Aoi Heya

Aoi Heya is a popular live house and chanson bar located in Shibuya, Tokyo. Aoi Heya is owned by te famous Japanese author and Singer/Songwriter Togawa Masako. The club is considered one of the most popular underground clubs in Tokyo for chanson, burlesque dancing, cabaret, and related performances. Aoi Heya is sometimes referred to by it's English name “Blue Room.”

Aoi Heya frequently hosts all night events or parties featuring Japan's top burlesque dancers including award winning groups like Murasaki Babydoll and Buricama. Aoi Heya is used as a bar and to host dance shows or avant-garde live theater, but the stage and layout also makes it possible for live bands to perform on some occasions.

History

Aoi Heya started as a coffee shop in 1967 owned by Togawa Masako’s sister. Eventually the coffee shop became a bar, until it was ultimately converted by Masako into a club and live room in December of 2000.

Location

• Address (English):
• Yachiyo 2-12-13 Bill B1F
• Shibuya-ku, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0002

• Address (Japanese):
• 〒150-0002 東京都渋谷区渋谷2-12-13八千代ビルB1F
• Phone: 03-3407-3564

Access

Aoi Heya is about a 5 minute walk from Shibuya Station. To get there from the Shibuya Station, go through the south east entrance over the bridge and over the expressway towards the direction of Roppongi. Cross the Roppongi Tower across the straight, and it is a 1 minute drive straight on the left hand side.

Facility

The design of Aoi Heya is supposed to be a blend of both old and new culture. It seats only approximately 150 people, and is popular with both young Japanese and older hipsters due to its eclectic style.

Aoi Heya has a large food and beverage list, with over 75 different types of wines and liquors available.

External Links

• Official Homepage, Aoi Heya (Blue Room)
• Future Homepage, Togawa Masako