Sunset or after dark from the deck, then Shinjuku's lantern alleys, with the timed-entry ticket included.
- Duration3 hours
- LanguagesEnglish, Japanese
This three-hour evening tour costs $95 and is the only product in the inventory whose inclusions name a "Shibuya Sky timed-entry ticket" specifically. The wording matters: the slot is the scarce thing at Shibuya Sky, not the ticket, and sunset slots disappear within minutes of release. The tour starts on the deck for the light changing over the city, then crosses to Shinjuku for the neon canyons and Omoide Yokocho's lantern-lit alleys. Two districts in one evening, with the deck entry handled for you.
Compare Shibuya Sky ticketsKey facts
night-with-admission- Duration
- 3 hours
- Meeting point
- Shibuya Sky, Shibuya Scramble Square
- Price
- $95 per person
- Languages
- English, Japanese
- Cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Included
- ✓ Shibuya Sky timed-entry ticket
- ✓ English-speaking local guide
Not included
- ✗ Food and drinks
- ✗ Transportation fee
- ✗ Admission fees not specified in the "Included" section
- ✗ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Why the timed slot is the part that matters
Shibuya Sky sells entry in half-hour windows, and the windows around sunset are the ones that sell out first. Tickets are released fourteen days ahead at midnight Japan time, which is an awkward hour for most visitors and a scramble even for those who set an alarm. This tour's inclusion is a timed-entry ticket, meaning the operator holds a specific window rather than a general admission. That is the practical argument for booking a tour at all.
What you see after the deck
The second half crosses to Shinjuku, where the tour covers the neon streets and Omoide Yokocho, a surviving grid of narrow post-war alleys lined with small bars and lantern signs. The operator's guide takes photographs along the way, which is listed as part of the tour rather than an add-on. Three hours across two districts means this moves at pace.
What it costs against buying separately
The official ticket after 15:00 is 3,400 yen, about $22, because Shibuya Sky charges more for the late slots. This tour is $95, so about $73 buys three hours of guiding, the walk through Shinjuku and the photographs. If you want only the view after dark and can get a slot yourself, the ticket is far cheaper.
Who it suits
First-time visitors with one evening to spend and no appetite for the midnight ticket release. It suits people who want the deck and a second district rather than a slow evening in one place. It does not suit anyone who wants to linger on the roof, since the schedule moves on to Shinjuku.
What reviewers consistently say
- 7 of the 10 most recent reviews mention the guide
- 4 of the 10 most recent reviews mention the night or sunset view
- 4 of the 10 most recent reviews mention the photographs taken for them
Who should not book this
- Anyone who wants to stay on the roof for a long time
- Travellers who already have a Shibuya Sky ticket
- Anyone who prefers a daytime view
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Tokyo: Shibuya Sky Night View, Crossing & Local Vibe Tour
$99Also includes the admission ticket and stays in Shibuya all evening; pick it if you would rather not cross the city.
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Tokyo: Shibuya Sky Sunset or Night View & Walking Tour
$92Lets you choose sunset instead of night, but its inclusions do not name the ticket.
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Book your tickets in advance: popular time slots sell out.
Compare Shibuya Sky ticketsHow to book
Booking goes through the operator on GetYourGuide, which takes the payment and issues the confirmation; this site never handles a booking or a card detail. Cancellation is free up to the window shown above. The listing also offers reserve now, pay later, so the slot can be held without paying today. This site may earn a commission on bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Shibuya Sky ticket included?
Yes, and specifically a timed-entry ticket, which is the wording used in the listing's inclusions.
Do I still need to book my own slot?
No. The operator holds the timed slot, which is the main reason to book this rather than a ticket.
What if the roof closes?
If the open-air SKY STAGE closes for weather or extreme heat, the 46th-floor indoor SKY GALLERY stays open and the operator does not refund the tour or the Shibuya Sky ticket. That is stated in the listing's own conditions.