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| On April 25, 2008, Roppongi Hills celebrates its 5th anniversary and the opening of the Sky Deck open-air observation deck of Tokyo City View, the lawn plaza of Mohri Garden and dozens of new shops and restaurants! Make plans to visit during the Golden Week holidays and enjoy the festival atmosphere at a variety of commemorative events. |
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MAY2 (FRI) - 5 (MON)
J-WAVE celebrates both the 20th anniversary of its first broadcast and Roppongi Hills 5th birthday with the debut of TOKYO M.A.P.S - a new event series that introduces a potpourri of music, art and performance. The theme is “Right now, right here, paint a picture! ONGAKU is the imagination of the future.” With Kazufumi Miyazawa as artistic director, this is a music event focuses on live sessions by diverse musicians and offers wide range of music from the music of Okinawa and Latin music to J-POP. |
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TIME: 17:00~20:00 (5/2 & 3), 12:00~20:00 (5/4 & 5) (tentative)
PLACE: Roppongi Hills Arena
ADMISSION: Free
INFORMATION: 03-6406-6611 (Roppongi Hills Arena)
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MAY2 (FRI) - 3 (SAT)
Come out for a fun day of treasure hunting at Roppongi Hills Arena at the 14th annual J-WAVE Flea Market! The J-WAVE Navigator crew will setting up shop, ready to haggle over their prized possessions! |
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TIME: 10:00~16:00 ※Event will be cancelled in the event of rain. No postponement.
PLACE: Roppongi Hills Arena
INFORMATION: J-WAVE Flea Market Office 03-5760-8055 (weekdays 11:00~18:00) |
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MAY6 (TUE)
AMERICAN EXPRESS presents RELAXING MOMENTS
Fantastic guest artists! Live performances! Talk shows! It’s all happening at the J-WAVE Golden Week Special broadcast live from the Arena.
(GUEST) BONNIE PINK etc. |
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PLACE：Roppongi Hills Arena
ADMISSION：Free
INFORMATION：03-6832-1144(J-Wave／10:00~18:00) |
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Damien Hirst
Mother and Child, Divided
1993
208.5 × 332.5 × 109 cm ( ×2 ), 113.6 × 169 × 62 cm ( ×2 )
Steel, GRP composites, glass, silicone, cow, calf, formaldehyde
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The Turner Prize is renowned throughout the contemporary art world as one of the most important and unique art awards. This exhibition examines the Turner Prize in the style of a retrospective, providing a chronology of prize-winning works that are often humorous, intelligent, pop, and controversial.
*Variety of public programs related to the exhibition will be held. |
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KILOWATT DYNASTY
2000
Video 6min.
Voice over: Jean Lee Courtesy: Maureen Paley, London | |
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| For this first solo exhibition by the Dutch artist Saskia Olde Wolbers, she has created video works that are at times breathtakingly beautiful and yet unpeopled and desolate, leading viewers to doubt a world we had believed to be real. |
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APR26 (SAT) Open
Enjoy spectacular views from the open-air observation deck 270m above sea level!Japan’s highest open-air observation deck* has just opened on the rooftop of Mori Tower. Commanding a 360°view from an altitude of 238m above ground level (270m above sea level), Sky Deck offers a stroll in the clouds against the breathtaking panorama of Tokyo. *Source: Mori Building Research |
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TIME: 10:00~20:00 (Admission until 19:30)
ADMISSION: Tokyo City View Admission Ticket
* In the event of bad weather or other conditions, Sky deck may be closed to the public without prior notice. |
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MAY3 (SAT) - 6 (TUE)
Every year Tokyo City View celebrates Children’s Day by offering free admission for kids. This year features not only traditional “koi nobori” carp streamer decorations at the indoor observation deck and events where all can learn how to make their own banners, but also access to the new open-air Sky Deck! |
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| Free admission for jr. high school-aged children or younger during the above period. *Children of primary school age or younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. |
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OPEN THRU - END OF MAY
In the five years since its opening, countless photos have been taken from this unique vantage point. With the coming of every season and every hour of the day, a new face of Tokyo is revealed. |
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| EXHIBITION ADMISSION: Free (Tokyo city view admission ticket required) |
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MAY16 (FRI) - MAY25 (SUN)
Known around the world as the official photographer for the Sex Pistols, Dennis Morriss puts on the hat of the curator and presents a selection from his vast archives of photos taken of top musicians and art representative of the period in a truly “timeless” exhibition. |
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PLACE: Tokyo City View Museum Café “Mado Lounge” (Mori Tower 52F)
TIME: Sun - Thu and public holidays 10:00~23:00 (Admission until 22:30); Fri, Sat & The day before public holidays 10:00~25:00 (Admission until 24:00)
ADMISSION: Tokyo City View Admission ticket required
INFORMATION: 03-3442-5645 (“TIMELESS” Office) |
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APR11 (FRI) - JUN8 (SUN)
Painted with designs by Roy Lichtenstein, David Hockney and other giants of contemporary art, the art cars of BMW are coming to Japan for an exhibition! Architect Jun Aoki has injected the space with the alluring sensation of velocity. |
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VENUE CONSTRUCTION: Jun Aoki & Associates
TIME: 10:00~20:00 *Until 21:00 on fridays, saturdays and days before public holidays (Admission until 30 minutes before closing)
ADMISSION: ¥1,000 (¥2,200 Combination ticket includes admission to the Mori Art Museum and Observation Deck)
INFORMATION: 03-5777-8600 (Hello Dial) |
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Mori Art Museum & Observation Deck
ADMISSION FEE: ¥1,500 [Mori Art Museum & Observation Deck]
MUSEUM HOURS: Mon & Wed-Sun 10:00~22:00; Tue 10:00~17:00 [Admission until 30 min. before closing]
※Until 22:00 on 5/6.
INFORMATION: 03-5777-8600[Hello dial]
OBSERVATION DECK HOURS: Weekdays ･ Holidays 10:00~23:00[Admission until 22:30] / Fri ･ Sat ･ Day before holidays 10:00~25:00[Admission until 24:00]
※Until 25:00 on 5/1.
ADMISSION: General ¥1,500, Students ¥1,000, Children[Age 4- jr high] ¥500 (Includes admission to the observation deck)
INFORMATION: 03-6406-6652[Tokyo City View] |
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Take a complete course in 2 hours. Sign up for a wide selection of courses, all with first-class lecturers. Here is this month’s featured class!
◆MAY11 (SUN) 13:00~15:00
Casual class to explore the enjoyment of chocolat and single malt whiskey. |
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CLASS TUITION: ¥3,000 (Excluding class material fee)
APPLICATION: http://www.academyhills.com/artelli/
(*Same day participation may be possible depending on availability. Please come to Academyhills reception on Mori Tower 49F/40F and apply at least 1 hour prior to the beginning of the class)
INFORMATION: 03-6406-6230 (Weekdays: 10:00~19:00) |
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MAY10 (SAT)
From yoga and running to gym work and golf, this event offers a chance to experience sports loved by today’s women. Same day participation is possible so drop by and take a holiday with sports! |
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MAY17 (SAT), 18 (SUN)
Presented in 4 parts starting this May, this special event is an intoxicating fusion of video, music and dance. Providing the art direction, EXONEMO has contrived an organic experience for all. |
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PLACE: Roppongi Hills Arena
TIME: 12:00~21:00
DATE/ARTIST: 5/17 (1)14:00~ Nisenenmondai (2)16:00~ Kathy (3)19:00~ Yuzo Ishiyama
5/18 (1)14:00~ Kathy (2)16:00~ Asa-Chang & Junrei (3)19:00~ Yuzo Ishiyama
ADMISSION: Free
INFORMATION: 03-6406-6611 (Roppongi Hills Arena) |
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MAY30 (FRI) - JUN1 (SUN)
Debuting in 2007, the giant beer event “BEERFES 2008” returns to Roppongi Hills with a variety of attractions and, of course, delicious beer produced by Japan’s big five breweries. |
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PLACE: Roppongi Hills Arena, O-Yane Plaza, Mohri Garden, TV Asahi Umu
TIME: 12:00~21:00 (L.O. 20:00)
EVENT SPONSORS: Suntory limited, Asahi Breweries, ltd., Kirin Brewery co., ltd., Sspporo Breweries ltd., Orion Beer co., ltd.
PLANNING & OPERATION: Brewers Association of Japan
INFORMATION: 0120-607-533（beerden week office） |
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MAY2 (FRI) - 6 (TUE, PUBLIC HOLIDAY)
American Express presents a special café featuring a culinary collaboration by Casita and MAISON KAYSER. |
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PLACE: TV Asahi umu
TIME: 11:00~21:30 (L.O. 21:00)
*UNTIL 18:00 (L.O. 17:30) ON 5/6
INFORMATION: 03-6406-1968 (TV Asahi umu) |
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MAY11 (SUN)
During the fair, sample wedding menus in the banquet hall on 51F with its breathtaking view of Tokyo! |
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PLACE: Roppongi Hills Club ※Non-members are welcome.
TIME: 12:00~13:30 (Reservations requested)
MENU SAMPLING: ¥5,250 per person (available only for parties of two or more) *Open only for menu sampling.
INFORMATION: 03-6406-6088 (9:30~18:30) |
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MAY24 (SAT)
Come and enjoy this mini-concert sponsored by NTT DoCoMo. |
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PERFORMERS: Nakae Mimura (Marimba)
TIME: (1) 14:00~, (2) 16:00~ (tentative)
ADMISSION: Free
INFORMATION: 0120-173-531 |
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◆5 Years Selection
Out of hundreds of wonderful films screened at since its opening, TOHO CINEMAS ROPPONGI HILLS has chosen the most popular film of each year from 2003.
(1) 4/19 (SAT) ~4/25 (FRI) 2003 Selection “City of God”
(2) 4/26 (SAT) ~5/ 2 (FRI) 2004 Selection “Deep Blue”
(3) 5/ 3 (SAT) ~5/ 9 (FRI) 2005 Selection “Sideways”
(4) 5/10 (SAT) ~5/16 (FRI) 2006 Selection “Goodnight, And Good Luck”
(5) 5/17 (SAT) ~5/20(FRI) 2007 Selection “An Inconvenient Truth” |
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PLACE: Premier Screen
TIME: 19:00～ (tentative)
PRICE: ¥1,800 |
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◆“ikkimi” Movie Marathon Special TOHO CINEMAS ROPPONGI HILLS Edition
For fans of marathon movie viewing, TOHO CINEMAS offers a selection of popular film series that can be enjoyed “ikkimi” (viewed in one sitting).
5/ 2 (FRI) “Spiderman” IKKIMI Night
5/ 9 (FRI) “X-MEN” IKKIMI Night
5/16 (FRI) “Lord of the Rings” IKKIMI Night
5/23 (FRI) “Godfather” IKKIMI Night
5/30 (FRI) “Death Note” IKKIMI Night |
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OPEN THRU - MAY25 (SUN)
Created especially for our 5th anniversary, these special dinner courses for two can be enjoyed at the ten restaurants and bars of the hotel. Brimming with auspicious ingredients, each lavish Celebration Dinner includes a glass of champagne and a bottle of red wine with a special 5th anniversary label as a gift. |
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PLACE: All restaurants and bars in the Grand Hyatt Tokyo
TIME: Only during dinner hours
PRICE: ¥50,000 (for two)
RESERVATIONS: 0120-588-288 (Restaurants reservations) |
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Shops & Restaurants – Stage 2 Renewal!
It’s our 5th birthday, and we’re celebrating in style with commemorative goods galore and special menus! And in April, new shops and restaurants opening one after another. This Golden Week discover shopping and dining experiences only found at Roppongi Hills!
◆Casual Restaurants Ideal for Family Lunches |
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BUENA GARDEN CAFE (Hillside B2F)
Discover the flavors of Latin American/Latin European cuisine! Highly recommended is Arroz con pollo – a classic dish of Central and South America.(Arroz con pollo ¥1,280) |
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RINYA (Metro Hat B2F)
For a taste of Japan, the delightful texture of Rinya’s “hegi-soba” buckwheat noodles kneaded with funori seaweed and a wide selection of seasonal dishes can’t be beat.(Rinya Set ¥1,050) |
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◆New Sweet Spots for Kids of All Ages |
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MOTOYAMA MILK BAR (Metro Hat 1F)
! A wide selection of enticing desserts made with non-homogenized milk from the Motoyama Bokujo in Hokkaido awaits. (MOTOYAMA milk panna cotta ¥900) |
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café R (Hillside B2F)
Adjoining the “Ribbon hakka kids” select shop for children, this café offers an assortment of sweets that is sure to be hit with your children. (Strawberry Ribbon Shortcake ¥600/slice) |
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◆Hot Roppongi Hills 5th Anniversary Commemorative Items |
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ANNA SUI (Hillside B1F)
ANNA SUI debuts a limited line of 5th anniversary T-shirts. Three different patterns created by popular illustrators in the past have been reprinted.(¥5,565 *each in 2 “Hills Only” color variation) |
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HIROFU (Keyakizaka Dori 1F)
Only available at Roppongi Hills, a stylish bag with the “5” design commemorating the 5th anniversary debuts with a matching pouch. (bag ¥81,900) |
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| For more information about Roppongi Hills 5th Anniversary goods and menus, please pick up your free copy of “ Hills Selection Roppongi Hills 5th Anniversary”. |
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Newly opened combination gallery - café restaurant space opens on the first floor of Roppongi's new spot "ZEL Court"!
◆OPEN THRU - MAY8 (THU)
Bob Richardson Photo Exhibition
Under the editorial supervision of Terry Richardson, this compelling exhibition traces the life of his late father, the legendary fashion photographer Bob Richardson, through his photo works – the first time attempted anywhere.
◆MAY14 (WED) - JUN15 (SUN)
Kenichi Asai Solo Exhibition SPECIAL
The influential musical artist Kenichi Asai made his debut, singing and playing guitar in BLANKEY JET CITY, and subsequently form the JUDE and SHERBETS bands while also pursuing solo activities. His one-man art exhibition which caused quite a stir last year is back and bigger. |
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TIME: 10:00~22:00
ADMISSION: Free
INFORMATION: 03-6406-6378 |
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EVERY SATURDAY
Get freshly picked vegetables direct from Ibaraki prefecture at very reasonable prices every Saturday morning. |
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PLACE: Roppongi Hills East Court (Near Keyakizaka-Dori Residence D Tower)
TIME: 7:00~9:00 *Until sold out
Information: 03-6406-6000 (General Information)
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