Most Instagrammable Spots In Tokyo

Visitors to Japan’s capital will find there’s no shortage of beautiful scenes to photograph and picturesque backdrops to take advantage of. Both man-made and natural, new and traditional, these are Tokyo’s most Instagrammable spots.

Mukojima Hyakkaen

In spring and summer, the clover tunnel at Mukojima Hyakkaen creates the perfect natural frame. Meanwhile, the garden’s Japanese style, decor and tearooms add a traditional touch.

〒131-0032 Tokyo, 墨田区Higashimukojima, 三丁目

Shibuya Crossing

At any time in the day, visitors can be seen waiting at the curb of Shibuya‘s famous scramble, waiting for the perfect moment to snap a pic.

〒150-6090 Tōkyō-to, Shibuya-ku, Ebisu, 4 Chome−20−7, GLASS SQUARE

Todoroki Valley

The Todoroki Ravine Park southwest of central Tokyo is a rare pocket of unspoiled nature and makes for beautiful Instagram shots.

1 Chome-22 Todoroki, 世田谷区 Setagaya-ku, Tōkyō-to 158-0082

Omotesando

The mirror lined entrance to Tokyu Plaza in Omotesando makes an interesting backdrop, but the district is home to plenty of other unique architectural marvels, as well.

6 Chome-4 Jingūmae, Shibuya-ku, Tōkyō-to 150-0001

Takeshita Street

Takeshita Street in Harajuku is the neighborhood’s most well known attraction. Always busy, the street is full of interesting shops, trendy cafes and boundless energy.

〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 1 Chome−13−17, シャンゼール原宿１号館

Ueno Toshogu Shrine

The orange torii gates of Ueno Toshogu will keep you satisfied until you can make the trip out to Kyoto, but there’s so much more to this beautiful shrine than that.

〒110-0007 Tokyo, Taito, 上野公園9−88

Golden Gai

The antique buildings of Golden Gai are most beautiful at night.

1 Chome Kabukicho, 新宿区 Tokyo 160-0021

Meguro River

The Meguro River makes for beautiful photography, particularly in spring when the cherry blossoms lining the banks are in full bloom.

〒153-0061 Tōkyō-to, Meguro-ku, Nakameguro, 1 Chome−11−18, 目黒川船入場管理詰所

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Rikugien

Rikugien is a traditional Japanese strolling garden. With ponds, artfully arranged boulders and seasonal light-ups, it’s one of Tokyo’s most picturesque nature scenes at any time of the year.

6 Chome-16-3 Honkomagome, 文京区 Tokyo 113-0021

Akihabara

Tech lovers and manga otaku will love Akihabara for its bright neon signs, eye catching billboards and costumed ladies trying to attract customers into the cafes.