Shibuya Sky
Tokyo, Japan

Shibuya Sky is an open‑air observation deck perched atop Shibuya Scramble Square in Tokyo, delivering 360‑degree city views that include the bustling crossing below and distant mountain silhouettes. Its modern design and sunset vistas make it a standout spot for urban explorers.
Why choose Shibuya Sky
From this height you experience Tokyo’s scale in a way street‑level crowds can’t match, watching the city pulse from sunrise to nightfall. The deck’s glass‑enclosed walkways let you linger over the skyline while the city’s lights flicker below.
Best for: Photography · Couples · First-timers · Urban explorers
Start your Shibuya skyline tour
Begin at Shibuya Sky for panoramic city views, then walk to nearby highlights for a full half‑day experience.
- Morning — Shibuya Sky
- 11:00 — Shibuya Crossing
- Lunch — Maidreamin Shibuya Store
Visit tips
- Arrive 10 minutes before your slot to clear security quickly
- Use the western glass walkway for the best view of the crossing below
- Visit after 18:00 for sunset; the deck stays open until 22:30.
- Buy tickets in advance to avoid the midday queue at the entrance.
Plan your visit
- Recommended duration: 1–1.5 hours — including time for photos
- Best time of day: Evening, around sunset — views brighten after 18:00
- Hours: 10:00–22:30
- Entry: ¥2.70
- Booking: required — Reserve tickets online — Midday queues can be long
- Category: viewpoint
- Rated 4.6 by 26148 reviewers
- Tags: city views, sunset, modern design, popular spot
Nearby attractions
- Shibuya Crossing — landmark, 2 min walk
- mipig cafe Harajuku — restaurant, 17 min walk
- Maidreamin Shibuya Store — cafe, 5 min walk
- Uobei Shibuya Dogenzaka Store — restaurant, 5 min walk
- ICHIRAN Shibuya — restaurant, 4 min walk
- Tonkatsu Maisen Aoyama — restaurant, 17 min walk
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- Sensō-ji
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