Ginza Six Rooftop Garden — Attraction in Tokyo

A surprisingly tranquil rooftop oasis floating above Ginza’s vibrant streets at night.

CONTEXT Visited: August 2025; Ideal for quiet moments after shopping or dining in Ginza, especially for urban explorers or couples seeking calm views.

HIGHLIGHTS

Soft lawn areas and water features basked in city lights under a nocturnal sky.

Atmospheric views of Tokyo Tower and Ginza’s architectural icons, with illuminated trees creating intimate alcoves.

A fusion of Edo-era garden culture and contemporary plaza aesthetics in a lush rooftop setting.

PROS

Offers free entry to a nearly 4,000 m² rooftop retreat, blending nature and night views seamlessly.

Designed with thoughtful spatial planning—groves of cherry and maple trees, grass and water zones, and a strolling promenade.

Open until 11 p.m., perfect for a late-evening stop during a Ginza stroll.

CONS

The rooftop isn’t very high, so views feel more intimate than sweeping.

Can get compact during peak shopping hours or seasonal events.

INSIDER TIPS

Arrive after 8 p.m. for a quieter experience as shops wind down, while the garden remains accessible until 23:00.

Seek out the perimeter walkway—modeled after traditional strolling gardens—for framed skyline views through the foliage.

VERDICT A serene, beautifully designed rooftop garden offering a subtle nightscape of Ginza—perfect for unwinding after the...

We went to Ginza 6 because we were seeking a calm location, away from the hustle and bustle. Ginza 6 stores close at 20:30, so the area was quiet when we arrived. There is a Lawson in the same building and you are allowed to bring your own snacks to the roofgarden. We went there with some sake and snacks and enjoyed a wonderful time. Only a handful of people, and due to the size we were all nicely separated. The view is amazing and the modern architecture, mixed with the greenery, is just wonderful.

This space is perfect if one seeks to wind down and enjoy the view at night - this will definitely become one of our favourite places.

TLDR: 10/10 - no entry fee, wonderful architecture and view, no need to consume anything to stay, while being allowed to bring...

Although it was a grey day exploring Tokyo, we still appreciated the Ginza Six rooftop garden—a peaceful, lush green retreat high above the busy streets of Ginza. Surrounded by trees, plants, and well-designed landscaping, it provided a quiet, refreshing escape right in the heart of the city. What impressed us even more was Japan’s smart and deliberate use of rooftop space in dense urban areas, often converting it into vibrant gardens or installing solar panels. I only wish our own government took such a forward-thinking approach when planning for Sydney’s rapidly expanding skyline of high-rise...