Roppongi District and Akasaka City
Roppongi and Akasaka are all about luxury, fancy parties, and dining.
These two provinces are home to nightclubs and stately museums
They are also a favorite place for sophisticated people who travel to the capital, Tokyo.
Savvy travelers can have a lively and fun time in this part of town all the time.
Roppongi District and Akasaka City
Landmarks worth seeing
- Sweeping views of the city from the Art Museum's 53rd floor atop Mori Tower
- The most delicious sushi dishes that you can buy from the Sukiabashi Jiro branch of Roppongi Hills Restaurant
- Late night partying at the skyscraper with panoramic views, V2
Roppongi District and Akasaka City
How to access
In the entertainment district of Roppongi and Akasaka City, there are the Hibiya and Oedo subway lines, which stop at Roppongi Station
and the Chiyoda subway line, which stops at Nogizaka Station
Read also:Luxury hotel castlesand the Nambuku subway line, which stops at Roppongi-Ichumi Station.
Roppongi District and Akasaka City
quick Facts
Many entertainment venues cater specifically to foreign guests due to the large expat community
Dancing after midnight was illegal in the Roppongi entertainment district until very recently
The largest film festival in the country is held in the region
Some historical events before moving to the entertainment section
The name Roppongi means "six trees," after which the area was named in the XNUMXs
Legend has it that six very old and huge Zelkova trees were once used to mark the area.
Another local legend says that the names of the six feudal lords
who lived near the area during the Edo period, included the kanji characters associated with trees.
Although the area was constantly crowded, it did not begin to flourish until after the Meiji Restoration in 1868. As for the year 1890
The region witnessed the influx of Japanese soldiers, and after them the American soldiers, and their settlement in the region
Read also:Fukui Dinosaur Museum in KatsuyamaThis resulted in a flourishing nightlife, and the Roppongi entertainment district is still famous for this to this day.
The modern-day entertainment district of Roppongi and Akasaka City is a dizzying mix of foreign tourists, longtime expats, and Japanese residents.
This gives the neighborhood an upscale, cosmopolitan feel unlike anywhere else in Tokyo.
The center of nightlife in Tokyo
The Roppongi entertainment district is arguably the most popular nightlife district in Tokyo, especially for foreign visitors.
The nightclubs of the Roppongi entertainment district welcome all those looking to drink and dance.
From XNUMX's dance parties to electronic dance music.
And unlike some other entertainment areas in the capital, Tokyo
The Roppongi entertainment district has a wide range of restaurants, bars, and clubs that cater specifically to the expat community.
Including: Geronimo Shot Pub and Shida Pub as well as the nightclubs Maharaja, Muse, V2 and Odeon
For example but not limited to. Or if you prefer watching shows to dancing
The Roppongi entertainment district is full of nightclubs such as Tantra and Berlisque Tokyo.
Read also:Ninnaji Temple in KyotoWherever you go, the neighborhood streets are filled with vacationing military personnel
As well as various types of foreign businesses and young people looking to party.
But beware of street promoters trying to lure you into their amusement park
These places tend to charge exorbitant entrance fees and take advantage of tourists.
Some relaxing arts and culture to rejuvenate you
Away from the nightclub scene, the entertainment district of Roppongi and the city of Akasaka are often regarded as home to Tokyo's most impressive galleries and art spaces.
The area is home to three major museums that make up what is often referred to as the “Roppongi art triangle.”
They are: the National Art Centre, the Morey Museum of Art, and the Suntory Museum of Art. Tickets are available at reduced prices for those who want to visit the three exhibitions.
Each of the three different centers that make up the art triangle offers something different.
The Mori Museum of Art, located on the 53rd floor of Mori Roppongi Hills Tower,
With the most beautiful views and a wide range of works selected from Japan and all over the world.
It hosts the National Art Center, located in a stunning building across from downtown Tokyo
Exhibitions around a unifying theme, as well as an impressive collection of work by local artists.
Finally, in downtown Tokyo, there is the Suntory Museum of Art
Which gives you an in-depth look at Japan's culture and history.
This gallery is filled with collections of exquisite Japanese paintings, ceramic exhibits, and textiles
It reveals to you the wonderful pictures of beauty in daily life.
In addition to the Art Triangle, smaller museums and galleries like the Ota Fine Art Gallery, Zen Photo Gallery and 665 Art Park dot the area.
Countless events and activities
As entertainment centers, the Roppongi entertainment district and Akasaka City hold a wide range of traditional and contemporary events throughout the year.
Therefore, there are always exciting events every weekend, from art exhibitions to traditional festivals.
Recently, a new addition to the Roppongi entertainment district's calendar is the Roppongi Art Night, a mass event inspired by the famous White Nights festivals held around the world.
This all-night art festival attracts nearly one million visitors annually.
Roppongi Hills also hosts the annual week-long Tokyo International Film Festival
It celebrates the work of pioneering filmmakers from around the world. This event represents
It hosts film screenings and award ceremonies - the largest film festival in Tokyo.
Don't miss the amazing lights and fireworks that decorate the area this Christmas season;
Thousands of gorgeous LED lights are placed behind the Roppongi Hills Center with great care to create a magical glowing fairyland unlike anywhere else.
