Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observatory

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Take in sweeping views of the city of Tokyo from 202m above ground level.

To access the observation deck, take the Observatory Elevator, which climbs directly to the 45th floor, at an elevation of 202 m above ground level, in 55 seconds. In the observation deck, visitors can admire the breathtaking views as well as enjoy the attached cafe and shop.

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More Information about Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observatory

Street address: 2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
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Access

Route1

Tochomae Station on the Toei Subway Oedo Line

Route2

12 minutes by foot from the West Exit of Shinjuku Station on JR and other lines

Opening Hours: Opening hours
(last admission is 30 minutes before closing time)
9:30 - 22:00
* The North Observation Deck closes at 17:30
(22:00 on days the South Observation deck is closed)

Closed: South Observation Deck:
First and third Tuesday of each month
North Observation Deck:
Second and fourth Monday of each month
* When a regular closing day falls on a national holiday, the observation deck will open on the holiday and close the following day.
* Both observation decks are closed during the end-of-year and New Year holidays (December 29 - 31 and January 2 - 3), and on building inspection days.

Website: https://www.zaimu.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/tochousha/goannai

Best season: All year

Point: Visitors can enjoy 360-degree panoramic views by walking around the perimeters of both the North and South Observation Decks. The observation decks also offer views of TOKYO SKYTREE (to the northeast) and Mt. Fuji (to the west) on clear days.

update: Dec.16.2025