Ariake Tennis Park
Park Tokyo tennis complex hosting tournaments and public courts
Ariake Tennis Park in Tokyo hosts national tournaments and offers public courts near Tokyo Bay. Players and spectators come for professional events and accessible waterfront links.
Ariake Tennis Park is a tennis complex in the Ariake district of Tokyo’s waterfront Koto Ward. It comprises multiple outdoor and indoor courts and serves as one of Tokyo’s principal tennis venues.
The complex includes a covered centre court with a retractable roof that holds roughly 10,000 spectators and is used for professional tournaments and large public events. The site staged tennis at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and regularly hosts ATP/WTA events.
Smaller show courts and numerous practice courts within the park support domestic competitions, coaching and public play. The layout is arranged to allow simultaneous matches and warm-up areas for tournament operation.
Ariake Tennis Park is located in the Ariake neighbourhood on Tokyo Bay, adjacent to the Tokyo Big Sight exhibition centre and accessible by public transport from central Tokyo.
- Major events: The complex was a principal tennis venue for Tokyo 2020 and hosts major professional tournaments such as the Japan Open.
- Centre court: The centre court, Ariake Coliseum, has a retractable roof and a capacity of about 10,000 spectators.
What to See #
- Ariake Coliseum: The main covered court with a retractable roof and seating for roughly 10,000 spectators; it functions as the centre court for major professional tournaments and events.
How to Get to Ariake Tennis Park #
Ariake is reachable by Tokyo Metro and Yurikamome line; the nearest stations include Ariake-Tennis-no-mori and Kokusai-Tenjijo Seimon. The park is within Tokyo’s waterfront district in Kōtō.
Tips for Visiting Ariake Tennis Park #
- Check tournament schedules; the park hosts both public courts and professional events which can affect access.
- Arrive early on weekends to secure courts; the area is popular with local players.
- If visiting for a tournament, book tickets in advance as seating can be limited.
Best Time to Visit Ariake Tennis Park #
Best in spring and autumn for comfortable outdoor play and to avoid Tokyo's summer humidity.
Weather & Climate near Ariake Tennis Park #
Ariake Tennis Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1403 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (197 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).