Sightseeing
Amazing tourist attractions that are a must-see when visiting Minato Ward.
Dex Tokyo Beach "Daiba 1-chome shopping Street"
The downtown of the 1930s goes beyond the age to Odaiba Dex. Candy and retro goods, Japanese goods, such as events full of atmosphere at the time, nostalgic somewhere, time trip in a fresh Daiba 1-chome shopping street!
Azabusan Zenpukuji
This temple was founded by the Buddhist monk Kōbō Daishi in the year 824, the first year of the Tencho era of the Heian period. Shinran, a monk designated bodhisattva, visited this temple in the Kamakura period. The priest Ryoukai who received him had such esteem for Shinran's virtue that he converted the entire temple complex to Jodo Shinshu (True Pure Land School) Buddhism. During the Bakufu (the closing days of the Tokugawa Shogunate), the first American envoy, Townsend Harris, was received here. This temple, where the bonds of Japanese-American friendship were deepened, was also frequently visited by such eminent figures as Yukichi Fukuzawa and Masuda Takashi, who built the foundation of modern Japan. On the temple grounds, the "Ginkgo Tree at Zenpukuji" has been designated as a protected natural monument, it is over 750 years old.
Juban Inari Shrine
The 2 shrines of Suehiro Shrine and Takecho Inari Shrine merged after the war and it was renamed Juban Inari Shrine. The original shrine was said to have been founded more than a millennia ago. As it was conferred with the Amulet of Fire Protection from the legend of the Frog Pond, the frog talismans are very popular. In November, they have the Festival of the Rooster, the only one in Minato district, and many people come looking for rakes. In the Pilgrimage of the 7 Gods of Maritime Fortune during the New Year, it becomes a pilgrimage site for the Treasure Ship.
Sealine Tokyo Inc.
A restaurant cruise in the Tokyo Bay. Their ship the 'Symphony' was the first restaurant ship to begin operating in Tokyo Bay back in 1989. These days they have 2 ships in service, 365 days a year, providing guests a venue to celebrate their important occasions. The service's unique route travels through the Rainbow Bridge, and visits the Tokyo Gate Bridge, Maihama, and Narita Airport. The heart route has garnered attention as a popular cruise for couples.
Karasumori Shrine
In the third year of Tenkei (940), Taira no Masakado initiated a revolt. He prayed for victory at the Inari shrine, where Hidesato Fujiwara, a man famous for his centipede extermination tale, happened to be. Soon after, a white fox arrived and left with Hidesato an arrow fletched with white feathers. Wielding the arrow, Hidesato swiftly suppressed the revolt. Just as he paid respects to the deity at the shrine, the white fox appeared in his dreams and informed him that the place where sacred crows gathered was a sanctuary. In exact resemblance to the dream, the place where crows had gathered around was where Karasumori Inari was built on. We give out special red seals according to festivals and seasonal events to make your homage here memorable. The hours during which when we hand out these red seals change regularly, so please check our official website or @Koikichi_K on Twitter.
Azabu Hikawa Shrine/Sailor Moon/Sendai Clan date Mr. Yukari Inari/Bishamonten
In the year 938 of Tenkei, Seiwa Genji's father, Minamoto-no-moto, and Asomi (the original Tsukunai) was established in the Pine (now Azabu-A-pine) of the Musashi-shima-gu-mori shallow cloth crown in the eastern conquest when the Amkei rebellion was calmed down. Azabu Hikawa Co., Ltd. was able to pray for the easy delivery of the three generals, Hidetadada, and the birth of the Edo Tokugawa Shogun, who also saw Mt. Fuji. In addition, the fifth general, Tsunayoshi, and the birth mother and Katsura Chang-in were also revered. In the Meiji era, there was a 繫 with Arisugawa miya Prince. In the Showa era, the wooden shrine was burnt down in the war, and it was rebuilt with the design of the leading person of reinforced concrete engineering in 1948 and Mr. Abe. Today, there are many visitors from overseas as the Holy Land of anime Sailor Moon.
Akasaka Hikawa Shrine
One of the ten shrines of Tokyo. Founded in 951 (Tenryaku 5), the current shrine was built in 1729 (Kyoho 14), on the orders of the 8th Tokugawa shogun of the Edo era, Yoshimune. Since then it miraculously escaped being damaged in the Great Kanto Earthquake and is designated as a Tokyo cultural property that exists as it did during its original construction. The grounds include great numbers of Edo era sights, from natural monuments to torii gates, stone lion-dog guardians, hanging lanterns and more. It is well known as a marriage shrine, with many weddings held there.
Tokyo Port Pier Co., Ltd.
Takeshiba Passenger Terminal (Minato-ku) Takeshiba passenger terminal is also used as a gateway to the Izu-Ogasawara islands, as well as a restaurant ship and landing area. The office building, the hotel, and the restaurant are integrated with the maritime park by the Takeshiba Wharf resumption business, and it is crowded as a hydrophilic space where a lot of people can stroll and eat while enjoying the scenery of the sea.
Dentsu Shiki Theater [Umi]
The theater is the center of Shiodome Sio site, a commercial facility lined with restaurants and shops, between Tokyo and Ginza to Hamamatsucho. It is located in the cultural facilities of the Dentsu head office building "Caletta Shiodome". The musical "Mamma Meer!" In December, 2002. The number of seats is approximately 1,200.
Zenpukuji/Willow Wells
Zenpukuji is one of the oldest temples in Tokyo, which was founder as a Azabu mountain in the east to imitate the Koyasan of the West, in order to spread the Shingon sect to the Kanto region, Kukai in the Heian period. During the Kamakura period, the Shinran on the way from Echigo to Kamirakui stayed in Zenpukuji. At the end of the Edo period, Townsend Harris and the following Legation members were welcomed as the First Minister of the United States. In the precincts, various ruins and cultural properties such as "Willow Well", "reverse Ginkgo (National Natural Monument)", "Harris Monument", "Tomb of Fukuzawa Yukichi Okina" are preserved. Also, in front of the bronze statue of Shinran, there is a monument of the "Koji snowstorm" which carved the lyrics of "Hymn of Love".
The first American envoy of the lodging house/Zenpukuji
In June, Ansei Harris arrived from Shimoda as the first American minister. There is a monument of Harris built by the Japan-U. S. Society of Showa 11. In addition, the record of the Temple monk at the time "Subsumi Mini Strayoyado Chronicle" (district designation) is left.
Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral "Moon Viewing Afternoon Tea"
At Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral, during the period of September 1, 2025 (Monday) ~ October 15, 2025 (Wednesday), "Moon-viewing Afternoon Tea" will be held with a lineup of "moon-viewing sweets" using autumn flavors such as chestnuts and purple sweet potatoes. The "Moon-Viewing Afternoon Tea" includes six types of sweets, including two-color dumplings with yuzu bean paste and white bean paste, a rabbit-shaped monaka with chestnuts and red bean paste, yuzu mousse that expresses a rabbit looking up at the full moon, a Mont Blanc tart with chestnut flavor and various textures, a mousse with a harmonious combination of blackcurrant acidity and orange sweetness, and macarons with purple sweet potato bean paste and butter, and whiskey cream. The savory offers three types of autumn flavors: a salad that combines marinated salmon and superfood quinoa with tart rosé sparkling jelly, a one-handed dish with mushroom fricasse accented with basil and cilantro powder, and bruschetta with a sweet chestnut and nut cheese dip topped with prosciutto and figs. The "Moon Viewing Burger" is a satisfying "Moon Viewing Burger" that is sandwiched with a domestic beef patty topped with cheddar cheese on a bun with a savory and fluffy texture, roasted onions, fried eggs, and served in a truffle-flavored sauce, and the "Grape and Marron Mille-feuille Parfait" is a parfait of chestnut soup, astringent chestnuts, grape jelly, and chestnut ice cream topped with chestnut mille-feuille. You can also enjoy the special drink "Luna Grape", which perfectly harmonizes the aroma and acidity of sangria with the sweetness of Häagen-Dazs ice cream "Vanilla". The drinks are available in a wide range of products, including teas, herbal teas, and blended teas that go well with sweets and scones, as well as the long-established French tea brand "Mariage Frères". Two types of tea selection plans are available, the standard plan and the tea selection plan, and you can enjoy them freely. <Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral Moon-Viewing Afternoon Tea Overview> ■Sales dates: September 5 (Fri), 11 (Thu), 12 (Fri), 15 (Mon), 18 (Thu), 19 (Fri), 20 (Sat), 25 (Thu) / October 2 (Thu), 3 (Fri), 5 (Sun) *Held on specific days ■Sales time: Part 1 12:00~14:00 Part 2 15:00~17:00 ■Price: *All consumption tax and service charge 15% included, other plans available Standard Plan 1 person Weekdays 5,500 yen~/Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 6,000 yen~ Tea Selection Plan 1 person Weekdays 6,000 yen~/Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 6,500 yen~ *There are options such as special desserts, seasonal hamburgers, special drinks, and lunch. Address: 〒 107-0061 3-9-14 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 【Access】 Ginza Line, Chiyoda Line, Hanzomon Line Omotesando Station Exit A1 Approximately 2 minutes walk Phone number: 03-5766-8838 Closed: Every Monday and Tuesday (excluding holidays), other designated days [Homepage] https://www.bestbridal.co.jp/restaurant/special/detail 15742/
Fairmont Tokyo "Gothic Halloween Afternoon Tea"
At Vue Mer, the lobby lounge on the 35th floor of Fairmont Tokyo, the "Gothic Halloween Afternoon Tea" will be held from October 1, 2025 (Wednesday), expressing the sweet and fantastic world of Halloween with purple, crimson, and jet-black color palettes and forms. It begins with a welcome drink of "Rosehip & Hibiscus Tea," where the glass-like lemongrass ice floating in the glass creates an enchanting atmosphere. The sweets lined up in the upper and middle tiers include an elegant and photogenic lineup such as "Crystal Jelly Balls and Blackcurrant Moirou" and "Chestnut and Black Sesame Mont Noir". The savory offers gems such as "Wagyu Roast Sandwich" and "Chicken Pate Ancruette" that luxuriously incorporate the flavors of autumn. In addition, the beautiful purple "Purple Potato Potage" is decorated with thick Omar shrimp, allowing you to enjoy a gorgeous and deep flavor. The baked goods offered by the trolley service include a diverse and savory lineup, including "Mont Blanc and Raspberry Tart," "Pumpkin Canelé," and "Bamboo Charcoal Raspberry Financier." In addition, special seasonal drinks such as Maple Latte, Hojicha Latte, and Pumpkin Spice Latte will also be available, allowing you to fully enjoy the elegant world of Halloween along with an extensive drink menu. As Fairmont Tokyo's "Chief Happiness Officer", the adorable mascot "Serene" with the motif of the Labrador retriever "Selene" will be accented with a special Halloween scarf. [Overview] Location: 35th floor lobby lounge "Vue Mer" Serving period: October 1 (Wed) - 31 (Fri), 2025 *French afternoon tea only Serving hours: 11:00-16:30 (last visit 16:30) Fee: Weekdays: 9,400 yen / Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 11,000 yen Plan with Serene Jr.: Weekdays 10,400 yen / Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 12,000 yen 【Reservation】 Reservations can be made online or by phone. Online: Lobby Lounge "Vue Mer" reservation page Phone: 03-4321-1111 (hotel representative) *Reservations must be made by 5 p.m. the day before.
Enjoy touring by boat and walking. The waterside of Minato Ward, rediscovered.
This summer, as an opportunity to experience the charm of Minato Ward's waterfront, we have prepared a waterfront digital quiz rally and a boat tour! [~Walk! Learn! The end of the trip is the "Great Voyage" ~ MINATO Waterside Digital Adventure Rally] From noon on July 25, 2025 ~ Sunday, November 30, 2025 at 18:00, we will be holding a digital stamp rally to collect stamps around the waterfront in Minato Ward! Visit 15 spots along the water in Minato Ward and get a stamp if you answer the quiz correctly! From those who went around more than 10 places, 30 groups of 60 people will be selected by lottery to receive "Tokyo Bay Symphony Cruise Afternoon Cruise 'Coffee Set' Gift Card" for 30 groups and 60 people Gift to! ! In addition, one group of two people will receive a "Tokyo Bay Symphony Cruise Dinner Cruise 'Chef's Recommendation' Gift Card for 2 people per group"! How < participate> 1. Register as a friend on the official LINE account of the Minato City Tourism Association! （ https://lin.ee/tk5eV6a ） ２． Register from the special page on LINE! 3. Go to each spot with reference to the map and get a stamp if you answer the quiz correctly! 4. Collect more than 10 stamps and apply for the lottery! We look ★ forward to your participation [Boat Tour 2025 Water City Story ~Relaxing MINATO Time~] From August onwards, we will be holding a total of 12 free boat tours around the waterfront centered on Minato Ward! Please enjoy the charm of Minato Ward's waterfront that can only be experienced by cruising! We will inform you about the implementation schedule and application method as soon as it is decided on the Minato City Tourism Association official LINE! Please register as a friend and wait ★
What do you do then? Exhibition – Looking at the Future of Disaster Prevention –
From July 4, 2025, 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT will hold a special exhibition titled "What to Do Then?" The exhibition director is the visual design studio WOW. We don't know for sure when and where natural disasters will occur. Some people may have a disaster prevention bag on a daily basis, while others may try not to think about it too much. No matter how much you imagine it, you will not know the moment when you lose your normal daily life unless you actually face it. However, it is a fact that we in Japan, which is known as a disaster-prone country, cannot remain untouched. By not turning away from the existence of disasters that we don't want to think about too much, but by reconsidering how we perceive them, we will be able to see what we should do now and what we should think about. From the perspective of what a disaster is in the first place, this exhibition will take a broad look at the natural disasters that people have faced, such as understanding the real situation such as data visualization of earthquakes and flood damage, products related to disaster prevention, and projects born in the wake of disasters. In addition, we will unravel how to face disasters from the past, the present, and the future, such as legends about disasters that remain in various regions and research that looks at future possibilities. There are several "questions" scattered throughout the venue. Depending on the situation, there is no single answer. The correct answer may vary from person to person. However, if you imagine in advance, see and hear the answers of those close to you, and do not expect the moment, the future may change a little. Why don't you start preparing yourself for something new? Dates: July 4 – November 3, 2025 Closed: Tuesdays (except September 23) Opening Hours: 10:00–19:00 (Admission until 18:30) *Roppongi Art Night Special Opening Hours: September 26 (Fri) and 27 (Sat) 10:00–22:00 (Admission until 21:30) Admission: Adults 1,600 yen, University students 800 yen, High school students 500 yen, Junior high school students and younger free *To purchase tickets online, please see the URL below or the QR code on the right. https://artsticker.app/events/76991 Venue: 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT Gallery 1 & 2 Access: 〒107-0052 Tokyo Midtown Midtown Midtown Garden 9-7-6 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo Tel. 03-3475-2121 www.2121designsight.jp Toei Subway Oedo Line "Roppongi" Station, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line "Roppongi" Station, 5 minutes walk from Nogizaka Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line
Tokyo Joypolis
Tokyo Joypolis is one of the largest indoor theme parks in Japan. You can enjoy an extraordinary experience in a futuristic space based on the concept of "digital real" that fuses "digital and real". There are more than 20 types of attractions, including screaming such as the most popular "Halfpipe Tokyo", horror and shooting. Although it is indoors, we have a full-fledged roller coaster and many attractions that can only be enjoyed here. In addition, since it is indoors, it is not affected by the weather and temperature outside, and you can enjoy it comfortably all year round.
Minato City Tourist Information Center (Tokyo Tower Foot Town)
The multilingual staff can provide information on various tourist attractions, restaurants, transport and accommodation in Minato Ward.
Shinagawa Central Garden
Shinagawa Central Garden is the name of a vast pedestrian space with a width of about 45 m, a length of about 400 m, and an area of about 2 ha that extends from north to south between the buildings of Shinagawa Intercity and Shinagawa Grand Commons in the development area of the Shinagawa Station East Exit District Redevelopment District Plan. In the Central Garden, various events such as film festivals and alcohol events are held depending on the season. In the Central Garden, there are seven objects inspired by the nature of Shinagawa, such as the Shinagawa coast and the cherry blossoms of Gotenyama, and you can enjoy the greenery and objects. In addition, the sky over the Central Garden is a route for planes taking off and arriving at Haneda Airport, and some people take pictures with the planes reflected in the glass of Shinagawa Intercity, making it a small photo spot.
Falconer-nabe Akaba
Traditional duck course meal using falconer pot Since the iron plate that is forged by the swordsmith beats the steel and the mass is larger than the size of the "falconer pot", when heated with white charcoal, a considerable amount of heat is stored in the pot. BYO (bring-in) bottles such as wine are allowed (carry-on fee: ¥3,000 per bottle of 750ml or less, ¥6,000 per bottle of 1800ml or less)
Hibiya Shrine
Hibiya Shrine is the guardian of Japan's leading business district and media center. The deity of Hibiya Shrine enshrines the god of Ise's Shinto shrine Geku, Toyoe Okami and the four pillars of The Exorcism That Exorcises Impurities. We accept various prayers and prayers, from worship and exorcism of life rituals to business trip festivals. Please feel free to contact us.
Azabu Nanbuzaka Church
He began his activities in the 1910s and was officially established as a church in 1920. Since the establishment of the church, it has operated the attached Nanasaka Kindergarten. The church, built in 1933, was designed by W.M. Voriz, who came to Japan as a missionary. It is made in a multilayered manner taking advantage of the conditions of slope, and the first floor is a kindergarten and the second floor is a chapel. The walls and auditoriums of the interior of the chapel, designed by Voriz, are still preserved. Adjacent to the German Embassy, Arisugawa Palace Memorial Park is in front of you. Some people visit the church while visiting the Tokyo Metropolitan Central Library in the park.
Panasonic Shiodome Museum of Art
We hold special exhibitions on themes such as "architecture and housing" and "crafts and design" that are deeply related to Panasonic's company business. He is also known for his collection by Georges Eau, and during his opening, he can see his work at the Eau Gallery.
Minato City Center for Traditional Culture
Built in 1936, it is the last wooden geisha call-office building still remaining in Tokyo, and it is a Designated Tangible Cultural Property of Minato City. It was opened in April 2020 with the aim of passing down traditional culture and promoting the local community. Please come visit us!
Diplomatic Archives, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
*The museum will be temporarily closed Reiwa tuesday, January 12, 2011 to the time being to combat the new coronal infection. For details, please refer to the facility website. ※ Diplomatic historical materials since the end of the Edo shogunate have been preserved and released. In the annex exhibition room, we hold permanent exhibitions of historical materials, mainly from the end of the Edo period to the end of World War II, and regularly hold special exhibitions and special exhibitions with a specific theme.
Tokyo Midtown Design Hub
It is a base of the design network operated by three organizations responsible for design promotion, function, and research and education. We connect people through exhibitions and seminars that present a perspective on the lives and society of the next generation, and think about the future together through design.