Best Free Night Spots in Tokyo
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Harumi Futo Park
5 Harumi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
A lush waterfront park with a view of the Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Tower. Parking is available nearby, so visiting on a driving date is recommended.
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Rinko Park
1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
A harbor park with a modern landscape. The view of luxury cruise ships docking and the night view toward Yokohama Station are highlights of the park. It is also a popular spot for sunrise on the first day of the year.
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Etchujima Park
1 Etchujima 1, Koto-ku, Tokyo
A beautiful riverside park with a view of illuminated bridges and houseboats. A recommended date spot to enjoy a night stroll while feeling the sea breeze.
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Gotanda Fureai Waterfront Plaza
2-9-11 Higashi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
A small waterfront plaza located a 3-minute walk from JR Gotanda Station. This is a free spot where you can enjoy the powerful night view of buildings with a cluster of tower condominiums.
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Aqua City Odaiba Rooftop Terrace
1-7-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall free night view spot where you can enjoy beautiful bay views including the Rainbow Bridge. Odaiba Shrine, the only shrine in the Odaiba area, is also a highlight.
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Shinjuku Nomura Building Observation Lobby
1-26 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall night view spot where you can view the scenery from a height of 200 meters for free. The Shinjuku Island Building, Mitsui Building, and Ome Kaido can be viewed.
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Shinjuku Takashimaya Times Square White Garden
5-24 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
A rooftop garden with lush greenery located on the 13th and 12th floors of Shinjuku Takashimaya. Recommended for date night in a mature atmosphere.
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Observation Deck
2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
This free observatory is very popular among foreign visitors to Japan. The South Observation Deck is recommended for a relaxing night view. If you want to enjoy a powerful night view, visit on a weekday.
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Tokyu Plaza Harajuku Harakado Rooftop Garden
6-31-21 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Lush rooftop garden overlooking landmarks such as Tokyo Tower, Roppongi Hills, and Docomo Tower. Recommended for evening strolls in the Shibuya and Harajuku areas.
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Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Omokado Omohara no Mori
6F, 4-30-3 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
A secluded night view spot on the 6th floor of Tokyu Plaza. You can enjoy the night view while sipping a cup of coffee from the adjacent Starbucks.
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Kameido Tenjinsha Shrine
3-6-1 Kameido, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Every year in April, wisteria blooms in full bloom and is illuminated. The wisteria is beautifully co-starred with the Tokyo Skytree.
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Koume Children’s Park
1-33-3 Mukojima, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
A children's park characterized by countless decorated poles. It is beautifully co-starred with the Tokyo Sky Tree.
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Shinjuku Central Park
2-11 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
A city park where various events are held throughout the year. In spring, the park is in full bloom and visitors can view the nighttime cherry blossoms and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building together.
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Office Tomin Hiroba
2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
A night view spot where you can enjoy the architectural beauty of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, which was inspired by Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, without any worries. The world's largest projection mapping is also a highlight.
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Otonashi Shinsui Park
1-1 Ojihoncho, Kita-ku, Tokyo
A charming park that is hard to believe it is just a short walk from Oji Station. The cherry blossoms are beautifully illuminated at night.
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Asukayama Park
1-1-3 Oji, Kita-ku, Tokyo
With approximately 600 cherry trees, this is one of Tokyo's most famous cherry blossom viewing spots. The illumination of the cherry blossoms at night is also a sight to behold.
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Ueno Onshi Park
3 Ikenohata, Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo
The park has a long history, having opened in 1876. The cherry blossoms are lit up at night every year, and the spectacle is regarded as one of the three best nighttime cherry blossom viewing experiences in Japan.
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Ueno no Mori Sakura Terrace
1-54 Ueno Koen, Taito-ku, Tokyo
A free night view spot where you can admire the powerful train view. It is recommended to stop by on your way home from a walk in Ueno Park.
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Bankoku Bridge
2-1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Free night view spot overlooking the landmarks of Yokohama Minato Mirai
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Cross Gate Rooftop Garden
1-101-1 Sakuragi-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
A hole-in-the-wall night view spot just a short walk from Sakuragicho Station. Recommended for those who want to talk slowly in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Megami Bridge
1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
A 75-meter-long bridge with multiple views of Minato Mirai landmarks. Free spot for a night stroll.
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Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
At night, the orange lights are turned on, creating a fantastic atmosphere.
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Wadakura Fountain Park
3-1, Outer Garden of the Imperial Palace, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall night view spot with three fountains lit up beautifully. The night view of skyscrapers is also beautiful and the relaxed atmosphere makes it a good place for a date.
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Nakameguro Cherry Blossom Festival 2024
Nakameguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
A riverside walkway known as a cherry blossom viewing spot. The illumination of the cherry blossoms at night is breathtakingly beautiful.
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Harbor View Park
114 Yamate-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
This is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Yokohama area. From the exotic atmosphere of the park, visitors can enjoy a relaxing view of the Yokohama Bay Bridge and the Minato Mirai area.
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Yamashita park
279 Yamashita-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
A park boasting a vast area where you can appreciate the night view of the Yokohama Port area while feeling the sea breeze.
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Kishamichi Promenade
2-9 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa
A promenade connecting Sakuragi-cho with the World Porters and the red brick area, stretching about 500 meters. It is a beautiful night view spot of the city toward Minato Mirai.
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Queen’s Square Yokohama 4F Terrace
2-3 Minatomirai 2-chome, Nishi-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
A special seat with a bird's eye view of the glittering “Yokohama Cosmo World” from a good height. Recommended for date nights.
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Zou-no-Hana Park
1 Kaigan-dori, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
The park has a serene atmosphere with screen panels that change to various colors depending on the time of day.
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Yokohama Hammerhead
2-14-1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
A night view spot from the atmospheric outdoor terrace overlooking the city in the direction of Minato Mirai. The illumination of the hammerhead crane is also a highlight.
