Take the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line from Hiroo Station (a 5-minute walk from Shibuya) to Kamiyacho Station, which is a 7-minute walk from Tokyo Tower. Total: about 20 minutes and approximately 200 yen. Alternatively, take the Toei Oedo Line from the Daikanyama area. Here is the complete guide.
Quick Answer: Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line from Hiroo to Kamiyacho: About 20 minutes including the 5-minute walk to Hiroo Station, 10-minute Hibiya Line ride, and 7-minute walk to the tower. Approximately 200 yen. No transfers.
Best Route
Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line (recommended): Walk 5 minutes from Shibuya Station to Hiroo Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, H03). Take the Hibiya Line toward the Naka-Meguro direction, 1 stop to Roppongi (H04), then 1 more stop to Kamiyacho (H05), about 10 minutes. Walk 7 minutes to Tokyo Tower.
JR alternative via Hamamatsucho: JR Yamanote Line from Shibuya to Hamamatsucho (about 15 minutes, 216 yen, JR Pass). Walk 15 minutes north to the tower. Total about 35 minutes. Longer, but JR Pass covered.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Walk about 5 minutes south from Shibuya Station to Hiroo Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line (H03). The route from Shibuya to Hiroo runs south along the Meiji-dori road.
Step 2: At Hiroo Station, board the Hibiya Line toward Nakameguro direction (westbound, 1 stop to Roppongi), then continue to Kamiyacho (H05). Two stops from Hiroo, approximately – 10 minutes.
Step 3: Exit Kamiyacho Station from Exit 1. Walk northwest for about 7 minutes. Tokyo Tower is visible on the approach. The main entrance is at the base of the tower.
Cost
Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line: Approximately 180 to 200 yen from Hiroo to Kamiyacho. Not covered by JR Pass.
Tokyo Tower entry: Main Deck (150m): 1,200 yen for adults. Top Deck Tour (250m): 3,000 yen for adults.
Travel Time
Shibuya to Tokyo Tower entrance: approximately 25-30 minutes total. The JR Hamamatsucho route takes about 35 minutes and is covered by the JR Pass.
Taxi Option
A taxi from Shibuya to Tokyo Tower costs approximately 1,800 to 3,000 yen and takes 15 to 25 minutes. Given the moderate distance and the availability of a fairly direct Metro route, the train is generally more efficient and much cheaper during normal hours.
Best Option with Luggage
The Hibiya Line is accessible and manageable with luggage. Hiroo Station and Kamiyacho Station both have elevators. For heavy luggage, a taxi from Shibuya is more convenient, and the fare is reasonable.
Best Option Late at Night
Tokyo Tower Main Deck closes at 11 pm. The Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line from Kamiyacho runs until after midnight. Return to Shibuya via Hiroo is straightforward on the late-night Metro schedule.
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FAQ
Where is Hiroo Station in relation to Shibuya?
Hiroo Station is about 5 minutes south of Shibuya on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. It is in the upscale Hiroo residential and embassy district. The walk from Shibuya to Hiroo is straightforward along Meiji-dori.
Is there a more direct train from Shibuya to Tokyo Tower?
The Hibiya Line to Kamiyacho is one of the most direct options. The Toei Oedo Line from the Daikanyama area to Akabanebashi is also practical, but requires first reaching the Oedo Line. There is no single direct JR line from Shibuya to the tower area.
Can I combine Roppongi and Tokyo Tower in one trip from Shibuya?
Yes. Roppongi is one stop from Hiroo on the Hibiya Line. You can visit Roppongi Hills or the Mori Art Museum, then continue to Kamiyacho for Tokyo Tower.
