Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
(東京都庁)
Government Building
新宿区
"... in the north and south observation decks. The north observation deck is open later...."(12 Tips)
"Climb up to 45th floor to enjoy gorgeous views of the skyline of..."(9 Tips)
"Much better than Tokyo Tower if you want a great (and free) view over..."(6 Tips)
"Coffee and a brilliant view for 350 yen!"(72 Tips)
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- Artyom FedosovJuly 26, 2016Free admission, open till 11pm, but be ready to wait in long queues. If the weather is good, you will see spectacular city view with Fuji behind the skyline.
Kyle LyonsOctober 2, 2014great view, serious photographers and timelapsers beware. No tripods allowed. No even Gorilla Pods or mini tripods. They even stop you from resting your camera on the ledge. Got a few though :)
Nicolas DFebruary 25, 2015Cafeteria on 32nd floor of building 1 is open to the public. Great and cheap food with an amazing view! Enjoy!
Epicurean 🗼dventuresOctober 24, 2018Go up 2d observation deck 4a view of Tokyo.Free admission.Much less crowded than other paid sites,ie,Roppongi Hill,Tokyo Skytree,Tokyo Tower.Nearest train stn:Tochomae(or 15min walk from Shinjuku Stn)
𝙻𝚒𝚕𝚒á𝚗𝚊 ✨November 7, 2019Don’t miss to go up to the observatory either north or south tower. It is free and you get the best view! Anytime you go is breath taking, there is a souvenir shop in the middle and piano if you play
Isaac EllisonAugust 22, 2018The Government building is a great substitute to get a view of the town and pictures. It's free and there's a nice souvenir shop on the top floor. Please be careful because sometimes it's so foggy.
Jeffrey RJune 18, 2015Open till 10:30pm . Best time to capture photos qithout glare is sunset. If you come during day the 35th floor cafateria is open to the public and is cheap.
Alejandro HernándezNovember 21, 2015Free observatory with great views! Make sure to go just at sunset. The next half an hour the city shades are blue and the lights start to be turned on.
Yuen HawJune 11, 2017A must visit when in Tokyo. Come during the day or night for a spectacular view of the entire city at the north and south observatories. Best thing: its totally free!
Laurelle BJanuary 2, 2019Don’t let the lines scare you away. It moves super quick and everything is incredibly organized - as everything in Japan.- Jay SJanuary 28, 2013Climb up to 45th floor to enjoy gorgeous views of the skyline of Great Tokyo. There is a tourist office in the basement floor. Free access. Highly recommended, a must see.
- Yuri RamocanNovember 28, 2017Free panoramic views of Tokyo in the north and south observation decks. The north observation deck is open later. Just as good as (if not better than) Tokyo Tower.
- zeb300October 5, 2014Tokyo view for free: Almost all tourist guidebooks tell you to visit other places for a good city view. But you need to pay in those places. Here, at the city hall, it is for free.
ZhiWei LimNovember 14, 2015Go to lvl 45 for the view! It is free! Pls note that the south tower closes at 530pm and last entrance is at 5pm. North tower opens till 10pm. According to the lady south tower view is nicer
Jeffrey KaoJune 6, 2017Sure, there's the Skytree and Tokyo Tower, but this spot is free and also has a ridiculous view of Tokyo. Go to Shinjuku afterwards and get some food and drank.
Jim VailDecember 22, 2015The view from the 45th floor is great but if you go during lunchtime then go back up to the 32nd floor to the cafeteria for good cheap meals.
AJJanuary 25, 2015Great because it's free. I've been to 3 view points (Tokyo tower, Park Hyatt and this one)... And still think the Tokyo Tower is best among these three.
Melissa D.September 4, 2016Free observation decks open until dark. Really amazing views. If you're lucky, Mt. Fuji might be visible in the distance.
A MFebruary 19, 2016Free access. Great views of this amazing city. Come during sunset to see the sun set behind Mount Fuji.
KrisJuly 8, 2017i believe it's closed saturday an sunday but the view is amazing a must see while in Tokyo an even you don't speak japanese you'll be okay
Jimena PianoMarch 13, 2016One of the few gift shops that stays open until late! Also the view at night is amazing so it's worth going there by night.
SebasOctober 5, 2016Great view of the city. Although, the North Tower has only some windows to overlook the city. A lot of reflections in those. Not the best photo-op
Ruben Garcia MohedanoNovember 1, 2017Must visit, you’ll realise how wide Tokyo spreads. South tower has the best views but North feels nicer and has a better cafe
Jeff WooFebruary 13, 2014Grab a beer (http://foodmento.com/dish/8991) at the Good View (Y500 happy hour 4-6pm) for the best views.
Nick SaretzkyJanuary 22, 2016Great view, no line, and it's free. Enjoy the advertisements for other prefectures and a gift shop.
Natasha RooneyOctober 25, 2014South tower usually open till 5, north open till 11. North has a large restaurant which takes up some of the view so head to south if it's still open!
Benedicte SoterasApril 20, 2016Free city view! Queues seem long but move fast in the evening. There's also a souvenir shop at the main deck.
Stephen O'LearyJune 22, 2014Free entry, and stunning views of the city - a must-visit for any tourist in Tokyo
Destination AsiaApril 6, 2013In full bloom - It is now time to view the cherry blossom festival in Japan as parts of the country are blessed with groves of cherry trees in full blossom. Read more
- Martin WeigertFebruary 17, 2013Much better than Tokyo Tower if you want a great (and free) view over Tokyo.
Kate CatlingNovember 20, 2015Free observation deck on the 45th floor. North Observatory is closed on 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, South - 1st and 3rd Tuesday.
Farah JDecember 23, 2014Head up to the 45th floor to get a good view of the Tokyo skyline for free 😁
- KrisJuly 8, 2017the view from here is amazing. i believe it's closed on saturday and sunday keep this in mind
Fraser McIntoshNovember 19, 2015Though behind windows and alongside a tacky gift shop the view is great and free
Mel of CSJ CSJFebruary 27, 2016Beautiful night view at a great price - free! Staff very friendly. Gift shop includes postcards.
Sedat Ö.April 13, 2018Walking distance to Shinjuku, free observatory deck at 45th floor. Can see Fuji in clear weather
Joshua PetersDecember 25, 2015Great view, very high up, they search your bag before letting you go up so pack accordingly.
Ben ConnerMay 8, 2017A free view of Tokyo from the top! It's open till 11:00pm most days, but the last time to enter is 10:30.
Anj RodriguezMarch 18, 2018Cheap option if you want to see the city. Get a chance to see Mt.Fuji on a good day.- Destination AsiaMay 7, 2013A planned rail link connection in Tokyo has laid down the tracks for a retail contest in one of the prominent shopping districts in the capital city. Read more
Candid CuisineApril 10, 2015Free entrance to their observatory and on sunnier, clear days, lucky enough to see Mt. Fuji
- Luke AveryMay 21, 2017Great views for no money, but if you go at night be prepared to deal with loads of reflections off the window glass.
Kate FurmanJanuary 5, 2016Survey the city 202m above ground from the observation deck of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
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