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Filming in Tokyo at Shibuya Crossing

Tokyo Filming Services

Capture the electric energy of the world's most dynamic metropolis with our comprehensive production support across Tokyo's iconic districts and hidden neighborhoods.

Plan Your Tokyo Shoot Location Scouting

Why Film in Tokyo

Iconic Landmarks

Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple, Shibuya Crossing, and Meiji Shrine available for filming with proper permits.

Film-Friendly City

Tokyo Film Commission supports productions with streamlined permit processes and dedicated liaison services.

Excellent Logistics

World-class transport infrastructure, extensive production facilities, and 24-hour city energy.

Tokyo Filming Locations

From neon-drenched entertainment districts to serene temple grounds, we help you access the perfect locations for your production.

Shibuya & Harajuku

Iconic scramble crossing, youth fashion culture, neon-lit streets, and cutting-edge retail for dynamic urban scenes.

Shinjuku

Towering skyscrapers, bustling station, neon-drenched Golden Gai bars, and atmospheric Kabukicho nightlife.

Asakusa & Senso-ji

Traditional Tokyo with ancient temples, Nakamise shopping street, and classic Japanese atmosphere.

Ginza & Marunouchi

Upscale shopping districts, corporate towers, and the historic Tokyo Station for prestige productions.

Akihabara

Electric Town's anime culture, gaming arcades, and tech markets for contemporary Japanese pop culture.

Odaiba

Futuristic waterfront with Rainbow Bridge, modern architecture, and TeamLab digital art museums.

Popular Filming Spots in Tokyo

Our local fixers know these Tokyo locations inside out, helping you navigate permits, logistics, and timing for the best results.

Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko

landmark

The world's busiest pedestrian crossing with up to 3,000 people crossing at once. Iconic neon backdrop and energy unmatched anywhere else.

Complex permits

Shibuya Ward permit required. Large productions need police coordination. Building rooftop access for overhead shots requires individual building agreements.

Best times: early morning (5-6am), late night (after midnight), golden hour
Note: Tripods restricted during peak hours. Drone flights prohibited.

Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise

landmark

Tokyo's oldest temple with iconic Kaminarimon gate, five-story pagoda, and traditional shopping street. Classic Japanese atmosphere.

Moderate permits

Temple office approval required. Commercial shoots need advance booking. Respect religious ceremonies.

Best times: sunrise (before 6am), evening after shops close
Note: No filming during religious ceremonies. Quiet zones enforced.

Tokyo Station & Marunouchi

building

Restored Meiji-era red brick station with modern business district backdrop. Perfect for period and corporate productions.

Moderate permits

JR East manages station interior. Marunouchi area through district management office.

Best times: night for illuminated station, early morning for empty platforms

Shinjuku Golden Gai

neighborhood

Six narrow alleys packed with over 200 tiny bars, each seating 5-10 people. Atmospheric, nostalgic nightlife culture.

Moderate permits

Individual bar owner permissions needed for interiors. Street filming through Shinjuku Ward.

Best times: evening, night
Note: Very narrow alleys limit equipment. Respect local business hours.

Meiji Shrine & Yoyogi Park

park

Serene Shinto shrine in forested grounds adjacent to expansive park. Traditional weddings and nature in central Tokyo.

Complex permits

Shrine office handles sacred grounds. Park through Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Wedding ceremonies are private.

Best times: early morning, weekdays
Note: No filming of actual ceremonies without consent. Quiet required in shrine areas.

Odaiba Waterfront

waterfront

Futuristic artificial island with Rainbow Bridge views, Unicorn Gundam statue, and modern architecture.

Easy permits

Tokyo Port Authority manages public spaces. Individual attractions have separate permissions.

Best times: sunset for bridge shots, night for illuminations

Akihabara Electric Town

street

Multi-story electronics shops, anime stores, maid cafes, and gaming arcades. Japan's otaku culture epicenter.

Easy permits

Street filming through Chiyoda Ward. Shop interiors require individual agreements.

Best times: afternoon, evening for neon lights
Note: Sunday pedestrian zone has different rules.

Tokyo Tower

landmark

333-meter communications tower inspired by Eiffel Tower. Observatory decks and night illumination.

Moderate permits

Tower management handles interior and observation deck. Surrounding Shiba Park through Minato Ward.

Best times: sunset, night for lit tower, clear days for views

Transport & Logistics in Tokyo

Essential logistics information for planning your Tokyo production.

Airports

Narita International Airport NRT

60km / 60-90 min

Narita Express (60 min to Tokyo Station) Limousine Bus (85 min) Taxi (~¥25,000) Private transfer
Haneda Airport HND

15km / 20-40 min

Tokyo Monorail (20 min to Hamamatsucho) Keikyu Line (20 min to Shinagawa) Taxi (~¥6,000) Private transfer

Local Transit

train

JR Yamanote Line circles central Tokyo. Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway cover all districts. Runs 5am-midnight.

Crew tip: Train station filming requires JR East or Metro authorization (2+ weeks). Last trains around midnight - plan night shoots accordingly.

taxi

Metered taxis widely available. Clean, safe, and drivers use GPS navigation. Automatic doors.

Crew tip: Taxi apps like JapanTaxi and GO allow advance booking. Jumbo taxis available for equipment.

rideshare

Uber operates but limited compared to taxis. Uber Black for client transport available in central areas.

bus

City buses supplement rail network. Night buses (Noctilien equivalent) limited - taxis preferred after midnight.

Parking & Production Vehicles

General availability: difficult

Street parking virtually non-existent in central Tokyo. Coin parking lots expensive (¥300-600/30min). Underground parking at stations and malls.

Production vehicles: Production vehicle permits arranged through ward offices. Base camp typically in peripheral areas like waterfront or industrial zones. Equipment trucks need advance parking reservations.

Getting Between Locations

Central Tokyo is well-connected - most locations within 30-min train ride. Shibuya to Asakusa: 30 min. Consider walking between nearby spots in same district. Rush hour (7:30-9:30am, 5:30-8pm) makes trains extremely crowded - avoid equipment transport during these times.

Why Film in Tokyo

  • ✓ Asia's most diverse filming city with unmatched visual variety
  • ✓ Year-round production support and world-class infrastructure
  • ✓ Multilingual crews experienced with international productions
  • ✓ METI/VIPO 50% rebate on production costs incurred in Japan
  • ✓ Gateway hub for Asian and global distribution

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