Since the late 1950s, skyscrapers and towers have sprung up across Tokyo. The panoramic views that these buildings afford were not lost on the designers, and several of these structures incorporate observation decks that are open to the public. From these enclosed or open-air observatories visitors can look out over the Kanto Plain and see as far away as Mount Fuji on clear days. The following are some of the best observation decks in Tokyo:
Tokyo Skytree••
Hours: 10:00 to 22:00 (from 9:00 on Sundays and national holidays)
Closed: No closing days
Admission: 2100-2300 yen (first deck), 3100-3400 yen (both decks)
Discounted by a few hundred yen if purchased online.
Deck Height: 350 meters (first deck), 450 meters (second deck)The Tokyo Skytree is Japan's tallest tower. Standing 634 meters tall, it was the second tallest structure in the world at the time of its completion in 2012. The Skytree has the two highest observation decks in Japan. The spacious lower deck (at 350 meters) features wide windows, a cafe, shops and a restaurant. The upper deck (at 450 meters) is notable for a glass and steel enclosed ramp that spirals around the building. Both offer spectacular, unobstructed views out over much of the Kanto Region. An aquarium and shopping mall are found at the base of the tower.
Tokyo Tower
Hours: 9:00 to 23:00 (entry until 22:30)
Closed: No closing days
Admission: 1200 yen (main deck), 3000 yen (both viewing decks)
Discount available for upper deck if purchased online.
Deck Height: 150 meters (main deck), 250 meters (top deck)Standing 333 meters, Tokyo Tower is three meters taller than the Eiffel Tower. When completed in 1958 it symbolized the rebirth of Japan as a post war economic power. The tower has two observation decks, the main deck at 150 meters and the top deck at 250 meters. Both offer views as far away as the Tokyo Skytree and Mount Fuji on a clear day, and down over Zojoji Temple below. The touristy lower floors of the tower house souvenir shops and restaurants.
Shibuya Sky•
Hours: 10:00 to 22:30 (entry until 21:20)
Closed: No closing days
Admission: 2500 yen (2200 yen if purchased online)
Deck Height: 229 meters (46th floor)Opened in 2019, Shibuya Scramble Square is the tallest skyscraper in the Shibuya district, rising 229 meters over Shibuya Station. The observation deck occupies the building's two top floors and includes a spectacular open-air deck which divides visitors from the unobstructed views over the city with nothing but a layer of glass at the very edge of the building.
Roppongi Hills•
Hours: 10:00 to 22:00
Closed: No closing days
Admission: 2000 yen (discounted if purchased online)
Deck Height: 218 metersOpened in 2003, the 238 meter tall Mori Tower is the centerpiece of the Roppongi Hills complex at the heart of Tokyo's Roppongi district. The building's 52nd floor houses the elegant Tokyo City View observation deck and the entrance to the excellent Mori Art Museum. An open-air rooftop deck used to be open in the past, but it is now not accessible to the public anymore.
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
Hours: 9:30 to 22:00 (entry until 21:30)
Closed: December 29 to January 3 (except Jan 1) and occasional inspection days
Admission: Free
Deck Height: 202 meters (45th floor)Completed in 1991 in Shinjuku's skyscraper district, the 243 meter tall Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (Tocho) houses two observation decks, one in each of its towers. The free observation decks are located on the 45th floor of their respective towers and offer views from 202 meters above the ground. From the Tocho it is possible to see Meiji Jingu, Tokyo Tower, the Tokyo Skytree and Mount Fuji.
Bunkyo Civic Center
Hours: 9:00 to 20:30
Closed: 3rd Sunday in May, December 29 to January 3
Admission: Free
Deck Height: About 130 metersAlthough not as tall as the other list entries, the observation deck on the top floor of the Bunkyo Civic Center offers impressive views of Tokyo thanks to its central location, including views of Mount Fuji behind the skyscrapers of the Shinjuku district on one side and the Tokyo Skytree on the other. The building's lower floors house the offices of the Bunkyo City Ward. Immediately below the civic center are Tokyo Dome City and Koishikawa Korakuen.
Sunshine 60
Hours: 10:00 to 21:00 (entry until 20:00)
Closed: No closing days
Admission: 700-1200 yen depending on the day
Deck Height: 226 metersOpened in 1978 in Ikebukuro, the 240 meter tall Sunshine 60 was Japan's tallest building for more than a decade. It features an observation deck on its top floor with nice views over the city but is not as centrally located as the above listed observation decks.
Observation decks are not the only way to enjoy views of the city from high up in the air. Several skyscrapers house restaurants on their top floors from where diners can simultaneously enjoy good food and good views of the city. Top floor restaurants are an especially good way of seeing the city views at night after other observation decks close. Some notable districts where top floor restaurants are common include Marunouchi, Shiodome, Shinjuku and Shibuya.
Furthermore, many of Tokyo's high level hotels are also located on the top floors of skyscrapers, allowing them to give their guests exclusive views of the city. Some of these include the Park Hyatt, Ritz Carlton, Mandarin Oriental, Park Hotel Tokyo and Shangri La.
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Featuring free WiFi and a hot tub, Mokkoan offers accommodation in Kita Ward, Tokyo. Private parking is available on site.Every room comes with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries.You will find a shared kitchen at the property.The guest house also offers free use of bicycles. Yokohama is 37 km from Mokkoan, while Chiba is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 24 km from Mokkoan.
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Conveniently set in the Edogawa district of Tokyo, 7 Rooms Hotel & Cafe is situated 1.3 km from Furukawa Shinsui Park, 1.5 km from Gyosen Park and 1.6 km from Ukita Park. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 700 metres from Subway Museum.The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All units will provide guests with a fridge.Shin Nagashima River Shinsui Park is 1.7 km from 7 Rooms Hotel & Cafe, while Former House of Udagawa Family is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 22 km from the accommodation.
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Situated in Tokyo, 300 metres from Asakusa Fujiasama Shrine and 7.5 km from the centre, cyash*tsu ryokan asakusa features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and an open-air bath. This 3-star ryokan offers a lift and full-day security. The ryokan has a hot tub and luggage storage space.At the ryokan, the units come with a wardrobe. Each unit has a safety deposit box and some rooms include city views. At the ryokan, all units are soundproof.At the ryokan, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner and specialises in Japanese cuisine.Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area.Popular points of interest near cyash*tsu ryokan asakusa include Nitenmon Gate, Edo Taito Traditional Crafts Center and Great Tokyo Air Raid Memorial Monument. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.
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Kaminarimon Ryokan offers accommodation with free WiFi.The rooms are air-conditioned and come with a flat-screen TV, fridge and Nespresso coffee machine. An electric kettle, a green tea set and free toiletries are provided.The hotel offers laundry service for an additional fee.Kaminarimon Ryokan is a 2-minute walk to the Asakusa Metro Station. From there, destinations like Akihabara, Ginza and Ueno are a 15-minute subway ride away.There are many dining options and convenience stores within a few minutes' walk from the hotel.
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Situated in Tokyo, within 1.5 km of Sensoji Temple and 2.2 km of Tokyo Skytree, Ryokan Nakadaya offers accommodation with a shared lounge. The property is set 3.5 km from Edo Tokyo Museum, 6 km from Marunouchi Building and 6 km from Yasukuni Shrine. Free WiFi is available.The units in the inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Each room is equipped with a shared bathroom.The property has a hot tub.The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 19 km from the property.
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Composed of 2 buildings, The Okura Tokyo boasts a garden and bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The accommodation features a concierge, ticket service and currency exchange for guests.All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, kettle and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All guest rooms have a private bathroom with a bath, hairdryer, bidet and free toiletries.Located on 28-40 floors, Prestige Tower offers rooms with cityscape views. Guests booking room type with Club Lounge Access in Heritage Wing can enjoy Club Lounge. Spacious rooms in Heritage Wing include complimentary welcome drink, steam sauna and spa bath.Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast.Popular points of interest near The Okura Tokyo include Iino Hall and Conference Centre, National Diet Building and Space FS Shiodome. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International, 22 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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Attractively located in the Koto Ward district of Tokyo, ulu Tokyo is set 500 metres from Shibusawa Eiichi Taku Monument, 700 metres from Site of Mutsu Munemitsu Residence and 500 metres from Shinkawa Historic Place Monument. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 700 metres from Monument of Electric Experiment at Hiraga Gennai.The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen. Ulu Tokyo features some rooms with city views, and all rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.Popular points of interest near ulu Tokyo include Masago Monument, Bank of Japan Origin Place Monument and Takao Inari Shrine. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 17 km from the hotel.
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Boasting chic decor with touches of Japanese traditional aethetics, Hotel Gajoen Tokyo is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. 7 dining options are featured, and free parking is available on site. JR Meguro Station is 6 minutes on foot and Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum is a 12-minute stroll. Free WiFi is provided throughout.All spacious rooms rooms include a satellite TV with cable channels, minibar, a coffee machine and handy smartphone. An en suite bathroom is fitted with a spa bath, free toiletries and hairdryer. For your comfort, some rooms include a sauna.Guests can unwind in a Japanese-style garden or at a library on site The front desk is open for 24 hours a day, and there are a pastry shop and gift shop at the property. Massage services and room services can be arranged.Shunyuki serves signature Chinese delicacies, while Tofutei offers an authentic Japanese kaiseki multi-course meal. Teppanyaki Japanese wagyu beed, American-style grilled dishes and Italian cuisine can be sampled on site. Live piano performance can also be enjoyed at an on-site cafe lounge in the day time.JR Shibuya Station is a 5-minute train ride, while JR Shinagawa Station is 8 minutes by train from Hotel Gajoen Tokyo. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 10 km away.
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Ideally situated in the centre of Tokyo, ENT TERRACE AKIHABARA is within 400 metres of Origami Kaikan and 500 metres of TKP Garden City Premium Akihabara. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 500 metres from Koobu Inari Shrine, 300 metres from EDO Culture Complex and 500 metres from Ochanomizu Park. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.All rooms in the hotel are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At ENT TERRACE AKIHABARA the rooms include bed linen and towels.Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kamezumiinari Shrine, Yushima Goryo Shrine and Yushima Seido. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 21 km from ENT TERRACE AKIHABARA.
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Section L Ueno-Hirokoji is a recently renovated aparthotel in the centre of Tokyo, 100 metres from Kamezumiinari Shrine and 200 metres from Matsuzakaya Ueno. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The aparthotel features family rooms.The units at the aparthotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with slippers, a bidet and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the aparthotel, every unit has bed linen and towels.Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Ryuseido Shinjo-in Temple, sh*tamachi Museum and Akihabara Neribei Park. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 21 km from Section L Ueno-Hirokoji.
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