Miyashita Park: Shibuya's Rooftop Park and Shops

A calm look at Miyashita Park, the long rooftop green space in Shibuya with shops, a hotel, sports courts and a small alley of eateries.

Published October 22, 2026 at 1:57 AM JST | By Tokyo Paul

Quick answer: Miyashita Park is a public park built on the roof of a shopping and hotel complex that stretches about 330 meters between Shibuya and Harajuku in Tokyo. It reopened in 2020 with a lawn, sports facilities, three floors of shops, a hotel and Shibuya Yokocho, an alley of small restaurants. Check official pages for current hours and fees.

Miyashita Park gives Shibuya something it rarely offers: open sky, grass and a place to sit above the city bustle. Visitors often ask what it actually is, since it is part park, part shopping center and part hotel. This guide explains how the park began, how the building is laid out, what you can do on the roof, where to eat, and how to reach it on foot. It also suggests ways to combine a visit with nearby Shibuya and Harajuku streets, so the park fits easily into a day of exploring Tokyo.

A Park With a Long History

The park has older roots than its modern look suggests. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government planned it in 1948, and it opened in 1953 as one of the few green spaces in the Shibuya business area. It stands between the Yamanote and Saikyo Line tracks, Meiji Street and the covered Shibuya River.

In 1964 the Shibuya River was moved into a covered drain, and the park was rebuilt on man-made land above a parking lot. That raised design is the foundation of the present park. The old park closed in 2017, and the new complex reopened in July 2020 as a shopping facility with a rooftop park.

How the Building Is Laid Out

The new Miyashita Park is a low-rise structure about 330 meters long and 35 meters wide, built on an elevated deck roughly 17 meters above street level. It has three lower floors of shops developed by Mitsui Fudosan, a public park on the roof covered with green canopy, and a hotel at the Harajuku end.

This layout means you can enter from many points. Large staircases at the north and south ends connect to the Shibuya and Harajuku sides, and links where pedestrian bridges and Cat Street meet give extra routes. The structure was selected through a public proposal process in 2014 under Japan's Park-PFI system, which invites private companies to help build and operate public parks.

The Rooftop Park Itself

The rooftop is open to the public and feels like a long garden promenade. Reference sources describe a lawn of about 1,000 square meters in the north block, and a Starbucks near the center of the park draws people who want to sit and watch the city. Plants, benches and shaded corners give visitors choices, and the long shape suits an unhurried stroll.

Opening hours for the park are listed as 8:00 to 23:00, with sports areas operating from 9:00 to 22:00, though these can change. Outdoor space means weather matters, so a clear afternoon or early evening is a lovely time to go.

Sports Facilities on the Roof

One distinctive feature is the set of sports facilities. The roof includes a bouldering wall, a skate park and a multipurpose sand court. They have been priced in the range of a few hundred yen for a couple of hours at the wall and skate park, with higher rates for non-residents of Shibuya Ward, while the sand court is charged by the hour.

Fees, rules, age limits and reservation methods change, so check the official park pages first. Beginners should read the safety rules, and anyone bringing children should confirm age requirements before arriving.

Shops and the Hotel

The commercial portion is called Rayard Miyashita Park, and it was the first property in Mitsui Fudosan's Rayard brand. The outward-facing north block has international fashion labels, and the indoor south block includes brands such as adidas. Retail tenants rotate, so look at the directory for the current list.

At the Harajuku end sits the hotel sequence Miyashita Park, which opened in August 2020 and has 240 rooms. Some of its dining areas can be used by non-guests, and one floor connects directly to the park. If you are curious about the architecture, the project received a 2024 BCS Award, a Japanese building construction prize.

Shibuya Yokocho

Shibuya Yokocho is an alley of 19 small restaurants and bars on the first floor of the south block. A yokocho is a narrow lane lined with tiny eateries, a style familiar from older Tokyo neighborhoods. This one gathers dishes from across Japan, plus Korean restaurants, in a compact, lively setting.

Opening hours differ from stall to stall, and many yokocho eateries focus on the evening, so it makes a good spot for a casual dinner after the park. Small places seat few people, so groups may wait. If you prefer a quieter meal, a daytime cafe near the park is an easy alternative.

Tips for a Comfortable Visit

Weekday mornings and early afternoons are generally the most relaxed times for the rooftop, while weekends and warm evenings draw more people. Bring a light layer, because the roof is open to the wind, and carry water in summer, since the roof is outdoors. Visitors with strollers or limited mobility should check the official access guide for step-free routes, since the large staircases at both ends are still stairs.

Because the complex mixes public space with private businesses, ordinary park manners apply: keep voices friendly, take your trash with you or use the bins provided, and follow posted rules about food, drinks and sports equipment. If you plan to try the sports areas, wear suitable shoes and confirm what equipment is available on site.

Getting There and Nearby Walks

The park is a short walk from Shibuya Station and sits roughly between Shibuya and Harajuku or Omotesando, so you can arrive from either direction. Walk from the Shibuya side along Meiji Street, or reach the Harajuku end via Cat Street, the relaxed back street known for boutiques and cafes.

After the park, many visitors continue to Shibuya Hikarie, the Hachiko statue and the scramble crossing, or head in the other direction toward Harajuku and Yoyogi Park. Because the route is mostly flat and walkable, wear comfortable shoes and leave an hour or two for browsing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Miyashita Park in Shibuya?

It is a public rooftop park built above a complex of shops, a hotel and restaurants, stretching about 330 meters between Shibuya and Harajuku. It reopened in 2020 after replacing an older park first opened in 1953.

Are the sports facilities at Miyashita Park free?

No. The bouldering wall, skate park and sand court have been charged by time, with modest rates for the wall and skate park and different rates for non-residents. Rules and prices can change, so check the official park website before you visit.

What is Shibuya Yokocho?

Shibuya Yokocho is an alley of about 19 small restaurants and bars on the first floor of the south block. It serves food from across Japan, including Korean dishes, and works well for a casual evening meal after visiting the park.

Further Reading

To explore further, see Miyashita Park and Shibuya Station.

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More guides from Tokyo Paul: Cat Street: A Back-Street Walk Between Shibuya and Harajuku, Nonbei Yokocho: Shibuya's Little Drinking Alley and Shibuya Hikarie: A Tour of the Shibuya Station Landmark Complex.