With another scorching summer on the horizon, Sunshine 60 Observatory's Tenbou Park — an indoor sky garden perched 251 meters above sea level — is set to become a refreshing retreat from the heat. From July 9 (Thursday) to August 31 (Monday), the space will be adorned with roughly 550 sunflowers, around 200 wind chimes (furin), and approximately 50 wind wheels (kazaguruma), creating what the venue calls a "sky-high summer escape."
Event Highlights
1. Sunflower, Wind Chime, and Wind Wheel Photo Spots
The 360-degree sunflower photo spot in the Tenbou no Oka area lets visitors step into what feels like a full-bloom sunflower field — all without worrying about sunburn or sweat. After sunset, the interior dims and the illuminated sunflowers glow softly, setting a romantic summer night scene.
A separate photo spot featuring wind chimes and wind wheels adds a nostalgic, quintessentially Japanese summer atmosphere, complete with the cool, gentle sound of the chimes.
A discounted Night Pair Ticket — valid for two people entering at 7:00 PM or later on any event day — is also available for those who want to enjoy the night view from the observatory.
2. Limited-Edition Drinks at Tenbou Park CAFE
Tenbou Park CAFE will serve two special cream soda varieties inspired by the observatory's daytime and nighttime views, available only during the event period.
Double Cream Soda — ¥1,350
Two cream sodas in a single cup, each representing a different time of day at Tenbou Park. Both are melon-flavored, yet subtly different — perfect for sipping and comparing. Two long straws are included so couples or friends can share.
Ohisama Cream Soda — ¥700
A vivid green and blue cream soda inspired by the Tenbou no Oka area. Stirring it together reveals a nostalgic melon candy–like flavor.
Otsukisama Cream Soda — ¥700
A purple gradient cream soda evoking the night view from Tenbou Park. The flavor recalls that classic melon ice cream.
Alcoholic drinks are also available throughout the event, including draft beer, highball, and two original cocktails:
Twilight Mango Tea Sour — ¥880
A specialty sour with the sweet mango flavor and tea fragrance of a glowing twilight sky.
Moonlight Lemon Sour — ¥880
A gentle, mildly sweet lemon sour as crisp and clear as moonlight.
A special ticket combining observatory admission and one alcoholic drink is available for guests entering at 4:00 PM or later on any event day.
3. Summer Workshops for Kids and Families
On selected dates during the event, hands-on workshops make for memorable summer activities.
Craft Workshops
Available on: July 9–12 (Thu–Sun), July 18–20 (Sat–Mon/Holiday), July 25–26 (Sat–Sun), August 1–2 (Sat–Sun), August 8–16 (Sat–Sun), August 22 (Sat), August 23 (Sun)
① Original Wind Chime Making — Draw freely on a glass wind chime and take your one-of-a-kind creation home.
- Time: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily
- Duration: approximately 20–30 minutes
- Fee: ¥1,500
② Sunflower Seed Planting Experience — Plant sunflower seeds in a cup you decorate yourself and take it home.
- Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily
- Duration: approximately 5–10 minutes
- Fee: ¥300
Advance reservations via "Asoview!" are available; same-day participation is also possible, subject to availability.
Telescope Workshop (Tentai Park)
Held in collaboration with Bic Camera, Sightron Japan, and Kenko Tokina, this workshop uses the NEWTONY learning telescope kit for elementary school students. Participants learn how a telescope works, assemble their own, then use it to view the July full moon (Buck Moon).
- Dates: July 28 (Tuesday) and July 29 (Wednesday)
- Sessions: 5:15 PM to 7:30 PM and 6:15 PM to 8:30 PM each day
- Fee: ¥17,000 per pair (includes admission for one adult and one child, plus the telescope kit)
- Capacity: 15 pairs (30 people) per session, 2 sessions per day
- Reservations open July 15 (Wednesday) at 11:00 AM via "Asoview!"
Sturgeon Moon Viewing Party — Chill Time Under the Full Moon (Tentai Park)
On August 28 (Friday), visitors can view the August full moon (Sturgeon Moon) through a telescope set up inside the observatory. A ukulele and guitar duo "Masha" performs a live "Full Moon Ukulele Concert" from 6:45 PM to 7:45 PM, turning the evening into a relaxed chill-out session beneath the full moon.
- Date: August 28 (Friday)
- Moon Viewing: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (moonrise around 6:16 PM)
- Concert: 6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
- Fee: Standard observatory admission only
Also at Tenbou Park This Summer: Rilakkuma Collaboration Event
From July 24 (Friday) to August 31 (Monday), Tenbou Park's event space hosts a collaboration with the anime "Rilakkuma," which began airing in April 2026. The installation features event key visuals, scene illustrations from the anime, plushie photo spots, and more ways to experience the world of Rilakkuma. Tenbou Park CAFE will also serve collaboration menu items during the same period.
- Period: July 24 (Friday) to August 31 (Monday)
- Location: Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park Event Space
- Admission: Standard observatory admission (some workshops are separately priced)
- Website: https://sunshinecity.jp/observatory/event/entry-37834.html
Event Information
- Event Name: Tenbou Park Summer Scenery (てんぼうパークの夏景色)
- Period: July 9 (Thursday) to August 31 (Monday), 2026
- Location: Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park, Ikebukuro, Tokyo
- Admission: Standard observatory admission (some workshops and events are separately priced)
- Website: https://sunshinecity.jp/observatory/event/entry-37867.html
