15 best events and new openings to expect in Tokyo in 2023

The Sunshine 60 Observatory on the 60th floor of Ikebukuro's Sunshine City closed its doors in October 2022 to undergo renovation, but it reopened in April 2023 with a revamped interior. Previously known as Sky Circus for its art installations and interactive activities, the observation deck has been transformed into Tembo Park, an indoor park where you can relax and enjoy the views.

The main area inside Tembo Park is Tembo no Oka, which means ‘observatory hill’ in Japanese. Most of the floor is covered in turf, so you can sit on the ground or relax on the couches while taking in breathtaking panoramic views of the city from 251 metres above ground. The area is particularly good for children and even has a designated space for toddlers where they can crawl around and play with toys.

Next to Tembo no Oka is a café that serves meals like chicken curry (¥950), honey chicken banh mi (¥850), a blue sky-inspired banana smoothie (¥800) and even organic baby food (from ¥550). You can also bring in meals from elsewhere during lunch hours (11.30am-2pm) on weekdays, and even borrow a picnic mat for free.