3 SPOTS FOR PHOTOGRAPHY ON A TOKYO TOUR

The view from the Shibuya Sky Escalator at Night

Tokyo is the biggest city in the world. Naturally, it hosts some of the best street photography in the world as well. But, choosing where to get your best shot can become daunting when you’re trying to find the perfect spot in the biggest city. On our Tokyo tours, you can as your Tokyo tour guide to bring you to some of the best spots for photography in Tokyo.

3 spots for Photography on a Tokyo Tour - Table of Contents

  1. Shibuya

  2. Omotesando

  3. Asakusa

1. Shibuya

Featured in movies such as Lost in Translation and The Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift, Shibuya naturally makes it to the top of our list. Whenever you see the neon lights or crowded bustling streets of Tokyo, it is almost always a picture of Shibuya. But where in Shibuya can you get the best pictures?

  1. Shibuya Sky Observation

  2. Shibuya Magnet Rooftop (free)

  3. Shibuya Station Bridge to Mark City (free)

All these locations are great places to get a snapshot of the world-famous Shibuya Crossing. Make sure to ask our Tokyo tour guides in advance to reserve a ticket for the Shibuya Sky Observation Deck. Because of its popularity, it is almost impossible to get same day tickets!

The view from Shibuya Magnet

The view from the Shibuya Sky observation deck at night

2. Omotesando

Not only is this for street photographers, but architecture enthusiasts love Omotesando. Omotesando is known for their concentration of luxury brands lined up on one street. But, they compete against each other not just by their brand but also by their architecture. You can take a look at some of the best spots here.

Kaleidescope escalators in the Tokyu Plaza in Omotesando

3. Asakusa

Asakusa is the heart of the traditional side of Tokyo. Hosting the oldest temple in Tokyo Tour - Sensoji - this place is a guarantee that you’ll snap a couple cool shots. You can ask your Tokyo tour guide to take you to the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information center for a “lesser known” observation deck for a nice view of the temple.

Nakamise Dori leading up to Sensoji Temple

 
 


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