Yebisu Garden Place Tower is part of a shopping, dining and cultural complex in Ebisu, Shibuya. Head to its free viewing areas on the 38th and 39th floors for city panoramas, including Tokyo Bay and Rainbow Bridge to the east and the Shibuya and Shinjuku skylines to the northwest. Below, you can browse shops and restaurants, visit the Museum of Yebisu Beer or see an exhibition at the Tokyo Photographic Art Museum. In the evening, the surrounding plaza is lit up.
Free views from the upper floors
Yebisu Garden Place Tower stands within the larger Yebisu Garden Place complex in Ebisu, Shibuya. Its viewing areas are on the 38th and 39th floors, about 160 metres above ground. They are open spaces between restaurant areas rather than a dedicated observation deck, so access can follow restaurant schedules.
The east-facing view takes in Tokyo Bay and Rainbow Bridge. Looking northwest, you can see the high-rises of Shibuya and Shinjuku. The 38th floor is noted for its view toward Tokyo Tower. The viewing areas are free to enter.
A former brewery site
Yebisu Garden Place was built on the site of the former Yebisu beer brewery, which gave its name to the area. The complex brings together shopping, restaurants, hotels and museums. The Museum of Yebisu Beer commemorates the brewery, and its Tasting Salon has beer tastings.
The Tokyo Photographic Art Museum is also in the complex and holds exhibitions. Check what is showing if you want to add an indoor stop to your visit.
Getting there and exploring the complex
The complex is an easy walk from Ebisu Station, and a covered Skywalk provides a route from the station. Once there, you can combine the upper-floor views with shopping, a museum visit or a meal. Restaurants range from casual to upscale, and the plaza is lit in the evening.
For photography, a small tripod may be usable in the viewing area without obstructing others. Allow time to explore beyond the tower; the wider grounds include additional sights, including La Maison Franco-Japonaise.
Perguntas frequentes
Is the observation area free?
Yes. The viewing areas on the 38th and 39th floors are free to enter.
What can you see from the tower?
The east-facing view includes Tokyo Bay and Rainbow Bridge. To the northwest, you can see the Shibuya and Shinjuku skylines; the 38th floor also has a view toward Tokyo Tower.
How do you get to Yebisu Garden Place Tower?
It is an easy walk from Ebisu Station, with a covered Skywalk connecting the station to the complex.
When can you access the viewing areas?
The viewing areas are between restaurant spaces, so access hours can depend on restaurant schedules.
