Shiba Park

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Shiba Park

A Historical Park Right Next to Tokyo Tower.

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One of the first places designated as a park in Japan in 1873. Adjacent to Zojoji Temple and Shiba Toshogu Shrine, nearby Tokyo Tower can be viewed from anywhere in the park. The long history of this park can be felt in the remains of its ancient burial mound as well as its giant camphor, Japanese zelkova and ginkgo trees. In the spring, you can appreciate about 70 plum trees and over 200 cherry trees, while in the autumn, you can enjoy the fall foliage in the artificial valley "Maple Valley."

Highlights

  • This park boasts a long history.
  • In spring, you can enjoy around 70 plum trees and over 200 cherry blossoms, and in autumn, the beautiful autumn leaves of "Maple Valley."
  • Take a walk in the park while looking at Tokyo Tower.

Photos

  • Tokyo Tower seen from Shiba Park

    Tokyo Tower seen from Shiba Park

  • Autumn “Momiji Valley.” Tokyo Tower seen through a sky filled with bright red leaves (Photo: PXITA)

    Autumn “Momiji Valley.” Tokyo Tower seen through a sky filled with bright red leaves (Photo: PXITA)

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are avai

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We have brochures and guide signs in English. The park map also supports French, Chinese, and Korean in addition to English.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

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Yes, it is.

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Are coin lockers available?

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Not available.

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Are there toilets in the park?

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Yes, there are 5 locations throughout the park.

Reviews

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    When you're near Tokyo Tower, don't forget to stop by the historic Tokyo Metropolitan Shiba Park. The park has large natural lawns and plenty of greenery, making it especially pleasant to walk through. It creates a wonderful contrast with the bustle of central Tokyo.

    What I like most is that you can see Tokyo Tower right from the park. Every casual photo captures a view that feels distinctly Tokyo.

    We happened to visit on a clear, sunny day. Sunlight filtered through the trees and fell across the grass, making the scenery especially beautiful. Every photo looked great!

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    When visiting Tokyo, besides seeing Tokyo Tower, the nearby Tokyo Metropolitan Shiba Park is also well worth a stroll. This historic park is lush and peaceful, and best of all, as you walk through it, you can catch glimpses of the familiar Tokyo Tower from time to time. The combination of the cityscape and natural greenery feels distinctly Tokyo.

    It wasn't very crowded when I visited on a weekday, so it didn't have the packed feeling of a tourist attraction. It was very pleasant to take my time walking around and taking photos. In summer, the leafy trees provide plenty of shade, and the sunlight filtering onto the paths gives the entire park a fresh, relaxing atmosphere.

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    A great spot for taking photos. The spacious green grounds, historic temple, and towering Tokyo Tower create a classic Tokyo view.

    From different angles, you can capture Zojoji Temple and Tokyo Tower in the same frame. The vermilion Zojoji Temple and orange-red Tokyo Tower complement each other, with blue skies and greenery in the background. The view feels both historic and full of Tokyo's unique urban atmosphere.

    I really like the relaxed, open feel of Tokyo Metropolitan Shiba Park. Tokyo Tower also lights up in the evening, and it's quite beautiful!

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    Shiba Park is an excellent spot for photographing Tokyo Tower. The open views and lack of obstructions let you perfectly capture the majestic tower against the lush greenery. Whether you look up at it during the day or enjoy the illumination at night, you can easily take iconic photos of Tokyo!

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    Christmas had already passed, so I didn’t expect to still catch the last touch of autumn colors in Tokyo.

    I came to Momijidani in Shiba Park early in the morning. It’s one of the latest spots in Tokyo for fall foliage. Even though it was already close to the end of the year, the leaves here were at their peak, creating a uniquely Tokyo scene against Tokyo Tower.

Details

Name in Japanese
都立芝公園
Postal Code
105-0011
Address
4-10-17 Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Telephone
03-3431-4359
Closed
No holidays
※The service center and facilities are closed over the New Year’s holiday. (December 31st to January 3rd)
Hours
Open all day
Admission
Free
※Some facilities require a fee (tennis courts, baseball field)
Access
(1) About 2 minutes on foot from Shibakoen Station and Onarimonon Station on the Toei Mita Line
(2) About 2 minutes on foot from Akabanebashi Station on the Toei Oedo Line
(3) About 12 minutes on foot from Hamamatsuchō Station on the JR Yamanote Line
Official Website
Official Website(Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa