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. New for 2025, several Christmas trees made entirely of these mirror balloons will also be on display, adding even more sparkle to the already spectacular city views.
Go up to the rooftop Sky Stage and you’ll find a unique and rather surreal Christmas tree. Shibuya Sky’s 'holographic' tree is made up of light beams shining brightly into the night sky.
Stick around for the special light and sound performance with bubbles. It comes on every 30 minutes from 7pm to 10pm.
Make sure you drop by the Paradise Lounge on the 46th floor for some festive drinks and desserts, available until Christmas Day. There’s the crimson-hued Sparkling Rouge made with peaches (¥1,300), a festive Merry Pop Parfait (¥1,500), and a gingerbread latte—served hot or iced (¥1,000).
Entry to Shibuya Sky is ¥3,000 (¥3,700 after 3pm) at the door (¥1,200 for primary school students and free for younger children). It’s cheaper if you book your tickets online in advance: ¥2,700 (¥3,400) for adults. Primary school students and younger children must purchase tickets at the door.
Visit the Shibuya Sky website for more information on the Sparkling View event.
This article was originally published on October 28 2022 and updated on November 17 2025.
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