Best Free Night Spots in Tokyo
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Shibuya
Shibuya River Street
3-18 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
A 600-meter-long promenade stretches along the Shibuya River. Recommended for an evening stroll after a meal at Shibuya Stream.
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Edogawa
Fureai Bridge
7-34 Hirai, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
A beautiful night view spot where the Tokyo Sky Tree and Fureai Bridge appear together. In spring, Kawazu cherry trees are in full bloom, and a magnificent cherry blossom view can be enjoyed.
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Other
Maihama Coastal Walkway
Maihama, Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture
This is a spectacular spot where you can view the Gate Bridge and Mt. Diamond Fuji can also be seen every year in mid-February and mid-October.
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Chiyoda
Hibiya Park
1-2 Hibiya Park, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
The highlight of the park is the large fountain, which changes its lighting colors and fountain patterns every 28 minutes.
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Minato
Tokyo Tower Underground Parking Stairway
4-5 Shiba-Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A highly photogenic spot that's incredibly popular on Instagram and other social media platforms. Here, visitors can capture Tokyo Tower towering above the staircase in their photos.
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Event
Cherry blossoms illuminated at night at Itabu Station, Kominato Railway
Iiyu, Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture
A spectacular spring-only spot where you can view the illumination and fantastic reflections of the cherry blossoms at night.
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Other
i-Link Town Observation Deck
The Towers West, 45F, 1-10-1 Ichikawa-Minami, Ichikawa, Chiba, Japan
This free observation facility is famous for its views of the Tokyo Sky Tree and Mt. It is recommended to visit in winter when the air is clearer.
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Chuo
Tsukiji Honganji Temple
3-15-1 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
The temple's architectural style, which combines exoticism and Japaneseness, is attractive. The temple is worth seeing when it is illuminated until 9:00 p.m. daily.
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Chuo
Akashicho Riverside Park
8-1 Akashi-machi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
A beautifully landscaped park right next to St. Luke's Garden. The beautiful sight of the Tsukishima area with its beautiful rows of tower condominiums is very beautiful.
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Chuo
Asashio Little Bridge.
6-3 Kachidoki, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
A humanitarian bridge located in the Harumi area where a forest of skyscrapers stands. The bridge offers a view of the high-intensity building lights and the Rainbow Bridge.
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Minato
Nagisa Bridge
12 Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall night view spot where you can see the powerful skyscrapers of Shibaura Island and the Tokyo Monorail train. The illumination of the bridge, which glows blue, is also noteworthy.
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Chuo
Shin-Ohashi Bridge
2 Nihonbashi Hamacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
This beautiful bridge is characterized by its harp-like shape. From the bridge, one can see the illuminated Kiyosubashi Bridge and Ryogoku Junction.
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Sumida
Ryogoku Bridge
1-11 Ryogoku, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
A hole-in-the-wall night view spot where you can enjoy the Tokyo Skytree view and junction night view.
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Sumida
Arcakit Kinshicho Rooftop Observation Floor
2-2-1, Kinshi, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
Free observation space on the 11th floor rooftop of Arca-Kit Kinshicho. This is a great spot to get an unobstructed view of the Tokyo Sky Tree. Note that it opens early at 18:00.
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Chuo
Reimei Bridge
5 Harumi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
This 88-meter bridge spans the Asashio Canal in Chuo Ward. The bridge offers views of the Harumi area towers and the bay area.
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Chuo
Kachidoki View Park
5-7-1 Kachidoki, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
A park along the canal with beautiful views of the illuminated Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Ohashi Bridge, and the skyscrapers of Shiodome.
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Chuo
Reimei Bridge Park
3-1-6 Harumi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
An urban park surrounded by towering condominiums. If you visit at night, you can enjoy the powerful night view.
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Chuo
Toyomi Sports Park
3-19 Toyomi-machi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
A large, beautifully landscaped park with extensive grounds. The highlight is the unobstructed view of the Rainbow Bridge.
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Chuo
Asashio Bridge
2-3 Tsukishima, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
This is a night view spot where you can enjoy the sight of skyscrapers lining both sides of the Asashio Canal. It boasts the most beautiful view in the area with a large amount of light.
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Chuo
Chuo Ohashi Bridge
2 Shinkawa, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
The bridge features a "Kabuto" design. The view of Eitai Bridge and Sky Tree is a highlight.
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Chuo
Asashio Canal Water Park
3-6 Harumi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
A promenade along the Asashio Canal. The night view of the skyscrapers in the Tsukishima area is a highlight.
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Chuo
Tsukuda Bridge
1-3-9 Tsukishima, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
The bridge offers a view of St. Luke's Garden and other skyscrapers. The illuminated green and yellow lights are also a highlight.
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Yokohama
Nihonmaru Memorial Park
2-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
The square where the sailing ship Nippon Maru, an important cultural asset of Japan, is exhibited. The reflections that can be seen on a day when the wind is calm are fantastic.
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Minato
Rainbow Bridge Shibaura Loop Bridge
3 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo
This is a hole-in-the-wall free nighttime spot where you can view the loop bridge that shines like a crown. Visitors who visit for photography purposes should be careful, as it is impossible to capture the entire view in a photo without a super wide-angle lens.
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Yokohama
Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal
1-4 Kaigan-dori, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Pref.
The Yokohama Port Cruise Terminal is where large cruise ships dock. From the outdoor deck, you can see the Yokohama Landmark Tower, Red Brick Warehouse, Cosmo Rock 21, Marine Tower, and other famous landmarks all around.
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Toshima
Ike SunPark
4-42 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
One of the largest in Toshima City, it is a place of relaxation for the residents of the ward. It has a beautiful night view with skyscrapers such as Sunshine 60 and the OWL Tower.
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Toshima
Toshima Ward Minami Ikebukuro Park
2-21-1 Minami Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
The park features a beautifully maintained lawn area. The park offers a view of skyscrapers such as the Toshima Ward Office and the OWL Tower, and a night view with a lot of light.
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Toshima
Diamond Gate Ikebukuro Diamond Deck
1-16-15 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
A free night view spot where you can look down on trains passing by on the Seibu Line and JR Yamanote Line. Recommended for those who like train views.
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Taito
Umayabashi Bridge
2-15 Kasuga-dori, Kuramae, Taito-ku, Tokyo
The only triple-arch bridge on the Sumida River. At night, the bridge is illuminated in white, adding to the night view of the Sumida River. The view of Tokyo Sky Tree, Komagata Bridge, and Kuramae Bridge is also a highlight.
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Taito
Kuramae-bashi Bridge
2-1 Kuramae, Taito-ku, Tokyo
An arched bridge over the Sumida River with a beautiful golden appearance. The Tokyo Sky Tree View is a highlight.