First-Time Visitor’s Guide to TORANOMON HILLS FORUM

Your First Visit to TORANOMON HILLS FORUM

TORANOMON HILLS FORUM is a conference center on the 4th and 5th floors of Toranomon Hills Mori Tower, built for international business exchange. Thanks to rapid redevelopment in recent years, the Toranomon area has evolved into one of Tokyo’s most innovative global business hubs. This guide covers the smoothest ways to get here from the airports and key stations, how to choose a nearby hotel that fits business travel, and quality dining options that work well for meetings, networking, or a quick reset between sessions.

Access Guide to TORANOMON HILLS FORUM

TORANOMON HILLS FORUM sits in the heart of Tokyo’s business district, and access has improved dramatically with the opening of new subway stations and upgraded underground walkways. Let’s walk through your options from arrival in Japan to reaching the forum.

Nearest Stations and Exits for TORANOMON HILLS FORUM

TORANOMON HILLS FORUM is located on the 4th and 5th floors of Toranomon Hills Mori Tower. Several stations are within walking distance, but the two main access points are Toranomon Hills Station and Toranomon Station. These stations are connected via underground passageways, so you can usually get there without going outside—even on rainy days. (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM Access)

Toranomon Hills Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line), Exit B1 / Exit A1b

This is the closest—and most direct—station for the venue. After passing through the ticket gates, follow the signs toward the Mori Tower via B1 Exit or A1b Exit. You can reach the Mori Tower office lobby in about 1–2 minutes, then take the direct escalator up to the forum. (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM Access)

Toranomon Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line), Exit B1 / Exit B4

A long-standing major station in the area, connected via well-developed underground routes. Use B1 Exit or B4 Exit (via the 2F deck route) and proceed toward Toranomon Hills. Walking time is about 5 minutes. (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM Access)

You can also reach the venue from Kasumigaseki Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda / Marunouchi Lines), about 8 minutes on foot from Exit A12; Uchisaiwaicho Station (Toei Mita Line), about 8 minutes on foot from Exit A3; or Shimbashi Station (JR), about 11 minutes on foot from the Karasumori Exit. (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM Access)

From Narita Airport to Toranomon

Narita is farther from central Tokyo, but you can choose the route that best fits your luggage and transfer preferences.

• Narita Express (N’EX) + Tokyo Metro Ginza Line: Narita Airport Station → (Narita Express) → Tokyo Station → (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line) → Toranomon Station. For the latest schedules and fares, check the JR East official website and the Tokyo Metro official website.
• Keisei Skyliner + Tokyo Metro Ginza Line: Narita Airport Station → (Keisei Skyliner) → Keisei-Ueno Station / JR Ueno Station → (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line) → Toranomon Station. Transfer to the Ginza Line at Ueno. For the latest schedules and fares, check the Keisei Electric Railway official website and the Tokyo Metro official website.

From Haneda Airport to Toranomon

Haneda is closer to the city, and Toranomon is reasonably easy to reach by train.

• Keikyu Line (through-service to Toei Asakusa Line) + Tokyo Metro Ginza Line: Haneda Airport Terminal stations → (Keikyu Line) → Shimbashi Station → (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line) → Toranomon Station. Transfer at Shimbashi Station. For the latest information, check the Keikyu Corporation official website and the Tokyo Metro official website.
• Tokyo Monorail + Tokyo Metro Ginza Line: Haneda Airport Terminal stations → (Tokyo Monorail) → Hamamatsucho Station → (transfer to the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line from the adjacent JR Shimbashi Station) → Toranomon Station. For the latest information, check the Tokyo Monorail official website and the Tokyo Metro official website.

Venue Information Summary

• Official name: TORANOMON HILLS FORUM
• Address: 4F-5F Toranomon Hills Mori Tower, 1-23-3 Toranomon, Minato City, Tokyo
• Nearest stations: 4-min walk from Toranomon Hills Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line) / 5-min walk from Toranomon Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
• Official website: https://www.toranomonhillsforum.com/en/

Recommended Hotels Near TORANOMON HILLS FORUM

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If you’re staying overnight for an event, hotel choice matters—not only for access to Toranomon Hills, but also for matching your budget and travel style. The area has many luxury options, and if you’re willing to walk a bit farther, you can also find practical business hotels. Below are six hotels selected primarily for their easy access to the venue.

Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills

A lifestyle hotel (Hyatt) located on the upper floors (47–52F) of Toranomon Hills Mori Tower—the same building as the forum. Being able to travel by elevator from your room to the venue is hard to beat. Rooms blend modern comfort with Japanese aesthetics, and thoughtful high-end touches—such as a complimentary minibar and guest lounge access—help you recover between business commitments.

Hotel Toranomon Hills

A newer hotel opened in 2023 inside Toranomon Hills Station Tower. It connects to Mori Tower (where the forum is located) via decks and underground routes, making access extremely smooth. Designed to be a hub for business, social connection, and communication, it features lounge-style common areas suitable for work, along with modern, functional guest rooms.

the b shimbashi

A budget-class hotel about a 5-minute walk from TORANOMON HILLS FORUM and within walking distance of the Karasumori Exit of Shimbashi Station. Rooms have a simple, modern design with a shower tower and quality bedding, and the lobby offers a free coffee station. A solid pick if you want to keep costs down while staying close to the venue.

The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon

A luxury lifestyle hotel about a 5-minute walk from TORANOMON HILLS FORUM, occupying the upper floors of the Tokyo World Gate complex. Designed with input from architect Kengo Kuma, it features a terrace restaurant with views of Tokyo Tower and a cocktail bar. A strong choice if you value striking views and design-forward rooms.

The Okura Tokyo

A leading Japanese luxury hotel about a 6-minute walk from TORANOMON HILLS FORUM, made up of two wings—the high-rise Okura Prestige Tower and the mid-rise Okura Heritage Wing—with rooms offering views over the city. A good fit if you want traditional hospitality paired with the reassurance of an internationally recognized brand.

Tokyu Stay Shimbashi

Located in the Shimbashi area, about a 10–15 minute walk from Toranomon Hills. Every room includes a washer-dryer and microwave, which makes it especially convenient for longer business stays. It’s also a strong value option compared with the luxury hotels closer to the Hills, and the surrounding neighborhood offers a wide selection of restaurants.

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Recommended Restaurants Near TORANOMON HILLS FORUM

The Toranomon Hills complex where TORANOMON HILLS FORUM is located—spanning Mori Tower, Station Tower, and Business Tower—is home to a wide range of restaurants. Below are six genres of dependable options within walking distance of the venue.

Japanese

Nihonryori Kanda

A Japanese restaurant on the 1st floor of Toranomon Hills Residential Tower, a few minutes’ walk from the venue. It’s open Monday–Saturday, 17:00–23:00 (last order 20:30), making it a good fit for an unhurried, private-feeling business dinner.

Chinese

Chugoku Ryori Ran

A Chinese restaurant on B1F of Toranomon Hills Business Tower. It also serves lunch on weekdays from 11:00–15:00 (last order 14:30), making it convenient for a quick meal during a break.

Teppanyaki

Teppanyaki Ringo

A teppanyaki, okonomiyaki, and yakisoba specialty restaurant on the 4th floor of Toranomon Hills Station Tower (closed Sundays). Watching the chef cook in front of you makes it a fun choice for hosting overseas guests at a business dinner.

Sushi

the SUSHI

A sushi restaurant on the 52nd floor of Mori Tower, the same building as the forum. Open for dinner only, 17:00–22:00 (last order 21:30), it pairs Edomae-style sushi with high-floor views—well suited for a special business dinner.

Café

Toranomon Hills Cafe

A café and multipurpose space on B2F of Toranomon Hills Station Tower, serving pasta, sandwiches, and other light dishes. It’s open 8:00–23:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, making it handy for an early coffee or a break before or after a meeting.

Italian

Toranomon ARBOL

A pasta-focused Italian restaurant on the 2nd floor of Toranomon Hills Mori Tower. It’s open for lunch 11:00–15:00 (last order 14:30) and dinner 17:00–22:00 (last order 21:00) on weekdays, and is close enough to the venue for a light lunch between sessions.

Wi-Fi and Facilities at TORANOMON HILLS FORUM

• Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi (NURO Access Standard, best-effort service, shared with the wired LAN) is available in the Forum area on the 4th and 5th floors. Check with venue staff for the SSID and password (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM official FAQ: “Can I use Wi-Fi?”).
• Smoking Area: There is one shared building smoking area on the 3rd floor (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM official FAQ: “Is there a smoking area?”).
• Hours & Extensions: Each venue can be booked in one of three time blocks: 9:00–21:00 (12 hours), 9:00–18:00 (9 hours), or 12:00–21:00 (9 hours). Hourly extension fees (tax excluded) are ¥300,000 each for the Main Hall and Hall A, ¥180,000 for Hall B, ¥38,000/¥28,000/¥22,000/¥48,000 for Meeting Rooms 1–4, ¥20,000 each for Guest Rooms 1–2, and ¥15,000 each for Guest Rooms 3–4. Bookings between 21:00 and 9:00 the next day get a 50% discount on the venue fee (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM official site (Fees)).
• Parking: Hourly parking is available at Mori Tower (self-park), Business Tower (mechanical), and Station Tower (mechanical) — ¥200 per 15 minutes, 24 hours daily, with various discounts available (Toranomon Hills official site (Parking information)).
• Loading and Unloading: Advance application is required to use the loading-dock freight elevators. Two types are available: No. 44 (interior W2,300×D1,500×H2,800mm, doorway W1,800×H2,500mm, 3,000kg capacity, 24-person) and No. 35/36 (interior W1,800×D2,030×H3,000mm, doorway W1,300×H2,600mm, 1,800kg capacity, 27-person). The elevator hall entrance allows items up to 2,300mm high and 1,450mm wide (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM official FAQ: “I’d like to know about the loading/unloading elevators”).
• Accessibility: A multi-function restroom (diaper-changing, wheelchair-accessible, ostomate-compatible) is available on each of the 4th and 5th floors in the Forum’s dedicated area (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM official FAQ: “Is there an accessible restroom (diaper-changing, wheelchair, ostomate-compatible)?”).
• Cloakroom: There is no facility-wide permanent cloakroom; only the Main Hall has a dedicated cloakroom space. Other venues can arrange a temporary cloakroom on request, and paid staff support is also available (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM official FAQ: “Is there a cloakroom?”).
• Outside Food and Drinks: Organizers are not permitted to bring in outside food and drinks; use the plans and menus offered by the venue’s partner catering companies instead (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM official FAQ: “Can I bring in my own food and drinks?”).
• Convenience store: A FamilyMart is located on the 3rd floor of Mori Tower (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM official FAQ: “Is there an ATM?”).
• ATM: An ATM (E-net) is available inside the 3rd-floor FamilyMart in Mori Tower (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM official FAQ: “Is there an ATM?”).

Tips Before You Visit

Here are a few practical points worth knowing about staying in the Toranomon area, so your time at this business hub goes smoothly.

Two similarly named stations

Toranomon has two stations with similar names: Toranomon Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line) and Toranomon Hills Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line). The official TORANOMON HILLS FORUM access page lists them as separate routes, so it’s worth double-checking which one you need before you board (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM Access).

Taxi stand on Mori Tower’s 1st floor

There is a shared, building-wide Nihon Kotsu taxi stand on the 1st floor of Toranomon Hills Mori Tower. If you need a taxi after an event, using this stand is more reliable than trying to hail one on the street (TORANOMON HILLS FORUM Access).

Event Venues at TORANOMON HILLS FORUM

Venue Overview and Hall Highlights

Located on the 4th and 5th floors of Toranomon Hills Mori Tower, TORANOMON HILLS FORUM is a conference center built for international business exchange. For large-scale business events, the Main Hall and Hall A are well suited to major international conferences and product launches—and the venue can support high-end productions in coordination with the luxury hotel ANDAZ TOKYO.

On the 4th floor, Hall B includes a dedicated foyer and is ideal for seminars or parties that require a more private, self-contained atmosphere. Depending on your event needs, you can also combine multiple halls and meeting rooms to host large programs with breakout sessions and VIP waiting rooms.

More details: https://www.toranomonhillsforum.com/en/spec/