Best Instagrammable Spots in Tokyo 2019

Tokyo is probably one of the most photographic cities to fire up that camera shutter and post that Instagrammable photo on Instagram. Every corner of Tokyo has something unique and scenic that will make your eyes pop with wonder and make-your camera happy.

There are quite a lot of Instagram accounts that features Tokyo on their grid, like @discovertokyo and @explorejpn. You’ll be surprised that most of their featured photos are taken on spots that are free and doesn’t require you to pay for any admission tickets.

Some of the so-called free “Instagrammable” spots ranges from rooftop views, stunning shrines, massive architectural designs and random street alleys.

Don’t just join crossing the famous Shibuya Crossing, go up to the roof top of Magnet Shopping center and enjoy the awesome bird’s eye view of Shibuya Crossing.

The rooftop access to Magnet shopping center is free!

Wishing to see a similar place like Kyoto’s famous Fushimi Inari shrine in Tokyo? Worry no more! Hie Shrine is located a few minutes away from Meiji Jingu shrine.

This hidden shrine in Tokyo has its own tunnel of red torii gates which became famous for tourists.

Tokyo International Forum is Japan’s largest congress center, located near the Ginza shopping district. The soaring Glass hall that serves as the main reception area of the forum became famous for its massive architectural design.

Tokyo International Forum is perfect for your architectural Instagram grid!

The entrance of Tokyu Plaza located at the heart of Harajuku resembles a kaleidoscope like view. The unique puzzle of mirrors creates a stunning mosaic of reflections, this view made it quite famous for photographers and tourists.

While you are here, go to the 6th floor and enjoy the view at the rooftop garden. Starbucks coffee shop is also located at the rooftop garden.

An interesting spot that you will see at Meiji Shrine is the wall of Sake barrels. These Sake barrels are donated by Sake brewers from all over Japan with the sake being used for shrine ceremonies and festivals.

The Sake barrel wall is located inside the shrine ground towards Harajuku station exit.

Gotokuji is located in Setagaya Ward in Tokyo, home to hundreds of “Lucky” cat figurines. The “Lucky” Cat figurines are offerings from the worshippers of Gotokuji Temple. The offerings symbolized gratitude when the worshippers’ wishes came true.

Image Source: The Japan Times

Want to take a different shot of the Tokyo Skytree? The famous photo of Tokyo Skytree with a reflection from the canal waters is taken from Jikken Bridge in Sumida City.

Best time to go is during the golden hour and don’t forget to bring your tripod for that long exposure shot!

Sensoji temple is one of the oldest in Tokyo with almost one and a half millennia of history imprinted on it.

To enjoy the empty and quiet grounds of Sensoji, visit the temple at night (8PM onwards). You’ll be amazed that this temple could also be empty after being packed with people for a whole day.

The Akabane bridge boasts a street view of the famous Tokyo Tower. From this point of view you can take a shot of the Tokyo’s central grid with its iconic tower.

One of the best places to see cherry blossoms in Tokyo, Meguro River is lined with hundreds of cherry blossom tree. During the peak viewing season of cherry blossoms the view is just magical! Especially at night time.