Gyoko-dori Avenue: Access, Hours & Night View Guide
Gyoko-dori Avenue
Night View from Gyoko-dori Avenue (Chiyoda)
Visit Report: Gyoko-dori Avenue
Gyoko-dori Avenue is 190 meters long, connecting Tokyo Station's Marunouchi Central Exit to the Inner Moat Street in front of the Imperial Palace.
The name derives from the road used by the Emperor for gyoko (imperial outings).
At the end of this beautifully maintained street, you can see the illuminated Tokyo Station, with Chiyoda ward's symbolic high-rise buildings on both sides.
It's also popular as a wedding photo location, and you'll often see newlyweds in dresses and tuxedos taking photos here on both weekdays and weekends.
A major attraction is the variety of scenery throughout the year: dazzling fresh greenery from spring to summer, ginkgo trees turning golden in autumn, and the spectacular winter illumination event "Tokyo Michiterasu."
Be sure to stop by when you visit Tokyo Station.
Photos of Gyoko-dori Avenue
Illuminated Tokyo Station viewed from Gyoko-dori Illuminated Tokyo Station seen across the street Illuminated Tokyo Station viewed from Gyoko-dori Illuminated Tokyo Station and KITTE Marunouchi Tokyo Station and dazzling lights of high-rise buildings Marunouchi Building viewed from Gyoko-dori Sunset viewed from Gyoko-dori Ginkgo trees planted along Gyoko-dori Tokyo Station at dusk Tokyo Station at dusk
Gyoko-dori Avenue — Information
Features
| Address | 2-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan（Chiyoda Night View Spots） |
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| Opening Hours | Open 24 hours |
| Closed | None |
| Admission Fee | Free |
| Links | Gyoko-dori | Chiyoda City Tourism Association Tokyo Michiterasu |
Gyoko-dori Avenue - Access & Parking
| Train / Nearest Station |
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| Parking | None (use nearby paid parking) |
Best Time to See the Night View at Gyoko-dori Avenue
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The 'magic hour' when the blue sky meets city lights.
Today's sunset is at 18:23.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- How do you pronounce Gyoko-dori?
- It's pronounced "gyoko-dori." The name comes from the road used by the Emperor for gyoko (imperial outings). The official name is "Tokyo Metropolitan Road 404 Imperial Palace-Tokyo Station Line."
- What time does Tokyo Station's illumination end?
- The illumination hours are from sunset until 9:00 PM.
- Can I take night photos using a tripod?
- Tripod photography is not prohibited. Please follow proper etiquette and enjoy taking photos.