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Shiba (芝) is an area of Minato ward in Tokyo, Japan and one of districts in the Shiba area. The Japan Shiba Telephone Office. Shiba area. Shiba was a ward of Tokyo City from 1878 to 1947. It was merged with Akasaka and Azabu wards to form Minato ward on March 15, 1947.
- Tokyo Tower
- Zojoji Temple
- Meishu Center
- 'Seaside Top' Observatory at The World Trade Center Building
- Hamarikyu Garden
Tokyo Tower has been an iconic feature of Tokyo’s landscape since its erection in 1958. The bright orange tower defines the Shiba area and is the perfect spot to gaze out over the city. The main deck at 150 meters offers panoramic views and is accessible via lift, or for those ready to feel the burn, a 600-step staircase. There is a secondary deck ...
Zojoji Temple is one of the most scenic temples in Tokyo, especially in the spring where the sakura-filled garden contrasts beautifully with the iconic Tokyo Tower. Zojoji, the first Nembutsu Dojo(training hall) in Kanto, was founded in 1393 by the Buddhist priest Yuyo Shoso. Zojoji became the family temple of the Tokugawa Shoguns in the Edo period...
Meishu Center is a tasting bar which offers an accessible introduction into Japanese sake. The small shop stocks sakefrom 47 domestic distilleries, in addition to several Japanese beers and plum wines. As a sakenovice, it can be difficult to know where to start in a store offering more than 150 bottles. But here at Meishu Center, the display cabine...
The Seaside Top observatory at the Tokyo World Trade Center is one of the most overlooked hidden gems in the city. The 152m tall skyscraper has recently been renovated and offers 360-degree views of the Tokyo. The building is situated perfectly to afford both city and bay side views. This observatory is a steal at just 620 yen and with its 200-mete...
Hamarikyu is the family garden of the Tokugawa Shogun and is a designated cultural heritage site. This garden features a seawater pond which changes with the tide of Tokyo Bay, three tea houses, a 300-year-old pine and a Japanese cypress bridge. The garden has undergone reconstruction and the elegant architectural features perfectly replicate the o...
Jan 18, 2024 · Area Guides. Shiba is a district of Minato Ward in central Tokyo. Located to the west of Hamamatsucho, it’s home to Zojo-ji Temple. If you live or you’ve been a tourist in Tokyo, you’re probably familiar with the photo of the temple with Tokyo Tower looming in the background – that’s Zojo-ji.
Kyu Shiba Rikyu (旧芝離宮, Kyū Shiba Rikyū or "Former Shiba Villa") is a classic Japanese landscape garden in central Tokyo, located just next to Hamamatsucho Station and not far from Hama Rikyu, another popular Japanese landscape garden.
- Zojoji Temple. Zojoji temple is the spiritual heart of Shiba and you should definitely check it out at some point. You can’t miss it with its huge red gate (Sangedatsumon) that marks the entrance to the temple.
- Nishimukikannon. While you visit Zojoji temple, don’t miss the Nishimuki-kannon shrine that is located just next to the temple. You will be able to see a large number of cute statues that represent Jizo Bosatsu-Shinto deity.
- Shiba Park. Shiba park is the main park of the area and its popularity is growing year after year. Tokyoites enjoy here the greenery and the beautiful view on Tokyo tower.
- Tokyo Tower. While exploring Shiba area, you won’t be able to miss Tokyo tower as you will be able to see it from all the neighbourhood. By day or by night, a view on Tokyo tower is always enjoyable and perfect for some photo souvenirs.
Hotel The Celestine Tokyo Shiba built on land related to the Satsuma clan, is the place to stay in Shiba Park, Tamachi. 7 minutes walk from JR Yamanote Line "Tamachi Station", 1 minute walk from Toei Subway Mita Line "Shiba Koen Station".
Shiba Park (芝公園, Shiba kōen) is a public park in Minato, Tokyo, Japan built around the temple of Zōjō-ji. The park is located between the Minato municipal offices and Tokyo Tower . Many of the footpaths in the park offer excellent views of Tokyo Tower, so the park is a popular spot for dates and appears in many television and film ...
