Enjoy your own classic compositions to find from street corners and parks at Tokyo Tower.
Tokyo Tower is an iconic landmark that can be photographed from a variety of locations in Tokyo, and its appeal is that it offers a completely different look depending on the angle and distance from which it is viewed. In addition to the classic views from Zojoji Temple and Shiba Park, you can also enjoy finding your own unique photo spots, such as peeking out from a street corner or between buildings, or seeing reflections in a river or park. Furthermore, combining flowers, greenery, and seasonal landscapes will make your photos even more rich and expressive. By taking pictures at different times of the day, from the blue sky during the day to the sunset, and even at night when the tower is lit up, you can express the tower's diverse charms to the fullest.
Key points for photography
The key to taking photographs is to choose the right place and time of day. In addition to the standard spots, you can enhance the presence of Tokyo Tower by composing your shot to take advantage of slightly remote locations, gaps between buildings, and the surface of the water in rivers and parks. The trick is to be conscious of the contrast with the blue sky during the day, to combine the changing colors of the sky with the silhouette at dusk for a dramatic effect, and to use the colors and brightness of the lights at night to keep the exposure low. By taking pictures from different angles, at different distances, and with different ways of incorporating the foreground, you can create a picture that is uniquely yours.
Best viewing and photography timing
Best Season
year-round
Recommended times
Morning, noon, and evening
Access & Basic Information (Check Before Shooting)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-8, Shiba-Koen 4-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo |
| subject | Tokyo Tower |
| Admission fee | None |
| Admission Time | None |
| Parking lot | None |
| Restroom | None |
