What other travelers are saying about Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
Not a lot of tourists know about this attraction, which is completely free!!
The observatory decks are as good as the other towers out there.
The wait to go up is minimal.
The fact that there is a public piano for performances makes it more mesmerizing.
There is a small cafe on the top, so you can easily chill while watching the view or the performers.
The night shows are also worth watching.
There are different songs and projections.
The building is quite close to a station.
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An unforgettable (and free!) Tokyo experience!
Hard to believe that such a professional and well-managed observatory is completely free to visit! The panoramic views of Tokyo are truly breathtaking—even though I couldn’t catch Mt. Fuji due to cloudy weather, the experience was still remarkable.
What made the atmosphere even more special was the public piano—each performer played so beautifully, and the queue was organized very smoothly. Small details like a free water fountain and reasonably priced vending machines made the visit even more comfortable.
If you’re visiting Tokyo, this is a must-see spot! Can’t recommend it enough.
Incredible nightly video shows with music on the building. Has a fantastic observation deck on the top of both buildings. On the ground floor there is a small mall with two of the best visitors information centers in Tokyo. Visit during the daytime to learn about Tokyo and overlook the city then visit at night to see show and a very different view from the observation deck.
Both North and South Observatory are at the 45th storey. The lift entrance is only at Building No. 1, ground floor. The lift takes 55 seconds to reach the top. Mount Fuji will be visible from both towers on a clear day. South tower has a grand piano open to public for performance from 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 4pm.
One of the best observation decks in Tokyo! We went up to the North Observatory only, and the view was absolutely amazing — and it’s free! We’re glad we came. Honestly, the North deck alone is enough; no need to visit both. Highly recommended!
The observation decks offer panoramic views of Tokyo, and on clear days, you can see Mount Fuji, the Tokyo Skytree, and the Meiji Shrine. The North Tower and South Tower both have observation decks, providing different perspectives of the city.
The North Observation Deck is open from 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM, while the South Observation Deck is open from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These hours can vary, so it's recommended to check in advance.
The building is accessible via the Tochomae Station on the Oedo Subway Line. It's also a short walk from Shinjuku Station, one of Tokyo's major railway stations.
It's located in Shinjuku, Tokyo, and is a prominent feature of the city's skyline. The address is 2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.
Yes, visitors can enter the building and access the observation decks, which are open to the public free of charge.
