Roppongi Area Guide
Choose among Roppongi Hills, Mori Art Museum, Tokyo City View, Tokyo Midtown, the National Art Center, and 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT.
What Roppongi is like
Roppongi's major culture sites divide between Roppongi Hills and Tokyo Midtown, with the National Art Center farther toward Nogizaka. Rather than rushing three museums, choose one or two exhibitions and add an observation deck or outdoor art.
The district offers art and architecture by day as well as nightlife. Check exhibition booking, installation closures, and weather operations separately, and at night choose established venues with visible prices rather than solicitors.
Stations and access
Hibiya Line Exit 1C serves Roppongi Hills, Oedo Line Exit 8 serves Tokyo Midtown, and Nogizaka Exit 6 serves the National Art Center.
Major places to visit
Roppongi Hills
A complex of museum, observation deck, shops, cinema, and public art. Check Mori Tower ticket type and destination floor.
Official information →Mori Art Museum
A high-floor museum of rotating contemporary-art exhibitions. Check installation closures and timed tickets.
Official information →Tokyo City View
The observation facility in Mori Tower. Outdoor access and operations can change, so check the day's ticket and weather notices.
Official information →The National Art Center, Tokyo
A museum without a permanent collection, hosting multiple temporary and open-call exhibitions. Tickets and closed days differ by show.
Official information →Tokyo Midtown and 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT
A combined walk through retail, green space, and a design venue. 21_21 closes between exhibitions, so check dates.
Official information →A practical route
- Morning: choose an exhibition at the National Art Center or 21_21
- Midday: walk Midtown's green space and public art
- Afternoon to night: move to Roppongi Hills for Mori Art Museum or the observation deck
Before you go
- Do not overload one day with museums
- Check each venue's installation closures
- Do not use street solicitors at night
Opening hours, prices, tickets, and temporary closures can change. Check each official website before visiting.