Shopping in Tokyo is never just about ticking things off a list – it’s about exploring new spaces and discovering unexpected finds. And now there’s a new hub to uncover: Newoman Takanawa, which officially opened on September 12. As the largest Lumine mall in Japan, this new landmark at Takanawa Gateway is more than just a retail cluster – it’s a full-blown destination. Think a lush botanical garden 150 metres above ground, expansive flagship stores, and cool concept shops from some of the country’s best-known brands.
Here are some of the must-visit spots you should check out at Newoman Takanawa.
The highlight of the new shopping complex has to be Luftbaum, a 28th-floor botanical garden 150 metres above ground, home to over 500 large plants. The plants have been carefully curated from across Japan, featuring showstoppers like a 100-year-old banyan tree, Japanese momiji maples, and even a weeping cherry blossom tree. With such variety, you can enjoy the beauty of all four seasons in this stunning space.
Inside Luftbaum you’ll find the stylish Loops café. Designed by Tokyo-based studio Daikei Mills, this elegant space combines the warmth of classic coffee shops with the sleekness of a modern hotel lounge, creating a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere. The menu features classic kissaten-style dishes, from Napolitan pasta to egg sandwiches with fresh, Italian- and French-inspired twists, alongside coffee and cocktails by Fuglen Coffee Roasters.
Long-standing Tokyo favourites have also set up shop at Newoman, including Happoen, the renowned wedding venue, which has launched two new outposts: Kappo Butai and Happoen Western Confectionery.
At Kappo Butai, you get to savour Edo-style Japanese cuisine in an intimate setting; besides counter seating, they have six private rooms overlooking the panoramic skyline from the 29th floor. If you’re looking for something sweet, head to the confectionery shop, where you can indulge in any of the 100 sweet treats on offer – from cakes and pudding rolls to sable cookies and pound cakes.
Chocolate fiends will want to make a beeline for La Maison Du Chocolat's first-ever concept store and café, designed to look like a chic Parisian apartment. At the café, explore the endless possibilities of chocolate, from a decadent afternoon tea set and savoury cacao-infused dishes to creative cocktails and more.
On the fifth floor, you'll come across Japan's largest outpost of popular bookstore Bunkitsu Tokyo, measuring in at a whopping 1,000 square metres. With over 100,000 books, the shop functions not just as a retail space but also as a book lounge, exhibition and pop-up venue, complete with in-house meeting rooms.
When visiting, you can choose from three paid book lounges, each with its own distinct concept. The Panorama Lounge offers unbeatable views of Takanawa Gateway Station along with art books and photo collections. Café Ensemble is perfect for larger groups, featuring a wide selection of travel and cookbooks. Meanwhile, Book Biotop has a co-working vibe, highlighting in-depth titles designed to stimulate your curiosity.
Japanese fashion label CFCL has set up one of its largest stores to date at Newoman Takanawa. Renowned for its knitwear with a focus on sustainability, the shop also offers a donation programme that repairs and resells unwanted clothing.
Another fun space is Beams Cultuart, a project by fashion brand Beams that brings together all facets of culture from art and entertainment to design and music. Here, you can browse a curated selection of contemporary art and vinyl records, alongside stylish apparel and lifestyle goods like speakers and headphones. Additionally, the space features an in-house gallery with rotating exhibitions and a milk tea stand to quench your thirst.
For more information on Newoman Takanawa, visit the website.
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