Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Deck: Access, Hours & Night View Guide
Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Deck
Night View from Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Deck (Bunkyo Ward)
Visit Report: Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Deck
Bunkyo Civic Center is a public facility housing Bunkyo Ward Office and cultural halls.
The building's 25th floor features a free-admission observation lounge.
The observation lounge stands approximately 105m (344 ft) above ground, offering panoramic views of Tokyo's cityscape. Here are the highlights in each direction:
- North
- Ikebukuro district cityscape including Sunshine City
- South
- Tokyo Dome City and Chiyoda district's high-rise buildings
- East
- Illuminated Tokyo Skytree and Ueno-Asakusa area cityscape
- West
- Mount Fuji and Shinjuku district's skyscraper cluster
The western view is particularly noteworthy. The sight of Mount Fuji overlapping with the Shinjuku subcenter's building cluster is absolutely beautiful. You can also witness Diamond Fuji around February 2nd and November 9th each year.
The observation lounge's windows are angled to reduce interior reflections, making it perfect for nightscape viewing.
Why not stop by when visiting the Tokyo Dome area for sightseeing?
Photos of Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Deck
Shinjuku skyscrapers and Mount Fuji together Night view from Bunkyo Civic Center Observation Lounge Night view of Ikebukuro area with Sunshine 60 and other buildings Tokyo Skytree viewed from Bunkyo Civic Center Observation Lounge View from Bunkyo Civic Center Observation Lounge Night view of Ikebukuro area with Sunshine 60 and other buildings Toppan Printing building and Shuto Expressway Tree-lined ginkgo avenue viewed from Bunkyo Civic Center Observation Lounge Shinjuku cityscape at dusk Bunkyo Civic Center viewed from Bunkyo Reisengawa Park Atmosphere of Bunkyo Civic Center Observation Lounge View of Ikebukuro area from Bunkyo Civic Center View of Asakusa area from Bunkyo Civic Center Atmosphere of Bunkyo Civic Center Observation Lounge
Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Deck — Information
Features
| Address | 1-16-21 Kasuga, Bunkyo City, Tokyo, Japan（Bunkyo Ward Night View Spots） |
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| Opening Hours | 9:00-20:30 |
| Closed | Year-end holidays (December 29 - January 3) |
| Admission Fee | Free |
| Observation Deck Height | Approx. 105m (344 ft) |
| Links | Bunkyo Civic Center Observation Lounge Official Site Civic Bunkyo | Bunkyo City Tourism Association |
Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Deck - Access & Parking
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| Parking | None (use nearby paid parking) |
Best Time to See the Night View at Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Deck
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The 'magic hour' when the blue sky meets city lights.
Today's sunset is at 18:27.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What kind of nightscape can you enjoy? What are the main highlights?
- You can view the spectacular combination of Shinjuku's skyscrapers with Mount Fuji, as well as Tokyo Skytree and other landmarks.
- When can you see Diamond Fuji from Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Lounge?
- Diamond Fuji can be observed around February 2nd and November 9th each year.
- How much does it cost to enter Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Lounge?
- Entry to Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Lounge is completely free.
- Is Bunkyo Civic Center Observatory Lounge currently closed?
- It was temporarily closed due to renovation work on the Bunkyo Civic Center assembly hall's specific ceiling, but reopened on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023.
- Can I use a tripod to photograph the nightscape?
- Tripod photography is prohibited. Please follow the rules and enjoy photography responsibly.