Tokyo Metropolitan Government Offices Observation Deck

For panoramic views of the city, visit the 45th Floor of the Metropolitan Government Offices in Shinjuku. The best part is that admission is free.

[Tokyo Metropolitan Government Offices Observation Deck - image © Florentyna Leow]

Tokyo has many places where you can get good panoramic views of the city. Tokyo Tower and the Sky Tree Building are some of the most famous. But a fantastic place to visit for a view of the metropolis is at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Buildings in Shinjuku. Not only are the views from the 45th floor stunning, admission to the observation decks is also free, making it the Tokyoite’s best-kept secret - not to mention a fantastic date spot.

[Tokyo Metropolitan Government Offices Observation Deck - image © Florentyna Leow]

There are two towers, and therefore two observation decks to visit. On a clear day, you’ll be rewarded with views of Odaiba and as far as Mt. Fuji from the South Observation Deck. The night views from the North Observation Deck are also stunning, and for this reason it’s open until 10:30pm. For the price of a drink at the cafe and bar, you’ll have a memorable night out and some great photos to boot.

Because these towers are also home to offices, as well as the Tokyo Metropolitan Government assembly halls (surprise, surprise), be aware that visitors will need to undergo bag checks prior to hopping in the elevators from the basement floor. These are just standard security precautions, and shouldn’t deter you from going.

Another great reason to come here for the view: you can’t see iconic landmarks such as the Tokyo Tower and the Sky Tree Building while you’re standing inside them. This place should be on your Tokyo hit list.

English name:
Tokyo Metropolitan Government (office tower/observation deck)

Japanese name:
東京都庁

English address:
2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 163-8001

Japanese address:
〒163-8001 東京都新宿区西新宿2-8-1

Opening hours:
9:30am-11pm (last entry 10:30pm)

Admission:
free

Nearest Transport:
Subway: 1-minute walk from exit A4 of Tochomae Station on the Toei Oedo line.
Train: 10-minute walk from the west exit of Shinjuku Station.

Nearest Hotels:
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Telephone:
+81-3-5320-7890 (weekdays 10am-5pm)

Website:Official Website (English)

Near To Here:
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Offices Observation Deck is located in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district. See our complete list of things to do in Shinjuku, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.

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