The Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line runs directly from Shibuya to Oshiage Station (Tokyo Skytree) in about 22 minutes with no transfers. Oshiage Station is connected to Tokyo Skytree Town via an underground passage. This is the simplest and most direct route from Shibuya to the Skytree.
Quick Answer: Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, Shibuya to Oshiage Station: 22 minutes, approximately 250 yen. No transfers. Oshiage Station connects directly underground to Tokyo Skytree Town. Board the Hanzomon Line at Shibuya in the direction of Oshiage or Tobu Skytree Line.
Best Route
Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line (recommended): Shibuya Station Hanzomon Line platforms (underground) to Oshiage Station (Tokyo Skytree). Direct, no transfers. 22 minutes, approximately 250 yen. The Hanzomon Line serves this exact route with trains every 5 to 10 minutes.
JR alternative: JR Yamanote Line from Shibuya to Akihabara (about 30 minutes, JR Pass valid), then Tobu Skytree Line one stop to Oshiage (around 150 yen, not JR Pass). More transfers but the JR leg is covered by pass.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: At Shibuya Station, follow signs for the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line (Z, purple). The Hanzomon Line platforms at Shibuya are underground. They are separate from the JR platforms and the Tokyu/Keio private rail lines. Follow the purple Hanzomon Line signs.
Step 2: Board the Hanzomon Line toward Oshiage, Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, or Tobu Skytree Line direction. Check the front destination board on the train to confirm it is heading toward Oshiage. Trains in the Shibuya direction go toward Omotesando, Nagatacho, and Otemachi. Trains toward Oshiage go eastbound.
Step 3: Ride to Oshiage Station (Tobu Skytree Line, Z14). About 22 minutes from Shibuya. Exit Oshiage Station following signs for Tokyo Skytree or Skytree Town. The connection to Skytree Town is underground. The ticket counter for the observation deck is on the 4th floor of the tower base building.
Cost
Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line: Approximately 250 yen from Shibuya to Oshiage. Not covered by JR Pass. Tokyo Metro 24-hour (600 yen) or 48-hour (1,000 yen) passes cover this line.
Tokyo Skytree entry: Tembo Deck at 350 metres: 2,100 yen adult weekday, 2,300 yen weekend. Tembo Galleria at 450 metres: additional 1,000 yen.
Travel Time
Shibuya to Skytree ticket counter: approximately 30 minutes total. The 22-minute train plus 5 to 8 minutes to navigate from the Oshiage platform through the underground connection to the Skytree tower base.
Taxi Option
A taxi from Shibuya to Tokyo Skytree costs approximately 2,500 to 4,000 yen and takes 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. The direct Hanzomon Line is faster and far cheaper during most hours. Taxis are useful very early in the morning before Metro service is frequent.
Best Option with Luggage
The Hanzomon Line is accessible. Shibuya Station and Oshiage Station both have elevators on the Hanzomon Line platforms. Tokyo Skytree Town has coin lockers at the basement level. Large bags should be left in lockers before ascending to the observation deck.
Best Option Late at Night
Tokyo Skytree last entry is 10pm. The Hanzomon Line from Oshiage back to Shibuya runs until around midnight. Evening visits to Skytree from Shibuya are practical and the return journey fits within the last train schedule.
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FAQ
Is the Hanzomon Line the same as the Tokyo Metro?
Yes. The Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line is operated by Tokyo Metro, the main subway operator in central Tokyo. It is different from the Toei subway lines and from JR lines. Standard IC cards (Suica, Pasmo) work on all Tokyo Metro lines.
Which direction do I board the Hanzomon Line at Shibuya?
At Shibuya, board the Hanzomon Line in the eastbound direction toward Oshiage, Tobu Skytree Line, or Tobu Nikko/Tobu Isesaki Line. Trains going westbound from Shibuya on the Hanzomon Line head toward Futakotamagawa and are the wrong direction.
Do I need to book Tokyo Skytree tickets in advance?
Advance booking is recommended, especially on weekends and during peak tourist seasons. Book at tokyo-skytree.jp. Walk-in tickets at the counter are sometimes available on weekdays but cannot be guaranteed.
