The photographer stands slightly above the escalator, shooting the model from above, using the lines of the handrails as leading lines to guide the viewer's gaze deeper into the frame, highlighting the subject and making the background street scenes more compact. Photographer’s position: near the left side of the escalator. 1. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: Book tickets a week in advance via DP. After booking, the QR code will be sent to your email. ② Best Shooting Time: The optimal time is 4:30 PM, as you can capture the street scenes during daylight, sunset, and nighttime within one hour. 2. Additional Tips: ① You can ride the escalator multiple times. ② No hats are allowed on the SKY deck. ③ Cameras are allowed, but tripods are not. ④ Dress warmly, as it can be very cold on the SKY deck during winter. ⑤ If you are late, don’t worry; you can communicate with the staff, and they will let you in.

Shibuya Sky Observation Deck in Tokyo - Elevator area for capturing tall buildings and sunsets.

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2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo-to

Photography Tips

The photographer stands slightly above the escalator, shooting the model from above, using the lines of the handrails as leading lines to guide the viewer's gaze deeper into the frame, highlighting the subject and making the background street scenes more compact. Photographer’s position: near the left side of the escalator. 1. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: Book tickets a week in advance via DP. After booking, the QR code will be sent to your email. ② Best Shooting Time: The optimal time is 4:30 PM, as you can capture the street scenes during daylight, sunset, and nighttime within one hour. 2. Additional Tips: ① You can ride the escalator multiple times. ② No hats are allowed on the SKY deck. ③ Cameras are allowed, but tripods are not. ④ Dress warmly, as it can be very cold on the SKY deck during winter. ⑤ If you are late, don’t worry; you can communicate with the staff, and they will let you in.

Walking Guide

Take the JR line to Shibuya Station and exit from B6. Scramble Square is right next to the station. Take the elevator to the 14th floor for ticket inspection, then ride the elevator to the 31st floor. The escalator is where you'll find the shooting spot.