There are plenty of incredible illuminations and light displays in Tokyo during winter, a time of year when the city shines much brighter to compensate for the cold, short days and long nights. This year, Shibuya Sky is joining in the year-end trend with its own Christmas illuminations until December 25.
The Shibuya Sky observatory deck at Shibuya Scramble Square is celebrating the holiday season with its Sparkling View event. One of the most eye-catching elements is the Sparkling Balloon Corridor. An entire walkway at the Sky Gallery on the 46th floor is decked out with ‘mirror balloons’ of all sizes. This will surely add some extra sparkle to the spectacular views of the city.
Go up to the rooftop Sky Stage and you’ll find a unique and rather surreal Christmas tree. Shibuya Sky’s tree is made up of numerous light beams shining brightly into the night sky.
Stick around for the special light and sound performance with bubbles on the Sky Stage. It comes on every 30 minutes from 7pm to 10.30pm.
Make sure you drop by the rooftop bar for some festive drinks and desserts available until Christmas Day. There’s a snow-inspired cocktail (¥1,200), a sundae (¥880) and a marshmallow hot chocolate (¥1,680; limited to 10 drinks per day).
Entry to Shibuya Sky is ¥2,500 at the door (¥2,000 for high school and middle school students, ¥1,200 for primary school students and ¥700 for younger children). It’s cheaper if you book your tickets online in advance: ¥2,200 for adults, ¥1,700 for high school and middle school students, ¥1,000 for primary school students, and ¥600 for younger children.
If you’re interested in getting professional photos taken, book the Sparkling View Premium Photo Plan. For ¥24,200, you’ll have a professional photographer taking photos of you at Shibuya Sky for 30 minutes. This plan is available from 11am to 1pm with a minimum of two people. Book it online via the Capture My Japan website.
Visit the Shibuya Sky website for more information on the Sparkling View event.
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