※The North Observatory will be closed from Friday, November 1, 2024 to January 2025. The South Observatory will remain open (except for the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month).
The Observatory Congestion
The South Observatory
Admittance time : 9:30~21:30
Closed : on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
*When one of the days listed above falls on a holiday, the observatory will be open on the holiday but closed the following day.
The North Observatory
The North Observatory will be closed from Friday, November 1, 2024 to January 2025.
The sign of waiting time in each
●Blue : Quiet 0-5 minutes’ waiting
●Orange : Slightly crowded 5-30 minutes’ waiting
●Red : Crowded over 30 minutes’ waiting
※Click here for 2024 full-year observatory schedule .
※The observatories will be closed during the New Year's holiday season (December 29 to 31 and January 2 and 3) and on Saturday May 11, 2024 for inspection.
※We don't accept neither advanced nor group reservation.
【东京都厅展望室开放时间如下】
◆开放时间
*南展望室:9:30~22:00 (最终入场 21:30)
*北展望室:9:30~17:30 (最终入场 17:00)
◆开放OMOIDE钢琴现场演奏
演奏时间(维修日除外)
10:00 ~12:00 / 14:00 ~16:00
◆拥挤时将限制入场人数。
※今后情况将通过网页另行通知。
【도청 전망실 개방 시간 안내】
◆개관시간
*남쪽 전망대 : 9:30~22:00(입장마감 : 21:30 까지)
*북쪽 전망대 : 9:30~17:30(입장마감 : 17:00 까지)
◆「도청 오모이데 피아노」이용시간
10:00~12:00/14:00~16:00(점검일 제외)
Visiting the observatories
Enjoy commanding views of downtown Tokyo from a height of 202 meters.
The observatories are intended to inform and educate people about Tokyo and TMG policy while taking in the stunning views below.
We hope that you will take a moment from your visit to think about the future of "Tokyo" while gazing out the window at the city.
North-east Direction
From this direction, you can see Tokyo Skytree.
South-east Direction
From this direction, you can see Shinjuku Gyoen and Meiji Jingu.
South-west Direction
From this direction, you can see Shinjuku Park Tower and Tokyo Opera City Tower.
West Direction
From this direction, you can see Mt. Fuji in the distance.
Mt. Fuji is most visible between December and February with cool temperatures and good visibility.
Guide to the TMG Observatories
To access the observatories, take the dedicated "Observatories Elevator" from the first floor of TMG No. 1 Building.
*On TMG closures (Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays), the second
floor entrance and exit is closed. Please use the front entrance on the
first floor.
Some lights have been turned off intentionally to conserve electricity. Your understanding and cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Hours
The South Observatory
9:30 am - 10:00 pm (last admission at 9:30 pm)
The North Observatory
9:30 am - 5:30 pm (last admission at 5:00 pm)
*Usually it takes about 20-30 minutes to get the elevator. Please wait in a queue.
Depending on the condition, waiting time may be different. It’s recommended to come with margin.
Thank you for your understanding.
*The observatories may be closed suddenly due to inclement weather or other reasons. Closures and other information will be notified via the X feed at: https://twitter.com/tocho_tenbou.
Admission: Free of charge
Closed
・The South Observatory is closed on the first and third Tuesday of every
month.
・The North Observatory is closed on the second and fourth Monday of every month.
*When one of the days listed above falls on a holiday, the observatory
will be open on the holiday but closed the following day.
*The observatories will be closed during the New Year's holiday season
(December 29 to 31 and January 2 and 3) and on Saturday May 11, 2024 for
inspection.
※Click here for 2024 full-year observatory schedule .
Click here for NOTICE of the observatories.
Click here for more detail of the observatories.
'Tocho omoide piano' is at the south observatory.
*Available time for playing : 10am-noon / 2pm-4pm on days when the south observatory is open.
Click here for NOTICE of 'Tocho omoide piano'.
*Within 5 minutes a person.
Please refrain from using tripods or other devices to take photographs.
Cafes and stores inside the observatories
・Please see the “How and where” web page (South Observatory store, etc).
TMG Observatories TOKYO SKY GUIDE
TOKYO SKY GUIDE is a special viewing guide created by TMG for its observatories
It provides information in the native language of visitors without using a dedicated app.
Simply scan the QR code located at a total of 32 spots on the exhibition panels to automatically display information.
Be sure to try it out on your smartphone.
About TOKYO SKY GUIDE
Inquiries
Observatories Hotline: 03-5320-7890 (weekdays 10:00 am ~ 5:00 pm)
(Japanese only)
Guide to parking garage and public transportation
The TMG parking garage is open from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm (be aware that vehicles cannot leave the garage after 10:00pm).
Please use a nearby parking garage if you will be using it outside of these hours.