Tokyo City View Observation Deck

The Basics

The main observation decks are 820 feet (250 meters) high, and the open-air deck is 886 feet (270 meters) high. Here you can enjoy spectacular views of Tokyo Tower, Shinjuku, Odaiba, and even Mount Fuji on clear days. Tickets to the Tokyo City View Observation Deck also include admission to the adjacent Mori Art Museum, which showcases modern art. Be sure to stop by the observation deck as you explore the Roppongi Hills complex and Roppongi neighborhood.

Things to Know Before You Go

• There is an extra fee to visit the Sky Deck, a higher open-air platform.

• This attraction is wheelchair accessible.

• Tickets can be purchased in advance to save time.

How to Get There

The observation deck is located in the Roppongi Hills area, which is well-connected to other parts of Tokyo by metro and railway. Take the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line or Toei Subway Oedo Line to Roppongi Station; the Toei Oedo or Tokyo Metro Namboku Line to Azabu-juban Station; or the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line to Nogizaka Station. All are a short walk from Roppongi Hills.

When to Get There

The observation deck is open late into the evening. The night views are particularly spectacular, as the city is bright with neon.

Visit the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building

If you’d prefer a simple observation deck without the art gallery experience, check out the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku instead. There are two towers, each with an observation deck at 663 feet (202 meters) high. It’s free to visit, and the views are just as good.

Ways to explore

The main observation decks are 820 feet (250 meters) high, offering spectacular views of Tokyo Tower, Shinjuku, Odaiba, and even Mt. Fuji on clear days. Be sure to stop by as you explore the Roppongi Hills complex and Roppongi neighborhood—there are many attractions and dining options in the area.

Most travelers visit independently, and it’s worth prebooking your ticket for guaranteed access at busy times. You can also include the attraction on a customizable private guided tour of Tokyo.

Accessibility

Mori Tower and the observation deck are wheelchair accessible, with elevators and accessible restrooms.

Age limits

None

What to pack

Camera with a good zoom for landscape photography

What to wear

Light jacket, small bag—you may need to go through a security check

Not allowed

Large luggage or umbrellas, eating or drinking

Amenities

Café and restaurant, museum gift shop, coin lockers

Address

The observation deck is located in the Roppongi Hills area, which is easy to reach from other parts of Tokyo by public transit.

Driving

Driving isn’t recommended, as Roppongi is one of central Tokyo’s busiest areas. If you must drive, paid parking is available at Roppongi Hills; receive a discount when you purchase observation deck tickets.

Public transportation

Take the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line or Toei Subway Oedo Line to Roppongi Station; the Toei Oedo or Tokyo Metro Namboku Line to Azabu-Juban Station; or the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line to Nogizaka Station. All are a short walk from Roppongi Hills.

Best times to visit

The deck is open from mid-morning until late evening. Both day and nighttime visits offer great city views.

Best days to visit

Weekends tend to be busier than weekdays, and weekend tickets are more expensive, so visit midweek if you can.

Best months to visit

The views from the observation deck are typically better in the winter, when the sky is less humid and cloudy than in other seasons.

Special events

The observation deck is sometimes closed—or admission is combined with other exhibits—when special events are held at the Mori Art Museum or within the Mori Tower. Check the attraction’s website for up-to-date information.