Rediscover Playfulness: Tokyo Midtown Presents 'MIDTOWN SUMMER 2026,' an Adult Summer Vacation

Tokyo Midtown (Akasaka, Minato-ku / Operator: Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd.) will host 'MIDTOWN SUMMER 2026' from Friday, July 17, 2026, to Sunday, August 30, 2026.

This year’s theme is 'Enjoying Summer Vacation as an Adult.' The Midtown Garden will debut 'PARASOLS GARDEN,' a vibrant space adorned with beach-inspired parasols. During the day, enjoy the refreshing mist and cool water of 'ASHIMIZU,' where you can dip your feet in a stream. At night, experience a magical atmosphere created by illuminated parasols.

Additional highlights include 'HIMAWARI-KOMICHI,' a sunflower-filled pathway offering a summery landscape; 'Furatto Senkou Hanabi' (Casual Sparklers), a rare opportunity to enjoy traditional sparklers in the city; 'Roppongi Uchimizu Daigassen' (Roppongi Water Sprinkling Campaign), a community collaboration to cool the neighborhood; and exclusive 'Workshops' featuring art experiences and store programs for all ages. Rediscover the joyful excitement of childhood through playful, thoughtfully designed experiences, and enjoy a unique 'adult summer vacation' only possible at Tokyo Midtown.

▲ PARASOLS GARDEN illuminated (concept image) ▲ HIMAWARI-KOMICHI (concept image)

Cool by day, magical by night: A summer garden adorned with parasols

● PARASOLS GARDEN

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The lush Midtown Garden will be transformed into a beach-like oasis with colorful parasols. At night, the parasols softly glow, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. Take a complimentary handheld parasol and leisurely savor the summer ambiance. The annual favorite 'ASHIMIZU' will also return in select areas.

【Dates】 July 17 (Fri) – August 16 (Sun), August 22 (Sat), 23 (Sun), 29 (Sat), 30 (Sun) ※ Closed every Tuesday (Open on August 11, Mon/Holiday; Closed on August 12, Wed)

※ ASHIMIZU ends on August 16 (Sun) ※ Cancelled in case of rain or severe weather 【Hours】 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM　※ Illumination from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 【Free Rental】 Handheld parasols, leisure mats　※ Limited quantities 【Location】 Midtown Garden 【Layout Cooperation】 Kousuke Nakano (Excellence Award, TOKYO MIDTOWN AWARD 2018 Design Competition) 【Organizer/Planner】 Tokyo Midtown

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ASHIMIZU, a popular Tokyo Midtown summer feature, allows visitors to cool off by dipping their feet in refreshing water. This year, it returns with a new design incorporating parasols. Cool mist and ice blocks create a refreshing atmosphere from day to evening. At night, illumination adds a magical touch, offering a unique evening cool-down experience distinct from daytime.

【Admission】 Free ※ Towels available for purchase / 100 yen each (tax included) 【Capacity】 Approx. 70 seats (first-come, first-served)

＼Due to popular demand, daily ice drop events return this year／

Ice blocks will be dropped into the ASHIMIZU stream daily. This visually and physically cooling spectacle will help melt away the summer heat.

【Event Times】 1st drop at 3:30 PM / 2nd drop at 5:00 PM ※ Ice drops may be changed or cancelled without notice due to weather conditions.

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＜Illumination＞

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From 6:00 PM, both 'ASHIMIZU' and the garden’s parasols will be illuminated! The complimentary handheld parasols will softly glow at night, becoming part of the enchanting garden scenery. We recommend an evening stroll with a glowing parasol in hand. Experience a truly special summer night, where the entire garden is enveloped in a captivating light display.

Enjoy sparklers in the city on weekend nights

● Furatto Senkou Hanabi (Casual Sparklers)

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At Midtown Garden, we will host 'Furatto Senkou Hanabi,' a weekend-only event where you can casually participate without prior reservation or preparation. Gaze at the fleeting, delicate lights and enjoy a uniquely special summer night.

【Dates】 July 18 (Sat), 19 (Sun), 20 (Mon/Holiday), August 8 (Sat), 9 (Sun), 10 (Mon), 11 (Tue/Holiday) 【Hours】 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM ※ Cancelled in case of rain or severe weather 【Location】 Next to ASHIMIZU, Midtown Garden 【Admission】 5-sparkler ticket: 500 yen (tax included) / 12-sparkler ticket: 1,000 yen (tax included) ※ Cashless payment only ※ 1 ticket allows up to 2 participants 【Organizer/Planner】 Tokyo Midtown

※ Normally, open flames are strictly prohibited in Midtown Garden and Minato City’s Hinokicho Park. ※ During this event, sparklers are permitted only in designated areas. Use of sparklers or open flames in other areas remains prohibited. ※ Children under junior high school age must be accompanied by a guardian.

Step into summer memories: The sunflower installation returns, newly refreshed!

● HIMAWARI-KOMICHI

HIMAWARI-KOMICHI, an art installation featuring vibrant artificial sunflowers layered with soft-colored veils, will appear in the Courtyard. The overlapping veils change appearance depending on viewing angle, reflecting shifting summer sunlight and colors. Enjoy an experience like walking through summer memories. HIMAWARI-KOMICHI is supervised by creative studio BYTHREE, which also oversaw the event’s key visual.

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【Dates】 July 17 (Fri) – August 30 (Sun) 【Hours】 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM 【Location】 Courtyard 【Admission】 Free 【Organizer/Planner】 Tokyo Midtown 【Supervision】 BYTHREE (Grand Prix, Tokyo Midtown Award 2015 Design Competition)

Profile

Takanori Yoshida (BYTHREE) Creative Director / Art Director

Founded creative studio BYTHREE in 2013. Handles planning and design for advertising, web, and branding. Grand Prix winner at Tokyo Midtown Award 2015. Multiple awards at International Design Award, Good Design Award, Indigo Design Award, and ASIA DESIGN PRIZE.

＼About TOKYO MIDTOWN AWARD ／ A competition launched by Tokyo Midtown in 2008, in two categories—Design and Art—to discover and support next-generation designers and artists, and foster future collaborations. 【Official Website】 https://www.tokyo-midtown.com/jp/award/

Production Concept for 'HIMAWARI-KOMICHI' / 'MIDTOWN SUMMER 2026' Key Visual

▲ (Left to right) PARASOLS GARDEN, ASHIMIZU, HIMAWARI-KOMICHI Keywords: