Top 12 Places to Get the Most Incredible Views of the Tokyo Skyline

Take a guess which city is the best y in the world. If your answer is Tokyo, you’ve hit the bull’s eye! 

The bustling Japanese capital is the “Best City in the World,” according to Condé Nast Traveler—is home to some of the most spectacular sights on the planet. From the 2.4 million pedestrians strolling Shibuya Crossing to the sakura-lined streets in this futuristic metropolis, Tokyo offers a unique landscape to feed your eyes and the ‘Gram! And the best way to see them all is by going up high. 

Whether it’s a glimpse of Mt. Fuji or the entire Tokyo skyline, these 12 towering skyscrapers will give you some of the best views of the city. So get your cameras ready and prepare to be wowed!

The 333-metre tall Tokyo Tower stands as one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks, best known for its panoramic views and the symbol of Japanese rebirth after World War II. Built in 1957, this tower is a bright beacon in the sprawling metropolis, serving as a broadcasting facility and a tourist attraction at the same time. You can mount the Tokyo Tower Observatory and go 150 metres above the grounds; or go even higher to its newly renovated top deck at 250 metres, complete with mirrored ceilings for that Insta-worthy photo! 

If you want to catch a sweeping view of the entire Tokyo skyline, Tokyo Skytree is the best tower to go to. It stands 634 metres high and is the tallest structure in Japan! It has two platforms: the Tembo Deck at a height of 350 metres; and the Tembo Galleria at 450 metres. Both provide incredible sceneries of Sumida-Ku, Tokyo Bay, and the rest of the city. 

Klook Tip: If you’re feeling famished, head up to Floor 345 for a swanky dinner with a view at the Sky Restaurant; or Floor 350 for quick snacks and cool drinks from the Skytree Cafe. If you book with Klook, you can enjoy a dining and viewing experience at the same time! 

Can’t pick between Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Tower? Let our guide help you:

Take sightseeing to another level! At the Ikebukuro Sunshine, you’ll travel 60 floors at 251 metres high to spot Japan’s most iconic landmarks (Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Tower, and Mt. Fuji) and enjoy interactive displays to stimulate your senses. From Instagram-friendly photo spots to optical illusions and VR-enhanced adventures, the whole fam is sure to have a grand time! 

If you find yourself exploring the vibrant streets of Roppongi, why not take this opportunity to visit the neighbourhood’s tallest tower, the Mori Tower? At the heart of Tokyo’s nightlife district, Mori Tower offers a stunning landscape of the Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Skytree, Shinjuku Gyoen, and the National Diet Building. Also, it’s one of the liveliest places to see Tokyo at night, perfect for the party animals and late-night revellers.

Klook Tip: Art enthusiasts can not only enjoy Mori Tower for its panoramic views but also its super cool, out-of-this-world, modern art displays at the Mori Art Museumon the 53rd floor. 

If you’re wondering what’s there to do in the sky once you’ve seen the Tokyo skyline, fret not! Shibuya Sky will treat you to a relaxing afternoon of cloud gazing. Located on top of Shibuya Scramble Square, this whopping skyscraper features a Cloud Hammock, where you can sit back, relax, and count the clouds. Still, if you’re brave enough, try standing on the Sky Edge and looking down from 230 metres above the ground to test your courage. From the Shibuya Sky, you’ll be able to see Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo Tower, and on a good day, even Mt. Fuji. 

What’s great with Shibuya is that you don’t need to stray far to see the Tokyo skyline; the city is jam-packed with places to see ‘em, including the Carrot Tower. Just two stops from Shibuya, Carrot Tower is Sangenjaya’s best-kept secret, boasting an unobstructed view of Shibuya, Bay Bridge, and Mt. Fuji to the south. Once you’ve admired the cityscape, head down and make time for coffee and sweets with your partner—Sangenjaya’s got heaps of cute dining places and trendy cafes! 

Another towering giant where you can get a fabulous view of the Tokyo skyline is the Caretta Shiodome Sky View in Minato. From 200 metres above ground, you can catch sights of Tokyo Bay, Rainbow Bridge, Tsukiji, and Kachidoki Bridge—FREE of charge. An added bonus: you and your significant other can bask in the romantic atmosphere as you dine on sumptuous Japanese cuisine on the 46th and 47th floors. What a treat! 

Observation decks aren’t the only places in Tokyo where you can see the cityscape. Rooftop parks are another great option if you prefer your view with fewer crowds. For some peace and quiet in the bustling capital, drop by Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku, a shopping centre with a rooftop garden for relaxing, feeling the breeze, and enjoying the view. In the evening, when Tokyo is lit up, you’ll see thousands of people crossing Shibuya with the city skyline as the backdrop. 

Ikebukuro might be the last place in Tokyo you’d expect to see some greeneries, yet its open rooftop garden on the ninth floor of the Seibu Ikebukuro Department Store offers a tranquil haven. Inspired by Claude Monet’s “Water Lilies,” the garden is bursting with seasonal blooms underneath the brightly-lit Ikebukuro skyline—far from the bustle of tourist crowds. 

The Telecom Center Building is one of the top (literally!) places in the city where you can spot the scenic lights of Odaiba and greater Tokyo. On the 21st floor, you’ll get a good vantage point of the Rainbow Bridge and Fuji Television Building against the backdrop of the glittering city lights at night. 

Unbeknownst to many, Tokyo is more than just a concrete jungle of towering skyscrapers; it’s a city that’s rich in history, especially the charming neighbourhood of Edogawa. Here, you’ll discover the mighty Edo River, Kasai Rinkai Park’s giant Ferris Wheel, Mt. Tsukuba, and truckloads of bonsai gardens, which you can all see from Tower Hall Funabori at 115 metres high. 

Klook Tip: Come at night, and you might spot the fireworks show at Tokyo Disneyland and Disneysea from the tower’s deck! 

Capping off our list of best places to see the Tokyo skyline is Miyashita Park, a rooftop deck packed with a skateboard park, a sand-covered court to play volleyball, and Starbucks to take your fill as you and your best mates wait for sunset. The open lawn area of Miyashita Park offers a dazzling view of the busy Shibuya skyline.