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OPEN THRU - JUL13 (SUN)
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
solution Astrup Fearnley Meseum Oslo
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.
Mori Art Museum
 
OPEN THRU - JULY13 (SUN)
KILOWATT DYNASTY
2000
Video 6min.
Voice over: Jean Lee Courtesy: Maureen Paley, London
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.
Mori Art Museum
 
JUN1 (SUN) - JUL7 (MON)
"Lover's Sanctuary" Tokyo City View observation deck will be offering special discounts web coupon "LOVE TOKU pair card" for couples. Also commemorative photo servise "Love Photo" and the cafe on the observation deck will debut special drinks and confections just for the event.
Make a date to share your love with your special someone on top of Tokyo.
*Visit the website to get your admission discount coupons.
Tokyo City View

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]
 
OPEN THRU - 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.
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)
Mori Arts Center Gallery
 
JUN20 (FRI) - JUL6 (SUN)
Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the opening of the first Shu Uemura "Beauty Boutique" in Omotesando (Aoyama, Tokyo) and constructed with 3 themes: "Boutique", "Atelier" and "Theater", the exhibition introduces the world of shu uemura while taking the viewer on a journey through the history of the brand and its founder Shu Uemura.
TIME: 10:00~20:00 (Admission until 30 minutes before closing)
ADMISSION: ¥1,000 (¥2,000 Combination ticket includes admission to the Mori Art Museum and The Observation Deck)
SPONSOR: Shu Uemura Cosmetics
INFORMATION: 03-5777-8600 (Hello Dial)
Mori Arts Center Gallery
 
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!

JUN29 (SUN) 16:30~18:30
Preserved Flowers & Table Coordination ~ Denim Based Arrangement~
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)
Roppongi Academyhills Artelligent School
 
JUN5 (THU)
Celebrate the apértif, the most delicious and delightful of French social customs at this event where rows of booths entice you with light dishes prepared by top chefs, wines from the various regions of France, and cocktails. Also on stage, entertainment by special guests promises to make this a memorable day.
TIME: 11:30~20:20
TICKET SALES: www.aperitif.jp
*Tickets must be purchased in advance.Tickets cannot be purchased at the event.
INFORMATION: 03-5789-0083 (Japon Sopexa)
 
JUN7 (SAT), 8 (SUN)
In celebration of Italian Wine Day (JUN2) at Roppongi Hills, the festive atmosphere of an Italian street scene is recreated complete with shops offering a wine bar, pizza and gelato. At the climax, winner of the JET Italian Wine Essay Contest will be the awarded an Alfa Romeo!
TIME
■6/7 11:00~20:00
■6/8 11:00~18:00
ADMISSION: Free
DETAILS: www.jetlc.co.jp
INFORMATION: 03-5730-0316 (Japan Europe Trading Co.,Ltd)
 
JUN14 (SAT), 15 (SUN)
The rich abundance of delicious foods that won Thailand its reputation as the “Kitchen of the World” are coming to the Hills. From luscious mangoes and pineapples to the sala which are hard to obtain in Japan, this festival offers a unique opportunity sample the bounty of Thai fruits and foods. Taste the season of Thailand!
TIME: 11:00~18:00 (Tentative)
ADMISSION: Free
DETAILS: www.thaiceotokyo.jp/japanese/
 
JUN29 (SUN)
Don't miss this UBS Japan Golf Tour Championship pre-event for the fans featuring appearances by Ryo Ishikawa and other top Japanese golf pros. See how the pros hit powerful driver shots right before your eyes, and enjoy a fascinating talk show.
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSOR: Japan Golf Tour Organization Japan Golf Tour Championship
* Players scheduled to appear at the event may be subject to change. Please visit the website for up-to-date details.
* The chanpionship will be held at Shishido Hills Country Club from 7/3 (THU)~7/6 (SUN). A Tour bus plan to watch play on 7/5 (SAT) and 7/6 (SUN) with Roppongi Hills pickup and return servive is available. (¥4,000 Including bus service. Applications: www.shishido.co.jp)
INFORMATION: 03-3585-7381 (Japan Golf Tour Organization)
Shishido Hills
 
JUN20 (FRI) - 29 (SUN)
Now in its 3rd year, the Li'l Li'l Makeke (little, little market) is back with vividly colorful Hawaiian and Tahitian quilts to brighten early summer in Roppongi Hills. Also make sure to catch the Tahiti Hula Festival at Roppongi Hills Arena.
■Makeke Hawai'i Li'i Li'i 
DATE: 6/20 (FRI) ~ 6/29 (SUN)
TIME: 11:00~19:00 (Until 18:00 on the last day)
PLACE: TV Asahi umu
ADMISSION: Free

■HULA TAHITIAN FESTIVAL
DATE: 6/21 (SAT) ~ 6/22 (SUN)
TIME: 11:00~19:00
PLACE: Roppongi Hills Arena
ADMISSION: Free
INFORMATION: 03-3411-6171 (Studio K Group)
 
JUN6 (FRI) , JUN8 (SAT)
Recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as a qualifying festival for the annual Academy Awards®, the Short Shorts Film Festival which originated in Japan is Asia’s largest festival of short films. Roppongi will feature an all-night screening of cinematic works ranging from only 1 minute to 25 minutes in length. In honor of the 10th anniversary, an especially superb lineup is scheduled.
TICKET: on sale
*tickets may be sold out.
TICKETS: ¥1,500 per program/1-Day Pass(3 programs)¥3,000
*1-Day Pass can be purchased only at the theater.
FOR DETAILS: www.tohotheater.jp
INFORMATION: 03-5775-6090
Toho Cinemas Roppongi Hills
 
Introducing a new style of dining! Let our chef recommend a menu selection to perfectly please your palate from an appetizing array of about 40 different brasserie dishes. Accent your culinary experience with a choice from our cellar of about 3,000 bottles of French wine and complete the evening on a sweet note at the splendid dessert buffet.
PLACE: French Kitchen Brasserie & Bar(Grand Hyatt Tokyo)
TIME: 18:00~21:30
INFORMATION: 03-4333-8781 (Direct)
Grand Hyatt Tokyo
 
Shops & Restaurants – New & Renewal Open!
kate spade NEW YORK (Hillside B1F)
JUN6(FRI) Renewal Open
"Casually classic!" expresses the unpretentious luxury of the modernly elegant interior. Completely renovated and just re-opened, the full-line boutique adds apparel and fashion accessories to their sought-after handbags and shoes.
Bairan (Hillside 1F)
JUN6(FRI) New Open
Enjoy authentic Shanghai cuisine by one of the best-known Chinese restaurants in Yokohama Chinatown without leaving the Hills. Be sure to order their famous “Bairan Fried needles”! Original lunch sets and special dinner courses created just for Roppongi Hills are also available.
Schiffini (Hillside B1F)
JUN6(FRI) New Open
Enjoy authentic Shanghai cuisine by one of the best-known Chinese restaurants in Yokohama Chinatown without leaving the Hills. Be sure to order their famous “Bairan Fried needles”! Original lunch sets and special dinner courses created just for Roppongi Hills are also available.


Hot recommendations!
BorneLund(Hillside B2F)
JUN18 (WED) , JUN25 (WED)15:00-15:30
Sign up your kids for the "Play Classroom" by Bornelund – one of the best known names in educational toys. The class kicks off on the 18th with "Kids' Own Roof" - a chance to paint a cardboard playhouse and produce a puppet show. On the 25th, kids explore the endless possibilities of "PIKY", the magnet mosaic puzzle from France. (Applications received from 6/7. Capacity: 5 groups. Fee: Free)
United Arrows Roppongi Men's Store
(West Walk 2F)
JUN2 (MON) - AUG24 (SUN)
The popular select shop is launching Yukata (informal kimono) sales as part of its "Dress in Japanesque with United Arrows" campaign. Created by Kondaya - the famous Kyoto obi-maker which is celebrating the 270th anniversary of its founding, the "Kondaya Genbeh" yukatas are priced from ¥39,900 ("obi" sashes from ¥8,400).
* Yukata tailoring is charged separately. Please allow approx. 2 weeks for delivery.
Harrods
(Roppongi Keyakizaka Dori 1&2F)
MAY30 (FRI) - JUN15 (SUN)
Polo shirts, short pants, espadrilles and other stylish summer items headline the Summer Fair. All purchasers of polo shirts and shirts during the Fair can have original Harrods embroidery or an emblem sewn on the shirt free of charge.
 
JUN21 (SAT)
A wedding at Roppongi Hills Club! New levels of personalization will certainly make your day special. Tour the Chapel and preview our delicious wedding menus and stunning wedding dresses.
PLACE: Roppongi Hills Club ※Non-members are welcome.
TIME: 11:00~17:00 (Reservations requested)
*wedding demonstration 15:00-
INFORMATION: 03-6406-6088 (9:30~18:30/Roppongi Hills Club Wedding Sales)
Roppongi Hills Club
 
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. Offering a lineup of original Roppongi Hills foods, live performances, and events that you can take part in, it is a fun festival filled with the spirit of the golden, joyful brew of summer.
PLACE: ROPPONGI HILLS ARENA, O-YANE PLAZA, TV ASAHI UMU
TIME: 12:00~21:00 (last order 20:00)
EVENT SPONSORS: Suntry Limited, Asahi Breweries, Ltd., Kirin Brewery Co., Ltd., Sapporo Breweries Ltd., Orion Beer Co., Ltd.
PLANNING & OPERATION: Brewers Association of Japan
INFORMATION: 0120-607-533(beerden week office)
beerden week office
Roppongi Hills Beer Festival
MAY30 (FRI) - JUN22 (SUN)

BEERFES 2008 returns to Roppongi Hills, and for a limited time only, the restaurants of Roppongi Hills are offering a special menu of dishes that go perfectly with the gusto of a cold brew.
 
Newly opened combination gallery - café restaurant space opens on the first floor of Roppongi's new spot "ZEL Court"!

OPEN THRU - 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.In addition to the pop and psychedelic illustrations, watercolor paintings and exclusive video screenings, the café is offering a special menu.
TIME: 10:00~22:00
ADMISSION: Free
INFORMATION: 03-3470-3347
 
EVERY SATURDAY
Get freshly picked vegetables direct from Ibaraki prefecture at very reasonable prices every Saturday morning.
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)