Pembroke Real Estate Japan LLC ( Minato-ku, Tokyo) announced today that American-originated specialty retailers Barneys New York and Blue Bottle Coffee will open new locations at its ‘Tri-Seven Roppongi’ property on September 16th. The arrival of these two specialty stores marks the formal opening of the retail space at Tri-Seven Roppongi located in the heart of the Roppongi area and adjacent to Tokyo Midtown.

Takashi Endo, Head of Japan, Asset Managment, Pembroke said: Our goal has been to create a unique dynamic space with a sense of luxury for both our tenants and visitors, while also contributing to the revitalization of the Roppongi area. Barneys New York and Blue Bottle Coffee reflect the quality and caliber of Tri-Seven and we are deeply honored to welcome them to the property. We are committed to working with these retailers to firmly establish Roppongi as a destination for business and leisure, and further enhance the value of the area

‘Barneys New York Roppongi’ is incorporating the theme ‘better than ever’ for its new store location, offering shopping experiences that ‘have never been done before’ with an advanced ‘ sense of fashion and luxury’. The Roppongi location will showcase a cutting-edge lineup of new brands from around the globe, including product lines Mens44 and Womens108, among other luxry designers. Also, on occasion, the shop will be transformed into an art space for various events. The haute couture flower show ‘JARDINS des FLEURS,’ by flower artist Mr. Makoto Azuma, will be set up for a limited time at the opening event.

Blue Bottle Coffee Roppongi Cafe’ provides a space where busy professionals can enjoy the transition of the four seasons among greenery and natural light with a location directly opposite Tokyo Midtown. Using fresh coffee beans roasted daily at the nearby Kiyosumi Shirakawa Roastery and Cafe’. Blue Bottle Coffee aims to provide a welcoming retreat for local residents and visitors. Upon opening, a range of products and food limited to the Roppongi store will be specially prepared and on sale.

Tri-Seven Roppongi is a premium 14-story Grade A quality office and retail development with appoximately 9,500 tsubo (appoximately 31,434 sq m) of gross floor area. Since its completion in March, 63% of the space, including four office tenants, is occupied. Tri-Seven Roppongi is desgined for efficiency and comfort, incorporating advanced technologies focusing on occupiers’ well-being and productivity.