About
The staff cafeteria located on the 32nd floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Main Building No. 1 is a special space where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Tokyo from a height of 142 meters above ground. Overlooking the cluster of skyscrapers in Shinjuku, you can see views stretching as far as Mount Fuji and Tokyo Skytree in the distance. This cafeteria is available not only to government employees but also to the general public; anyone can enjoy the spectacular view and meals here by completing entry procedures on the first or second floor of the building. (tokyo-jinzai.or.jp)
The menu is diverse, offering Japanese, Western, Chinese, curry, pasta, noodles, and more, with over 20 dishes available daily on a rotating basis. The most popular item is the “Tocho Ramen,” which features 1.5 times the usual amount of noodles for a satisfying meal. In addition, every Monday, a vegetarian “Vege Menu” is offered, and on the third Monday of each month, a vegan menu is also available. The café corner offers a wide variety of freshly baked bread, sweets, and drinks such as coffee. (yoitabi.jp)
The cafeteria has 863 seats, providing a spacious environment where you can enjoy your meal in comfort. Opening hours are from 11:00 to 14:00 for lunch, and from 8:00 to 17:00 for the café, and it is open only on days when the government building is open. Payment methods for lunch include cash and transportation IC cards, while the café accepts cash, various credit cards, electronic money, and code payments. (tokyo-jinzai.or.jp)
This cafeteria actively uses ingredients produced in Tokyo, promoting local production for local consumption. For example, you can enjoy unique Tokyo flavors such as croquettes made with mackerel scad from Hachijojima and pork soup made with Tokyo X pork. Menus are created by registered dietitians, with careful attention to nutritional balance. (yoitabi.jp)
Many tourists visit the cafeteria for lunch after visiting the observation deck of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, and it is bustling with visitors from both Japan and abroad. This place, where you can enjoy delicious and reasonably priced meals along with spectacular views from 142 meters above ground, is attracting attention as a new spot for sightseeing in Tokyo. (vegewel.com)