Best Night View Spots in Tokyo
This is a ranking of recommended spots from over 100 Tokyo night spots that we have actually visited! Each spot has been rated overall in terms of beauty, accessibility, atmosphere and hole-in-the-wall (how crowded it is).
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Wadakura Fountain Park
3-1, Outer Park of the Imperial Palace, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall night spot with three beautifully lit fountains. The night view of the skyscrapers is also beautiful and the relaxed atmosphere makes it a good place for a date.
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KITTE Rooftop Garden
2-7-2 Marunouchi, Chiyod-ku, Tokyo
Free viewing area with great views of Tokyo Station and the Marunouchi buildings. Note that Tokyo Station is illuminated until 21:00.
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Tokyo Tower Main Deck & Top Deck
4-2-8, Shiba Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo
This observatory offers a panoramic view of Tokyo from heights of 150m and 250m. The “Another Tokyo Tower”, which has become a hot topic on social media, is a must-see attraction.
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Shibuya Scramble Square Observation Deck, Shibuya Sky
2-24-12, Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
An observatory recommended for date nights, offering a 360-degree view of Tokyo from 270 metres above sea level.
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Metropolitan Government Building Observatories
2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
The free observation deck on the 47th floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building is very popular with visitors to Japan. The South Observation Deck is recommended for a relaxing night view!
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Marunouchi Building, Observation Floor
2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
A night viewpoint with a relaxed atmosphere on the restaurant floor. The highlight is the illuminated National Diet Building and Mt.
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Tokyo Sky Tree Observation Deck
1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
The view of the great ocean of light from the world’s tallest tower is breathtaking. As it gets crowded on weekends and holidays, you need to buy a ticket in advance to get up to the observation deck.
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Hachitama Spherical Observation Room
2-4-8, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A representative observatory of Odaiba with a nice view of Rainbow Bridge. Note that it closes early, so the night view is only available in winter.
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Roppongi Hills Observation Deck Tokyo City View & Sky Deck
6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
The best place in Tokyo to view the city at night from 250 metres above sea level. The Sky Deck, a rooftop observation deck, is also an attraction.
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Telecom Center Observation Deck Lounge ViewTokyo
1-510 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall observatory with beautiful views of Tokyo Tower and Rainbow Bridge. There are only a few people here, even on holidays, so it is recommended for a date night as it is a quiet and relaxing place.
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Yebisu Garden Place 38th Floor Top of Yebis
4-20 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Free observation deck with panoramic views of Tokyo Tower, Rainbow Bridge and other landmarks. A visit is recommended after a meal in the restaurant.
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Tower Hall Funabori Observation Deck
4-1-1 Funabori, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
A free observatory with a beautiful view of the Tokyo Sky Tree, one of Tokyo’s most famous landmarks. On a clear day you can also see Mt.
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Sunshine 60 Tenbo Park
Sunshine City Midori Area, 3-1-1 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Observatory with a 360-degree view of the city from a height of 251 meters above sea level
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Toyosu Gururi Park
6-1 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo
A night viewpoint where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower and other landmarks while enjoying the sea breeze. Recommended for a date with a great atmosphere.
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Sensoji Temple
2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
A representative sightseeing spot in Asakusa where nighttime strolls are enjoyable. Lights are up until around 11:00 p.m. daily. The Asakusa picture scrolls painted on the shutters of Nakamise-dori are also a highlight.
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Azabudai Hills 33F Observation Deck
1-3-1 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A hot new spot where you can see Tokyo Tower right in front of you. You can enjoy the spectacular night view for free, which is hard to believe it’s free.
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Arakawa riverbed (Kinegawabashi baseball field)
3, Higashi-Yotsugi, Katsushika-ku, Tokyo
Free spot with a relaxing atmosphere and a beautiful view of Sky Tree and the railway bridge at sunset.
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Wakasu Seaside Park
3-1-2 Wakasu, Koto-ku, Tokyo
The Tokyo Gate Bridge promenade is only open during the summer season and offers a free night-time view of the illuminated Tokyo Gate Bridge and Mt. Fuji.
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Ariake Sports Centre Viewing corridor
2-3-5 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall spot where the night view of the Odaiba area can be viewed at leisure. The view towards Rainbow Bridge is particularly recommended.
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Sumida River Bridge
Nihonbashi Hakozaki-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
A beautiful night view spot of the blue Eitai Bridge and the high-rise condominiums of Tsukishima. Many sightseeing boats come and go, making it possible to take beautifully exposed photographs.
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Tokyo Midtown Yaesu YAESU TERRACE
2-2-1 Yaesu, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
A new night view spot at the Yaesu Exit of Tokyo Station. The highlight is the Grand Roof, a large roof with a design motif of ‘light sails’.
Best Night View Hotel in Tokyo
Here are some of the hotels in Tokyo where we have actually stayed and found the night views to be beautiful! Please use this as a reference when deciding where to stay in Tokyo.
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Hotel Metropolitan Marunouchi
1-7-12 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
A spectacular hotel with a stunning train view and urban-like building night view.
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The Prince Park Tower Tokyo
4-8-1 Shiba-Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A 5-star hotel with a luxurious view of Tokyo Tower right in front of you. Recommended for sightseeing around Tokyo Tower.
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Hotel Wing International Select Asakusa Komagata
2-7-5 Komagata, Taito-ku, Tokyo
A good-cost hotel with a rooftop terrace overlooking Tokyo Sky Tree. The illuminated night view of Sensoji Temple is also worth seeing.
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Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills
1-23-4 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A five-star luxury hotel with a beautiful night view towards Tokyo Tower.
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier
2-2-1 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo
A cosmopolitan hotel where you can enjoy the beautiful night view of the waterfront. The observation room for the exclusive use of guests is also an attraction.
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Park Hotel Tokyo
Shiodome Media Tower, 1-71 Higashi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A good, cosy hotel with the best view of Tokyo Tower in Tokyo and more than 400 works of art on display at any one time.
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Keio Plaza Hotel
2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Skyscraper hotel 170 meters above the ground with a view of the powerful Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
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Asakusa View Hotel
3-17-1 Nishi Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
A historical hotel representing Asakusa with a beautiful view of Tokyo Sky Tree
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Ginza Creston
St. Luke’s Garden, 8 Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Historic hotel with one of the best nighttime river views in Tokyo. A stroll along the Sumida Terrace in the vicinity of the hotel is also recommended.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tokyo Nightscapes
What is the recommended time for night viewing on 5/8
The 30-minute period from 18:33 ~ 19:03 is the twilight time when the night view is most beautiful.
Where is the best spot to admire the night view of Tokyo?
Wadakura Fountain Park, KITTE Rooftop Garden, SHIBUYA SKY, Tokyo Metropolitan Government South and North Observation Decks, Tower Hall Funabori Observation Deck, and Tokyo Tower Observation Deck are recommended.
Which hotel in Tokyo has a beautiful night view?
Hotel Metropolitan Marunouchi, The Prince Park Tower Tokyo, and Hotel Wing International Select Asakusa Komagata are recommended.
When is the best time to view the Tokyo nightscape?
When visiting observatories, winter is the best time to view the nightscape as the air is clearer. Also, you can enjoy a night view of buildings with more light on weekdays.
What are some of the landmark buildings in Tokyo?
Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Sky Tree, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Gate Bridge, and Tokyo Station are famous landmarks.