Start your late-morning with a leisurely stroll through Shiba Park, taking in the best close-up views of Tokyo Tower while local vendors and cherry trees set a calm scene; pause at a bench to enjoy a matcha crepe from a nearby stall. From there, walk to the historic Zōjō-ji Temple for a brief temple visit and serene photo opportunities against the tower, then finish with a coffee and light brunch at Toranomon Koffee to refuel before the afternoon - all within easy walking distance and timed realistically for a post-11:00 AM start.
After a relaxed late-morning, head east to explore Atago Shrine and climb the famous steep stone steps for a short, invigorating workout and a panoramic glimpse of the city skyline; don't miss the shrine's charming ema boards for a quick cultural photo moment. From there stroll to Hamarikyu Gardens, rent a matcha set at the teahouse on the pond for a peaceful break among manicured landscapes, then walk the riverside to Caretta Shiodome for early evening shopping and skyline views-timed so you arrive before sunset for golden light on Tokyo Tower without retracing morning stops.
As twilight deepens, wander to the atmospheric Tokyo Midtown Hibiya for contemporary galleries and a cup of evening sake at a cozy izakaya before skyline views; the complex's illuminated plaza frames the city as lights come on. Finish with a short taxi ride to Roppongi Hills Mori Tower to ascend the observation deck for sweeping nighttime panoramas that include a glittering Tokyo Tower, then enjoy dessert or a nightcap at the tower-facing lounge to cap the day.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Shiba Park (viewing Tokyo Tower) | Free |
| Matcha crepe from a street stall | ¥600 |
| Zōjō-ji Temple (entrance/donation) | Free |
| Toranomon Koffee (coffee & light brunch) | ¥900 |
| Atago Shrine (visit & steps) | Free |
| Hamarikyu Gardens (entrance fee + tea ceremony rental matcha set) | ¥500 |
| Walk along the riverside to Caretta Shiodome | Free |
| Caretta Shiodome (shopping / skyline viewing) | Free |
| Tokyo Midtown Hibiya (galleries / evening drink) | ¥1,200 |
| Izakaya evening sake (typical per-person drink/snack) | ¥1,800 |
| Roppongi Hills Mori Tower observation deck (Mori Art Museum & Sky Deck) | ¥2,000 |
| Dessert / nightcap at tower-facing lounge | ¥1,200 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ¥9,000 |