The whole city of Tokyo is so Instagrammable, photographers love Tokyo! Tokyo is such a surreal city because of all the vibrant colors, cool vibes, and modern hotspots that are mixed with Japanese traditional history. There is so much to do and see! We made a list of the 5 most Instagrammable spots in Tokyo and where to find them.
Omoide Yokocho
The subtle little streets of Omoide Yokocho is an authentic piece of Tokyo. It is not large, but it consists of an area with several narrow alleys with small typical Japanese restaurants. The restaurants serve Japanese street food and sake. Usually, there is decoration according to the current season. It's almost like you walked into a movie scene!
Google Maps location Omoide Yokocho
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Kawaii Monster Cafe
In the district of Harajuku in Tokyo, there’s a very awesome Kawaii (meaning cute, nerdy, and colorful) culture. Here you will find the most creative and colorful cafes in the streets and you also can spot many people in cool manga-like outfits. But the Kawaii Monster Cafe in this neighborhood is the absolute pinnacle. Concealed on the 4th floor of a large building, escalators take you unsuspectingly into this alien cafe! We wrote a whole article about the Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo.
Google Maps location Kawaii Monster Cafe
2D Cafe
The Insta-worthy 2D Cafe is definitely one of the Instagrammable spots in Tokyo! Upon stepping inside you find yourself directly in a cartoony world, but it’s an actual restaurant where you can eat and drink. We went there and had a blast! You can find this hotspot in the Shin Ōkubo area, also known as “Tokyo’s Korean town”. This 2D cafe opened in 2019 and besides takeout, you can sit here with your friends in this black and white 2-dimensional world. We wrote a whole article about the 2D cafe in Tokyo.
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The Hie Shrine with the red torii gates tunnel
In the middle of Tokyo, you will find this shrine with this beautiful red torii tunnel. The torii is the entrance to the temple. This red/orange color is so beautiful and typical of the torii gates. Try to be here as early in the morning as you can be, because it can get crowded!
Google Maps location Hie Shrine
Shibuya Scramble Square Sky Deck
The view from the top floor of the Shibuya Scramble Square is breathtaking. It is a new building that opened in November 2019. Various highlights such as the Tokyo Tower and of course the Shibuya Crossing can be seen from the deck. And if you are lucky you can even see Mount Fuji in clear weather. It is advisable to buy tickets in advance and reserve your desired time slot. Golden hour is especially recommended (one hour before sunset)! It is wonderful to see the city come alive into the nightlife during the golden hour. In the building itself are many shops and restaurants that you can visit after your adventure on this amazing Skydeck.
Google Maps location Shibuya Scramble square Sky Deck
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