Takeshiba is an area near Tokyo Tower and Zojoji Temple. Despite being near these cultural attractions, until recently, not many tourists visited the area which was mainly known for the shipping hub of Takeshiba Pier. However, since it opened in 2020, "WATERS takeshiba" has stolen the limelight, transforming the area into a place where many people, from sightseers to local families, come for a relaxing day. The complex has radically changed the feel of the neighborhood, but what kind of place is it?

Experience sustainability
while having fun

WATERS takeshiba, a multi-use complex opened in 2020 on the waterfront of Tokyo Bay, is home to the playhouse of the Shiki Theater Company, the shopping mall atré TAKESHIBA, a hotel, offices, and a stop for the Water bus. It's a great place to spend time shopping or dining with a view of the bay, but also stands out among other facilities for its sustainability initiatives.
For example, the waterfront area surrounding the water bus pier is an artificial tidal flat made for efforts to regenerate the natural ecosystem of Tokyo Bay. On the 2nd Sunday of every month, educational events about the environment are held where anyone is welcome to come learn more about the local flora and fauna. WATERS takeshiba is also accessible by hydrogen-powered shuttle bus from Tokyo Station, a mode of transportation with zero carbon emissions available free of charge. One of the hydrogen-powered shuttle bus routes passes through via Tokyo Tower.

Reach two sightseeing hubs
by water bus from Takeshiba

Speaking of public transportation, don't forget the water bus stop here, with routes bound for both Asakusa and Odaiba. Cruising through rivers and canals, this view of Tokyo is a world away from that of everyday trains and buses.

A hotel with Tokyo’s modern sense
of style

The sophisticated beauty of Tokyo and the spirit of sustainability of WATERS takeshiba merge seamlessly in the hotel. Mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection occupies the 16th to 26th floors of the tower. Amid this refined luxury, tradition and innovation fuse together in a space where the ever-changing nature of Tokyo can be experienced with all the senses. Some of the 265 rooms have balconies where both the contemporary cutting edge and the history of the metropolis can be seen together in a single view that stretches from Tokyo SKYTREE and the Sumida River beyond, to the Hama-rikyu Gardens below. The stunning interiors are accentuated by aromatherapy and music throughout the space, while the restaurant, bar, and guest room amenities show attention to the finest details combined with a sense of playfulness. All drinks in the guest room refrigerator are returnable bottles, and there are also matcha bowls and tea whisks. The tablet provided in the room displays a video on how to make matcha so you can experience this aspect of Japanese culture at your leisure. Bathroom amenities are kept in this booklet as a way to use paper packaging to further reduce the use of plastic and vinyl, while maintaining a high sense of design. Japan's traditional arts and sense of beauty are evident even beyond the guest rooms and hotel interior. In the restaurant, the cuisine is inspired by themes from stories and artworks, while the bar lounge is modeled after an "artist's studio." Time spent in this world is a way to refine our tastes while supporting the environment and sustainable development goals at the same time.

The changing vision of Tokyo
from day to night

WATERS takeshiba is not only fun during the day, but also at night. Have a drink with cool tunes at the music club bar in atré TAKESHIBA, or venture out for a night cruise departing from just steps away. Jicoo The Floating Bar offers stellar night views of Tokyo with cocktails and hip beats on a futuristic looking ship. The roughly 50 minute cruise drifts past night views of Rainbow Bridge and Odaiba from 0 m sea level. JR Hamamatsucho Station is closest to WATERS takeshiba and directly connected by monorail from Haneda Airport, so you can be here in as little as 30 minutes from the airport. Keep this new waterside town in mind as a base for your Tokyo trip.