Jingu Gaien “Mori no Beer Garden” Barbecue Review

Jingu Gaien “Mori no Beer Garden” has long been loved as a summer tradition in Tokyo. Located right in the heart of the city, it is a highly popular spot where you can enjoy a delicious barbecue surrounded by rich greenery and a wide-open feel.
The biggest draw is that you can visit empty-handed and casually enjoy all-you-can-eat juicy meat and all-you-can-drink ice-cold beer. The location is perfect for a drinking party after work, an outing with friends or family on the weekend, or making memories on a sightseeing trip to Tokyo.

In this article, I share a firsthand review of Jingu Gaien “Mori no Beer Garden.”

What Makes Jingu Gaien “Mori no Beer Garden” Special

Wide-Open Feel in the Heart of the City! A Prime Spot Surrounded by Greenery

Despite being right in the middle of Tokyo within Meiji Jingu Gaien, the space is full of negative ions and surrounded by rich trees. Feeling the pleasant night breeze, you can forget the cramped feel of the skyscrapers and enjoy a resort-like mood as if you were out in the great outdoors.

“All-You-Can-Eat and All-You-Can-Drink” Meat and Draft Beer

The dynamic, grill-it-yourself barbecue features a high-volume lineup of meats and vegetables. It also has an extensive drink selection, including several types of cold draft beer, sours, highballs, and soft drinks. Additional orders can be placed easily with just a tap via a QR code! You can eat to your heart’s content and leave thoroughly satisfied.

Come Empty-Handed! Casual Convenience with No Prep or Clean-Up

Equipment prep, ingredient shopping, and troublesome clean-up are all left entirely to the staff. You can easily fit authentic barbecue into your schedule straight from work or during a Tokyo sightseeing trip—just as you are.

Outstanding Access! Just a Short Walk from the Nearest Station

It is located just a short walk from “Shinanomachi Station” on the JR Chuo-Sobu Line or “Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Station” on the Toei Oedo Line. Being close to the stations means less worry about the train ride home, so getting together and heading home afterward is incredibly smooth for gatherings with friends or after-work drinking parties.

Don’t Worry About a Little Rain—Tents Available

You do not have to worry even if the weather turns bad on the day you reserved. Large tent seats that shelter you from the rain are firmly in place within the venue, so you can still enjoy a lively, fun time as planned even if there is a bit of rain.

Plenty of Beers to Choose From

Not only standard draft beer, but a wide variety of brands—including multiple different labels and popular craft beers—are available. A major draw is being able to luxuriously taste and compare cold glasses while enjoying the differences in flavor and how easy each one is to drink.

A Great Menu Packaged at 5,980 Yen Per Person

This price includes an all-you-can-eat BBQ consisting of a 3-meat assortment of juicy beef, pork, and lamb, along with yakisoba noodles and fresh vegetables, paired with an all-you-can-drink selection featuring abundant choices like Ichiban Shibori, Heineken, and Heartland. Given the satisfying volume and quality, this plan offers excellent value. (*On weekdays from April to June, adults can enjoy it even more affordably at 4,980 yen).

Location and Access: Jingu Gaien “Mori no Beer Garden”

Location

Set in a lush, green spot inside Meiji Jingu Gaien, it has outstanding access from central Tokyo. The venue is located inside Meiji Jingu Gaien “Niko Niko Park,” 14-13 Kasumigaokamachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.

The most convenient nearest stations are “Shinanomachi Station” on the JR Chuo-Sobu Line or “Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Station” on the Toei Oedo Line—both about a 5-minute walk away. Walking from the station, the venue surrounded by greenery comes into view, so you can arrive smoothly without getting lost.

It is also accessible on foot in about 10 minutes from “Aoyama-Itchome Station” on the Tokyo Metro Ginza and Hanzamon Lines, as well as the Toei Oedo Line. Being within walking distance of multiple lines and stations makes it incredibly convenient for people to gather and head home, whether for after-work drinking parties or gatherings among friends.

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Summary: Jingu Gaien “Mori no Beer Garden”

As a summer tradition in Tokyo, Jingu Gaien “Mori no Beer Garden” is the perfect spot where you can enjoy an authentic barbecue while experiencing a resort mood right in the middle of the city.

It is an ideal setting for everything from casual drinking parties after work to a lively time with friends and family on weekends, as well as making memories on a Tokyo sightseeing trip.

Reservations fill up quickly, especially during the peak summer season and on weekends, so once your schedule is set, be sure to book your seats online early and enjoy the ultimate BBQ experience in an open space wrapped in greenery!