东京 Day Guides
Roppongi Hills and Tokyo Tower are two popular places in Tokyo. They’re close to each other and offer beautiful city views, museums, modern buildings, parks, and great food. This guide gives you a full-day plan that’s easy to follow and fun for all travelers, including solo visitors, couples, families, and vegan/vegetarian eaters.
Let’s plan your perfect day!
Start your day by getting to Roppongi Station in central Tokyo.
From Shibuya: Take the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line (about 10 minutes)
From Shinjuku: Take the Toei Oedo Line (about 15 minutes)
From Tokyo Station: Take the Marunouchi Line, then transfer to the Oedo Line
Exit 1C: Walks directly into Roppongi Hills
Exit 3: Takes you to Tokyo Midtown (optional side visit)
Roppongi Hills is a large, modern complex filled with shops, restaurants, a museum, a garden, and an observation deck.
✔ Mori Garden – A small peaceful Japanese garden near the museum.
✔ TV Asahi Headquarters – You can look inside the open lobby.
✔ Roppongi Hills Shopping Area – Explore fashion stores, bookstores, and gift shops.
✔ Tsutaya Books – A beautiful store with Japanese stationery and international magazines.
Head up Mori Tower (just beside the spider statue) for art and amazing views.
Opening Hours: Usually 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ticket Cost: Around ¥2,000 for both the museum and observation deck
✔ See modern art from Japan and around the world.
✔ Go up to the Tokyo City View observation deck (inside viewing).
✔ If the weather is nice, pay extra to visit the Sky Deck on the rooftop!
A 10-minute walk from Roppongi Hills
Entrance Fee: Building is free, exhibitions vary (usually ¥500–¥1,500)
✔ Visit temporary art shows from Japanese and international artists.
✔ Walk through the large glass lobby — great for photos.
✔ Relax at the café inside or shop for art-themed goods.
Ippudo Roppongi – Famous ramen shop known for pork-based broth.
Sushi Zanmai Roppongi – Affordable sushi with many options.
Afuri Roppongi – Light, citrusy ramen; also offers a vegetarian ramen.
FALAFEL BROTHERS ROPPONGI – Serves vegan dishes
Feel Good Foods – Organic and natural Japanese food, mostly vegetarian.
After lunch or a short park walk, head to Tokyo Tower.
Walk: 20–25 minutes
By Train:
Go to Roppongi Station
Take the Toei Oedo Line to Akabanebashi Station
Walk 7 minutes to Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower is one of Tokyo’s most famous symbols. It’s 333 meters tall and has a great view of the city from the top.
Main Deck (150m): About ¥1,200
Top Deck Tour (250m): Around ¥3,000 (book online in advance)
Enjoy the city view—especially at sunset!
Try the glass floor section if you're feeling brave
Take photos with the glowing red tower
Visit the souvenir shop or aquarium in the base building
Visit Zojoji Temple behind the tower if you have time
You can stay near Tokyo Tower or go back to Roppongi for dinner.
GYOPAO Gyoza Roppongi – Izakaya restaurant
Jomon Roppongi – Kushiyaki restaurant
Ukai-tei Roppongi – Teppanyaki restaurant
Chopped Salad Day Roppongi – Salad shop
Sougo – Serves Japanese vegetarian dishes
Gluten Free T’s Kitchen – Gluten-free restaurant
You can walk around a bit more after dinner:
Walk around Roppongi Hills with the night lights on
Sit at a bench in Shiba Park and look up at Tokyo Tower
Visit a rooftop bar for a final drink (e.g., Andaz Tokyo or Ritz-Carlton)
