Japan's Highest Starbucks: Reserve Cafe on the 30th Floor of Tokyo Solamachi, Next to Skytree
Opening date: March 10, 2026
On March 10, 2026, Starbucks Coffee Japan opened the doors of its most ambitious cafe in the country — Starbucks Reserve Cafe Tokyo Skytree Town 30F. The cafe is located not inside the Tokyo Skytree tower itself, but in the neighboring building — on the 30th floor of the Tokyo Solamachi East Yard shopping and entertainment complex, which stands right at the base of the iconic broadcast tower. At approximately 150 meters above street level, this cafe has become the highest Starbucks in Japan, breaking all previous records.
Location
The Tokyo Solamachi complex sits right at the foot of the Tokyo Skytree — the tallest structure in Japan at 634 meters. The cafe's address is Tokyo, Sumida-ku, Oshiage 1-1-2, Tokyo Solamachi, 30th floor.
Getting there is easy by subway — the nearest stations are Tokyo Skytree (Tobu Skytree Line) and Oshiage (Hanzomon, Asakusa, Toei Asakusa, and Keisei lines). The subway exit leads directly into the Solamachi complex.
What Makes It Special
This is no ordinary Starbucks. The cafe holds Reserve Cafe status — a format that sits between standard Starbucks locations and the premium Reserve Roastery tier. It uses hand-selected Starbucks Reserve beans and serves drinks you won't find on the regular menu.
It is the second Reserve Cafe in Japan (the first opened in Shinjuku) and the second Cafe & Bakery location featuring pastries from the Italian bakery Princi — the same brand known from the Reserve Roastery in Nakameguro.
Interior and Zones
The cafe covers 235 sq. m and seats 80 guests. The space is divided into three zones:
Counter zone — for those grabbing a quick coffee on the go.
Table zone — by the panoramic windows overlooking the city. Perfect for soaking in the views.
Lounge zone — armchairs and sofas for a long, relaxed coffee session.
The interior features warm tones with wooden accents and soft lighting, creating a cozy atmosphere against the backdrop of the futuristic tower rising just outside the windows.
The Views
The main draw of this Starbucks is the stunning Tokyo panorama from 150 meters up. On a clear day, you can see:
Mount Fuji on the western horizon
The Kanto Plain stretching out to the edge of sight
The Sumida River winding through the city directly below
The Tokyo Skytree tower rising right before your eyes
In spring, during cherry blossom season, you get a unique aerial view of the sakura blooming along the Sumida River — rows of pink treetops lining both banks in an unforgettable display. In the evening, as twilight gives way to the city's nighttime glow, the panorama becomes especially striking — reason enough to visit closer to sunset.
Menu and Prices
Drinks
The menu features an expanded selection of espresso-based drinks made with Starbucks Reserve beans:
Classic Double Tall Latte (hot/iced) — ¥760 (dine-in) / ¥746 (takeout)
A wide range of lattes, cappuccinos, and signature drinks available only in the Reserve format
Princi Bakery
Italian bakery Princi prepares fresh pastries on-site:
Cornetti Sakura — ¥490 (dine-in) / ¥481 (takeout) — seasonal Italian croissants with a delicate cherry blossom filling, dusted with powdered sugar. Available since February 27, 2026.
The recommended way to enjoy them is the Sakura Dip: a crispy cornetto dunked into a Classic Double Tall Latte crafted by a barista. The gentle sweetness of the cherry blossom cream blends with the rich espresso, letting you experience the arrival of spring with all five senses. This ritual has become the new cafe's signature.
Seasonal items rotate, so the menu may change over time.
Hours
10:00 AM – 11:00 PM (last order at 10:30 PM), daily.
The relatively late closing time is a bonus — you can come in the evening and enjoy the nighttime Tokyo panorama over a cup of coffee.
Why You Should Visit
Starbucks Reserve Cafe on the 30th floor of Skytree Town is more than just a coffee shop — it's a full experience. The combination of premium Reserve coffee, fresh Italian pastries from Princi, and breathtaking panoramic views of Tokyo and Mount Fuji makes it one of the most impressive Starbucks locations not only in Japan, but in the entire world.
If you're planning a trip to Tokyo in spring 2026 — this is a must-visit, especially during cherry blossom season.
Address: 東京都墨田区押上1-1-2 東京ソラマチ 30F (Tokyo-to, Sumida-ku, Oshiage 1-1-2, Tokyo Solamachi 30F)
Hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM (L.O. 10:30 PM)
Format: Starbucks Reserve Cafe & Bakery Princi
Seats: 80
Opened: March 10, 2026
Top Most Impressive Starbucks in Japan
The new Starbucks on the 30th floor of Solamachi is far from the only unique Starbucks in the country. Japan is famous for the chain creating truly special cafes that blend seamlessly with local culture and architecture. Here's a quick look at the best of them.
Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo (Nakameguro, Tokyo) The largest premium Starbucks in the world — 3,000 sq. m across four floors. The building was designed by architect Kengo Kuma. Inside you'll find a roasting facility, the Arriviamo cocktail bar, a Teavana tea room, and a Princi bakery. It sits on the banks of the Meguro River, which is awash in cherry blossoms every spring. View: Meguro River and sakura | Menu: exclusive Reserve drinks, cocktails, Princi pastries | Highlight: the world's largest Starbucks
Starbucks Toyama Kansui Park (Toyama) Winner of the Starbucks Store Design Award 2008 — unofficially known as "the most beautiful Starbucks in the world." A minimalist glass building on the banks of a canal in Fugan Canal Kansui Park. The panoramic windows look out onto the water, Temmon Bridge, and the park's greenery. View: canal and park through all four seasons | Menu: standard | Highlight: recognized as the world's most beautiful
Starbucks Kyoto Ninenzaka Yasaka Chaya (Kyoto) The world's first Starbucks with tatami rooms. It occupies a traditional Japanese townhouse (machiya) over 100 years old on the famous Ninenzaka street leading to Kiyomizu-dera Temple. The second floor has three tatami rooms, including a tearoom overlooking an inner garden. View: historic Kyoto streetscape | Menu: standard + local seasonal | Highlight: the only Starbucks with tatami in the world
Starbucks Dazaifu Tenmangu Omotesando (Fukuoka) A facade of 2,000 interwoven cedar slats, created by architect Kengo Kuma using traditional Japanese kigumi woodworking techniques. It stands on the main approach road leading to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. View: the path to the shrine | Menu: standard | Highlight: Kengo Kuma architectural masterpiece
Starbucks Shibuya Scramble Crossing (Tokyo) The second floor of a building right on the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing — the busiest pedestrian intersection in the world. A curving 71-meter "audience seat" leads to panoramic windows overlooking the crossing. Renovated in 2024 with a new design concept. View: Shibuya Scramble Crossing from above | Menu: standard | Highlight: the best view of the world's most famous intersection
Starbucks Kobe Kitano Ijinkan (Kobe) Housed in a 1907 Western-style building in the Kitano foreign residence district — a registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan. It survived the 1995 earthquake. Inside, the original layout is preserved: fireplaces, moldings, and wooden floors. View: historic Kitano quarter | Menu: standard | Highlight: coffee in a 19th-century mansion
Starbucks Yomiuriland Hana Biyori (Tokyo) A Starbucks inside a flower greenhouse — hanging baskets of begonias, fuchsias, and petunias dangle right above your head while you drink your coffee. Located on the grounds of Yomiuriland amusement park. View: flower greenhouse | Menu: standard | Highlight: the only Starbucks in a greenhouse filled with live flowers
