For your Valentine’s Day date! Tour the new experience spots in Azabudai Hills.

Azabudai Hills opened in November 2023. There are many popular restaurants, stores and facilities selling a variety of goods from daily necessities to luxury brands. In this issue, we will introduce a selection of some spots where you can experience something new and unprecedented. If you visit these spots on your Valentine’s date, you are sure to have a great time.

Azabudai Hills, where the entire building is decorated with art.

Azabudai Hills is built under the concept of “Modern Urban Village.” It is not just a commercial facility, but an unprecedented building that serves as a town that connects people. The unique wavy architecture was designed by Thomas Heatherwick, who also designed the torch tower for the London Olympics. If you take a picture with the arches in the background, you will feel as if you are a part of the art. On February 9, “TeamLab Borderless,” which relocated from Odaiba, will open. Visitors can immerse themselves in a space colored with light and color. Enjoy a walk through an unknown world with your loved one.

Opening Hours	Azabudai Hills: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Depends on store) TeamLab Borderless: Open on February 9th, 2024　10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Address	1-3-1 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Access	・10 min. walk from Azabu-juban Sta. on the Toei Oedo Line. From Shinjuku Washington Hotel, take the Toei Oedo Line from Tochomae Sta., 5min. walk from our hotel. ・Direct connection after getting off at Kamiyacho Sta. on the Hibiya Line. From Shinjuku Washington Hotel, take the Marunouchi Line from Shinjuku Station (8 min. walk from our hotel) and transfer to the Hibiya Line at Kasumigaseki Sta.
URL	https://www.azabudai-hills.com/en/index.html

A New World of Art at the Olafur Eliasson Exhibition.

“Azabudai Hills Gallery” opened in the area of Azabudai Hills’ Garden Plaza A. Although equipped with facilities and amenities as an art museum, it is a facility that transcends the boundaries of an art museum or gallery to offer a variety of cultural genres, including art, fashion, and entertainment. The first exhibition is “Olafur Eliasson: A Cycle of Interconnected Moments in Concert” (until March 31st, 2024). Artist Olafur Eliasson is a contemporary artist who has been recognized for his work on social issues such as the SDGs and environmental issues. He creates a variety of art from visible natural phenomena such as light and water. Many of his works are geometric and can be interpreted in a variety of ways. It is a good idea to share your opinions and talk about your favorite works while viewing them together. You will have a fulfilling time experiencing art with a new sensation.

Opening Hours	Until March 31st, 2024 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM on Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu. / 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM on Tue. / 10:00 AM- 8:00 PM on Fri, Sat, days before national holidays.
Address	“Azabudai Hills Gallery” in the area of Azabudai Hills’ Garden Plaza A
URL	https://www.azabudai-hills.com/azabudaihillsgallery/sp/olafureliasson-ex/en/

The new store of Minimal, a specialty chocolate store from Japan.

“Minimal The Specialty” is a new store format opened by Minimal, a chocolate specialty store from Japan. This is an experiential chocolate specialty store that makes the most of the individuality of the cacao itself, the raw material of chocolate. The store in Azabudai Hills is the only place where customers can enjoy a course menu. You can have a special café time filled with various elements such as pairing chocolate with beverages and tasting to compare cacao flavors. Try this new and unforgettable chocolate experience for your Valentine’s Day date.

Opening Hours	11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Address	Azabudai Hills’ Garden Plaza A, 2F
URL	https://mini-mal.tokyo/pages/shop-azabudai