Enjoy Roppongi! 6 Fun Activities You Can Do For Less Than 1000 Yen

If you've ever been to Roppongi, Tokyo's international hub, you may find it hard to believe this but in this area there are actually plenty of fun things you can enjoy for less than 1000 yen! Let us introduce a few of these activities here.

Check out or previous article on cheap dining in Roppongi to find tasty, wallet-friendly food in this area.

Visiting Roppongi's Amazing Parks and Gardens

Although you wouldn't tell from the first look, Roppongi is full of parks and gardens that are free of charge. For example, the Mohri Garden in Roppongi Hills is a peaceful Japanese style garden that you can visit to escape the busy city.

The Sakurazaka Park, also located near Roppongi Hills, is a unique robot-themed park that can be enjoyed by both small kids and adults. Finally, the Hinokicho Park inside Tokyo Midtown has a large grassy area perfect for picnics, with artsy playing equipment for small children. It also has a small basketball court, a pond, and a Japanese style garden.

When you come to Roppongi, make sure you get a rest and enjoy the greenery among the skyscrapers in these parks!

Nogi Shrine

One of the best places to visit if you want to experience Japanese culture is a shrine. The Nogi Shrine, located near Nogizaka Station, is a shrine dedicated to Nogi Maresuke (1849-1912) who was a General in the Imperial Japanese Army. The house that General Nogi and his wife committed ritual suicide after the death of Emperor Meiji still stands inside the shrine.

This is a great place to visit for those who want to enjoy a quiet time away from the busy streets, or if you are interested in Japanese history.

Nogi Shrine

8-11-27 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052

Enjoy Roppongi's Wonderful Public Art

If you walk around Roppongi, you will notice that there are many works of public art on display. For example, when you enter the central area of Roppongi Hills, you will see a big, black spider welcoming you. This black spider is called "Maman" and was created by the French artist Louise Bourgeois in 2002. This area is a popular meeting spot used by many people visiting Roppongi.

In the same area, you'll also find a tall sculpture of a rose overlooking the city. This artwork, titled "Rose", was made by an artist named Isa Genzken and was brought to Roppongi in 2003. It symbolizes the ideas of love and beauty.

As you walk through Mohri Garden, you will notice a large, golden heart standing inside the pond. This romantic spot is sure worth visiting in the evening.

On the Keyakizaka Street, you can find 13 different work of public artwork on display. Check out these artworks around the Roppongi area to take cool pictures for your Instagram!

The Suntory Museum in Tokyo Midtown

The Suntory Museum is located on the third floor in high building in Tokyo Midtown. This museum is based on the idea of “Lifestyle Art” and exhibits various types of Japanese style artworks.

The exhibits change every few months and the entrance fee varies depending on the exhibit but it is usually around a 1000 yen. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the Tokyo Midtown area!

Tokyo Midtown

9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052

Tokyo Tower Observatory

Tokyo Tower, the tall, red building located in Akabanebashi (walking distance from Roppongi) is a famous landmark of Japan. This is now one of the most popular tourist spots in Tokyo. At Tokyo Tower, you can go up to the observatory which is 150 meters above ground for 900 yen.

From the observatory, you can overlook the entire city of Tokyo. On a clear day, you can even see Mount Fuji! After you enjoy the great view of Tokyo, make sure to check out the museums and restaurants inside the building. If you want to see the pretty, bright lights of Tokyo, we recommend visiting the observatory at night.

Tokyo Tower

4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0011

Clubbing in Roppongi

Roppongi has one of the best nightlife scenes in Japan. It is full of clubs and bars that can be enjoyed by anyone who wishes to hang out with friends and have fun in the city. Even though there are some super high-end bars and clubs in the area, you can easily have a good night out for a 1000 yen.

For example, at Alife Nishiazabu, the entrance fee for ladies is 1000 yen (if you enter before 23:00) and it includes an all-you-can-drink plan. Just a heads up, a night out is a lot cheaper for ladies than for men. The entrance fee for men at most clubs is around 3000 yen. Learn more about clubbing in Roppongi from this article!

In Conclusion

Roppongi is an area full of art and culture. Although it leaves the impression of a high-end area, there are many ways you can enjoy Roppongi for under 1000 yen. Roppongi is definitely one of the must-visit areas in Tokyo!