes, invigorating water transportation as a novel means of transit. By enhancing the vitality of waterfront areas and connecting various points across the bay area, the initiative seeks to foster lively waterfront activities.
By spring 2025, the project will be linked to a green promenade connecting to Hamamatsucho Station. A pedestrian-only path with a roof will provide stress-free access to BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA even in bad weather.
- Address: 1-1-1 Shibaura, Minato City, Tokyo, 105-0023
- Access:
- 7-minute walk from the South Exit of JR and Tokyo Monorail Hamamatsucho Station
- 12-minute walk from Exit B2 of Daimon Station on the Toei Oedo and Asakusa Lines, 10-minute walk from the West Exit of Hinode Station on the Yurikamome Line
- Official Website: https://www.bluefrontshibaura.com/
【Opening July 1, 2025】Fairmont Tokyo
The "Fairmont Tokyo," a luxury hotel brand with around 90 properties in cities such as San Francisco, New York, Vancouver, Shanghai, and London, will open its first location in Japan on July 1, 2025. The hotel will be housed in the S Tower of BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA, occupying the 1st, 4th, and 35th to 43rd floors.
Eastward View of Rainbow Bridge, Westward View of Tokyo Tower
Nestled along the shores of Tokyo Bay, the Fairmont Tokyo offers a prime location with panoramic views—Rainbow Bridge to the east and Tokyo Tower to the west.
The hotel features 217 guest rooms, including 29 suites, as well as an executive lounge, five restaurants, two bars, four outdoor terraces, a sky chapel, a sky banquet hall, a grand ballroom, a spa, a signature infinity pool, an outdoor relaxation pool, and fitness facilities.
The lobby is located on the first floor, while the 35th floor hosts the reception, concierge, and an outdoor terrace. Also on the 35th floor are the spa, gym, and wellness facilities, which include a 20-meter indoor infinity pool, mist and dry saunas, an outdoor relaxation pool, and a sun deck.
Dining options include an all-day dining restaurant and lobby lounge on the 35th floor, a teppanyaki and sushi restaurant on the 36th floor, and a specialty bar and restaurant on the 43rd floor, which also houses a listening bar and an additional bar. The 43rd floor is home to a sky chapel and banquet hall with an open kitchen, both offering breathtaking views of Tokyo Bay.
The interior design is crafted by Bar Studio, a Melbourne-based and internationally acclaimed design studio.
- Address: 1-1-1 Shibaura, Minato City, Tokyo, 105-0023
- Access:
- 7-minute walk from the South Exit of JR and Tokyo Monorail Hamamatsucho Station
- 12-minute walk from Exit B2 of Daimon Station on the Toei Oedo and Asakusa Lines
- 10-minute walk from the West Exit of Hinode Station on the Yurikamome Line
- Official Website: https://www.fairmont.jp/tokyo/
[Opening Autumn 2025] TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO
Opening in fall 2025 in the Aomi district of Koto City, TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO will stand on the east side of the former Palette Town site (the former location of Toyota's Mega Web showroom). It is conveniently located within walking distance of both Tokyo Teleport Station on the Rinkai Line and Aomi Station on the Yurikamome Line. The arena will feature one basement level, six above-ground levels, and a seating capacity of approximately 10,000.
TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO is designed not just for sports but also to accommodate various events such as concerts and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions). Its standout features include a massive LED vision screen that amplifies the excitement and emotion of live entertainment, as well as an unparalleled spectator experience thanks to premium hospitality services. This venue aims to showcase new cultural trends from Tokyo to the world.
Main Arena, Sub-Arena, and Lounges for Every Need
The main arena is thoughtfully designed so that all spectator seats face directly toward the court, ensuring an excellent viewing experience from any angle. The arena also offers premium hospitality areas, such as a premium lounge, terrace suites, and a club lounge. Additional facilities include a sub-arena, an outdoor basketball court, and Joint Park—a space intended for events and activities.
TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO will serve as the home arena for Alvark Tokyo, a professional basketball team in B.LEAGUE Division 1. It will also host various other sporting events, music performances, and diverse events.
- Address: 1-chome, Aomi, Koto City, Tokyo, 135-0064
- Access:
- 4-minute walk from Aomi Station on the Yurikamome Line, 6-minute walk from Tokyo Teleport Station on the Rinkai Line
- Official Website: https://www.toyota-arena-tokyo.jp/
[Opening Spring 2025] CREVIA BASE Tokyo
ILocated in the Shin-Toyosu area, the iconic circular theater formerly known as "IHI Stage Around Tokyo," which closed in December 2023, will reopen as "CREVIA BASE Tokyo" in spring 2025. Its inaugural event will feature "The Pharaoh Ramses Exhibition: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh," organized by NEON JAPAN.
NEON Group specializes in producing globally renowned entertainment experiences, partnering with major entities like The Walt Disney Company and Marvel Entertainment. It has a vast portfolio of intellectual property licenses related to cultural treasures and blockbuster films such as "Jurassic World" and "Avatar". Its exhibitions on Ramses II, Machu Picchu, and other world heritage artifacts have been showcased across the globe.
"The Pharaoh Ramses Exhibition: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh" will feature over 180 precious artifacts, making their debut in Asia. These include the wooden coffin of Ramses II, the longest-reigning pharaoh in ancient Egyptian history and ruler of the 19th Dynasty, as well as luxurious golden treasures symbolizing his reign.
Visitors can also take a virtual reality tour of two of Ramses II's most iconic monuments: the "Abu Simbel Temples" and the "Tomb of Nefertari," his beloved queen. This immersive experience allows you to "fly" through temples and sandstorms using motion chairs, enhancing the sense of adventure (additional charges apply for this experience, separate from the admission fee).
- Address: 6-4-25 Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo, 135-0061
- Access:
- 1-minute walk from Shijo-mae Station on the Yurikamome Line
- Official Website:
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【Opened in April 2024】Harajuku・Omotesando｜Tokyu Plaza Harajuku "Harakado"
In April 2024, a new commercial facility, Tokyu Plaza Harajuku "Harakado," opened right in front of Meiji-Jingumae
This facility, established as a new hub for Harajuku culture, includes a variety of stores created by local designers, an international food court, a rooftop terrace, a beauty salon, and even a public bath. Spanning nine floors, from the basement to the rooftop terrace on the seventh floor, it houses 75 shops. Visitors can immerse themselves in Tokyo's latest trends in cosmetics, fashion, and gourmet food while simultaneously experiencing a wide range of art, including paintings and photographs.
"Kosugi-yu Harajuku" A New Sento Experience by a Long-Established Bathhouse
Making headlines is "Kosugiyu Harajuku," created by the long-established sento (public bathhouse) "Kosugiyu" from Koenji, Tokyo. This facility was designed with the concept of a "town centered around a sento."
The facility offers a soft "milk bath," a hot bath with temperatures of 42-43 degrees Celsius, and a cold bath. Visitors can enjoy the "alternating bath," switching between the hot and cold baths to help recover from fatigue. There is also a drink stand where you can enjoy draft beer, and a space to try various beauty and health appliances like facial steamers and head spas. It's the perfect spot to unwind and refresh from your travels.
※Depending on the congestion situation, there may be times when some areas are not open to the public. Please check the official website for detailed business hours.
👉【Tokyo 2024 Latest Spot】Tokyu Plaza Harajuku "Harakado" opens in Harajuku/Omotesando area!
- Address: 6-31-21, Jingumae, Shibuya-ku
- Access: 4 minutes walk from JR "Harajuku Station", 1 minute walk from Tokyo Metro "Meiji Jingumae
Station" - Official Website:
- 【Tokyu Plaza Harajuku "Harakado"】https://harakado.tokyu-plaza.com/
- 【Kosugiyu Harajuku】https://kosugiyu-harajuku.jp/
【Opened in March 2024】Odaiba | Immersive Fort Tokyo
In March 2024, "Immersive Fort Tokyo" opened on the site of the
mall "Venus Fort" in Odaiba. It is the world's first immersive theme park, with over 20 attractions that allow you to dive into the world of movies and games as a character.
Not only you will enjoy watching, but also experience an unparalleled sense of immersion by advancing the story in cooperation with various characters. Whether it's walking through a full-fledged mystery world or joining a party scene straight out of a musical film, there's plenty to keep you entertained. As it's an all-weather, fully indoor facility, you can enjoy it even on rainy days.
Spotlight on Collaborations with Popular Anime "Oshi no Ko" and "Tokyo Revengers"!
For those who love Japanese anime, don't miss the 'Oshi no Ko Immersive Rally', themed on the popular anime "Oshi no Ko", and the 'Tokyo Revengers Immersive Escape', in collaboration with "Tokyo Revengers".
Not only can you see the characters from the original work, such as members of Tokyo Manji Gang and B-Komachi, up close as they perform right in front of you, but there's no doubt that fans will be thrilled by the adventure of solving mysteries while touring the entire area!
- Address: 1-3-15, Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo
- Access: Directly connected to "Aomi Station" on the Yurikamome Line, 3 minutes walk from "Tokyo Teleport Station" on the Tokyo Rinkai High-Speed Railway
- Official Website: https://immersivefort.com/
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【Opened in March 2024】Toyosu・Harumi｜Mitsui Shopping Park LaLa Terrace HARUMI FLAG
The lifestyle commercial facility, "Mitsui Shopping Park LaLa Terrace HARUMI FLAG," consists of three floors from the 1st to the 3rd floor. Approximately 40 stores are located in the "Daily Market (1F)" with a supermarket, the "Daily Select (2F)" with retail and dining establishments, and the "Well-being (3F)" that supports daily life.
Given that it is located on the site of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games Athletes' Village, the attached "TEAM JAPAN 2020 VILLAGE" also serves as a satellite base for the Japan Olympic Museum, displaying valuable items such as the "Olympic Torch Relay Torch".
A Variety of Supermarkets and Restaurants for the Whole Family to Enjoy
On the first floor, you'll find "Summit," one of the largest supermarkets in Tokyo. It's perfect for picking up Japanese groceries, ready-made meals, and bento boxes to enjoy back at your hotel.
Meanwhile, the second floor features a 100-yen shop "Daiso," a drugstore "Matsumoto Kiyoshi," and family-friendly restaurants like "Royal Host" and "Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream." This diverse range of dining options ensures enjoyment for all ages. This spot is ideal for both souvenir hunting during your Japan trip and family outings.
- Address: 5-2-31 Harumi, Chuo-ku
- Access: 16 minutes walk from "Kachidoki Station" on the Toei Subway
- Official Website: https://mitsui-shopping-park.com/lalat-harumiflag/
【Opened in February 2024】Toyosu | Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai
Toyosu, which has been in the spotlight since the Tokyo Central Wholesale Market moved from Tsukiji Market. A commercial facility called "Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai" has opened in the outer market of Toyosu under the concept of "Holy Land of Deliciousness".
It is composed of two facilities: the "Toyosu Outer Market Edomae Market", which is designed to resemble the townscape of the Edo period and houses about 70 carefully selected restaurants, and the "Tokyo Toyosu Manyo Club", which has an open-air bath. There is a free foot bath in the "Senkyakubanrai Foot Bath Garden" on the 8th floor of the bathhouse, from which you can overlook Tokyo Bay.
Fresh Seafood Available Thanks to Proximity to Toyosu Market
The "Shokuraku Building" offers a culinary experience where you can savor fresh seafood, thanks to its location adjacent to Toyosu Market. The area is designed to resemble an Edo-period townscape, featuring "Toyosu Main Street," lined with shops offering products selected by expert wholesalers, and "Mekiki Yokocho," along with a food court called "Yoridori Machiya." Here, you’ll find a wide array of gourmet delights such as ramen and eel dishes.
Besides shops serving rice bowls and sushi made with fresh seafood, there are also live-cooking restaurants where you can watch the chefs prepare your meal. It's an enjoyable experience just to walk around and take in the sights.
- Address: 6-5-1, Toyosu, Koto-ku
- Access: 4 minutes walk from "Shijo-mae Station" on the Yurikamome line
*Connected with "Shijo-mae Station" and the pedestrian deck on the 2nd floor
- Official Website: https://www.toyosu-senkyakubanrai.jp/
【Opened in February 2024】 teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM
"In February 2024, teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM, originally located in Odaiba, was relocate and reopened at Azabudai Hills.
teamLab Borderless is a ""museum without a map""created by art collective teamLab. Based on the concept of ""one continuous world without borders,"" more than 70 independent works of art are intricately interrelated and constantly changing, ultimately creating one continuous piece of art. Viewers can immerse themselves in the art, wandering, exploring, and discovering in a world without borders, allowing them to experience the art with their entire body."
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"As the name ""Borderless"" suggests, teamLab Borderless is a world of artworks without boundaries, and as viewers move from room to room, the artworks blend together, creating one continuous world and a dynamic experience.
Notable works include the interactive art piece ""Bubble Universe: Physical Light, Bubbles of Light, Wobbling Light, and Environmental Light - One Stroke"" and ""Flowers and People, Cannot be Controlled but Live Together - A Whole Year per Hour,"" which depicts the changing along with the seasons."
- Address: Azabudai Hills Garden Plaza B B1, 1-2-4 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- Access: 2 minutes walk Exit 5 of from Kamiyacho Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
- Official Website: https://www.teamlab.art/jp/e/borderless-azabudai/
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New Tourist Spots and Facilities Continue to Open in Tokyo in the Second Half of 2024!
In addition to the tourist spots and facilities introduced above, Tokyo will see more new spots opening from summer 2024 onwards. These include the multi-purpose complex "Shibuya AXSH" in the Shibuya Station East Exit area, and "Akasaka Trust Tower," which will house a hotel, cafes, and retail stores. Be sure to visit these latest spots on your next trip to Tokyo.
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