A night of illuminations symbolizing Tokyo, captured at Roppongi Keyakizaka
The Roppongi Keyakizaka Illumination is a night photography spot where you can enjoy both the glamour and sophisticated atmosphere of the city. By combining the lights lining the zelkova tree-lined avenue with the Tokyo Tower and skyscrapers visible in the background, you can capture photos with the distinctive three-dimensional feel of Roppongi. The blue hour just after sunset is highly recommended. The sky's blue and the illumination's light balance beautifully in photos, emphasizing the city's scale. Low angles from the sidewalk or compositions that deliberately compress the lights with a telephoto lens also work well. It's the perfect spot when you want to capture a shot symbolizing winter in Tokyo.
Key points for photography
December 12, 2025, being a Friday night, the venue was quite crowded. Therefore, I felt that next time, it would be better to visit on an earlier weekday during the illumination period when it seems relatively quieter for photography.
Best viewing and photography timing
Best Season
冬
Recommended times
夜
Access & Basic Information (Check Before Shooting)
- Address:6-10 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- Subject:illumination
- Admission fee:None
- Admission Time:None (Illumination hours available)
- Parking Lot:None (Parked at a nearby coin-operated parking lot)
- Restroom:Yes
