Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on July 2012

A new nightly 3D projection on the exterior of the building (instead of neighborhood fave King Kong) is not all that’s different about the reopened Hard Rock Café (5-4-20 Roppongi, Minato-ku; www.hardrockjapan.com). Enjoy your US-style tucker in a redone interior featuring new memorabilia such as outfits from MJ and Elton John, Lady Gaga’s mask, Madonna’s fishnets, etc. You can even browse items from global venues via a tablet at the table. The souped-up sound system blasts classic rock while permitting chatter, and shiny screens stream live entertainment. An upstairs VIP room is available for private parties and a new menu will appear in fall. If it’s good enough for Bon Jovi, it’s good enough for you.