There are a number of observatories and parks dotted around Tokyo where you can enjoy beautiful night views for free.
This page introduces some of the recommended free night view spots that we have actually visited so far.
This page lists a variety of places, from standard night view spots to hole-in-the-wall spots where there are few people and you can relax and enjoy the night view.
Please check it out if you are looking for a date, a sightseeing destination or an Instagram-worthy photo spot!
4-4-13, Shiba Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A photogenic photo spot that is very popular on Instagram and other social networking sites. Capture the sight of Tokyo Tower towering above the staircase in your photos.
6-4 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Free night view spot with a beautiful night view of the bay area. Recommended as a night walking course in Toyosu.
3-9 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Free night view spot with a good view and a hole in the ground at the foot of the Konan Bridge. Highlights include the illuminated Rainbow Bridge and the night view towards Toyosu.
6 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo ~ 4 Harumi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
550 m bridge spanning the Toyosu and Tsukishima areas. It can be crossed on foot and has beautiful views from the observation space halfway up the edge.
2-4-27 Harumi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
A free night view spot where you can look up at the powerful skyscrapers. Recommended to visit on the way back from playing at Lalaport Toyosu and other places.
6-2-35 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Park with a good atmosphere overlooking high-rise flats in the Toyosu and Shinonome areas.
6-5 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall free night view spot with panoramic city views of the bay area. The spacious greening square is ideal for relaxing and watching the night view.
5-2-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
An urban oasis of greenery in the middle of Ginza. The view of the Sukiyabashi intersection and the Fujiya sign is a highlight.
6-1 Rinkai-cho, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
Free nightlife spot dotted with Instagram-worthy photo-op spots. There is also an aquarium and an aviary, recommended for a one-day date.
4-12, Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
The zelkova trees along Omotesando Avenue glow champagne gold with 900,000 LED lights in winter.
9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A wintertime tradition where the interior of Tokyo Midtown shines in gold. There is also a special outdoor skating rink, which is recommended for winter dates.
1-1-2 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
An illumination event where the streets of Hibiya are enveloped in a fantastic spectacle. It is recommended to drop by on your way home from work or a date for the long duration of the event.
6-10-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Rooftop garden overlooking the main Ginza Wako building and Tokyo Tower, an adult night view spot with admission until 23:00.
4-20 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
A winter tradition with the world's largest Baccarat chandelier and a Christmas tree decorated with more than 300 ornaments.
1-5-11 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
A winter tradition in which approximately 800 metres from Shibuya Park Avenue to the zelkova trees in Yoyogi Park are illuminated with blue illumination.
1-16-21 Kasuga, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
This free observation deck is a hole in the ground with beautiful views of the skyscrapers in the direction of the Shinjuku sub-centre and Mt Fuji.
1-7-1 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo
An observation room with a beautiful night view towards Takeshiba Passenger Boat Terminal. A room for adults with benches where you can lie down and watch the night view.
1-12-2 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Gateway to the Izu and Ogasawara Islands and other islands. A hole-in-the-wall night view spot with beautiful views of Tokyo Bay.
Around 1 - 3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
A winter tradition in the Marunouchi area of Tokyo, with a history of more than 20 years.
4F, 2-7-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Hidden night view spot with an up-close view of Tokyo Station.
2-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Beautiful 190 m long avenue with seasonal expressions.
1-4 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A popular tourist attraction where you can enjoy the various faces of the Rainbow Bridge.
3-2, Shiba Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Famous for its picturesque composition, the Tokyo Tower is a famous landmark.
6-12, Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
The 400 m Keyakizaka slope glows with LEDs inspired by a tree-lined avenue of snow, a wintertime tradition.
6-12-1 Toyotamakita, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
One of the best night view spots in Nerima Ward, with a panoramic view of the city's skyscrapers and Mt Fuji from a height of 80 m. You can also enjoy a meal in the observation lobby.
6F, 4-30-3 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
A hidden night view spot on the 6th floor of Tokyu Plaza. You can enjoy a relaxing night view with a cup of Starbucks coffee in hand.
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.
5 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Bridge over the Sumida River with beautiful futuristic formations. A good spot for viewing the Tokyo Tower.
1-9-4 Ohashi, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
A 400 m long, doughnut-shaped park on the roof of Ohashi Junction. One of the few night view spots in Meguro.
1-16-1 Uenoge, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Free night view spot for a date where you can see Mt. Fuji and the Kawasaki area from a hill
6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Beautiful Japanese garden with Roppongi Hills and nighttime cherry blossoms.
6-12 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
400 m long cherry tree-lined avenue just outside Roppongi Hills.
2-14-9 Kiyosumi, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Historic bridge depicted in ukiyo-e prints by Katsushika Hokusai and Utagawa Hiroshige. The highlight is the illumination of the white lights.
2-1-5 Tsukuda, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Free night-time viewing spot with a good atmosphere where you can see the illuminated Eitai Bridge and Tokyo Sky Tree together.
1 Shinkawa, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
A beautifully curved bridge spanning the Sumida River. The highlight is the night view of the blue lights and skyscrapers towards Tsukishima.
Nakasu, Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
This 186.2-meter-long road bridge is designated as a National Important Cultural Property. The highlight is the beautiful pink illumination.
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.
9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A place where you can enjoy cherry blossom views with a sophisticated urban atmosphere.
1-32-12 Mukojima, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
A beautiful night view spot to visit in spring, with the Tokyo Sky Tree and Kawazu cherry blossoms.
1-14-30 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Free night view spot with a warm wooden interior design. Recommended after shopping or dining in the Harajuku area.
6-20-10 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
The renovation of Miyashita Park has made this a new tourist attraction in Shibuya. The green roof of the park is a recommended date spot for relaxation.
15-1 Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall free night view spot on the 10th floor of Shibuya Parco. The location offers a panoramic view of the streets around Shibuya.
2-7 Honcho, Nakano-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall night view spot where the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building can be viewed in an interesting composition. Recommended mainly for photographers.
7-12 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
A pedestrian bridge where you can enjoy the night view full of Shinjuku's character. This is a sacred place that appears in the movie "Kimi no na wa.
5-24 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
A stylish night view spot directly connected to Shinjuku Station where you can stop by after work. The illuminated docomo Tower is a highlight.
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.
1-2-70 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Free night view spot with a view of Tokyo Tower, which is also used as a location for TV dramas. It has a very nice atmosphere and is recommended for use on dates.
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.
1 Higashi-Komagata, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall night view spot where you can view the Tokyo Sky Tree blending in with the city.
3-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
A free night view spot with a beautiful spaceship-like interior and an observation lounge on the 7th floor where you can enjoy train views.