Space Market Inc. is proposing “Cool BBQ,” a new way to enjoy barbecues comfortably during midsummer in air-conditioned indoor spaces or covered rooftops, in response to rising demand for BBQ use at rental spaces. The company will also jointly renovate “TheSpace Kinshicho,” a rental space in Kinshicho, Tokyo operated by group company Space Mall, into a space better suited for enjoying Cool BBQ. The renewed venue is scheduled to open around early July 2026. Background: Heatstroke Risk at Outdoor Barbecues Barbecues are a classic summer leisure activity, but recent extreme heat has made outdoor events increasingly risky due to heatstroke concerns. In April 2026, the Japan Meteorological Agency decided to name days with maximum temperatures of 40 degrees Celsius or higher “extreme heat days,” highlighting how summer heat countermeasures have become a society-wide issue. At the same time, the number of rental-space uses for “barbecue” purposes on Space Market increases by about 12 times in August compared with the lowest month of the year. This indicates strong demand to enjoy barbecues with family, friends, and coworkers even during periods of severe heat. Against this backdrop, Space Market is proposing barbecues held in air-conditioned indoor spaces and covered rooftops, which are less affected by heat and weather, as “Cool BBQ.” The company will also renovate “TheSpace Kinshicho” in Tokyo’s Kinshicho area into a more comfortable venue for Cool BBQ, offering a summer BBQ experience less dependent on weather or heat. What Is “Cool BBQ”? “Cool BBQ” refers to a way of enjoying barbecues comfortably even on extreme heat days, either indoors with air conditioning or on shaded or covered rooftops. Space Market is presenting it as a new summer barbecue option. Cool BBQ can be used not only for private gatherings but also for mothers’ meetups with children and company or departmental celebrations. The three major difficulties of summer barbecues are: outdoor settings pose he