NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building
Tower Tokyo skyscraper notable for large clock and height
Rising above Yoyogi, the NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building is a Tokyo skyscraper with a prominent clock face; photographers and sightseers note it on skyline walks near Shibuya, Shinjuku and Yoyogi Park.
The NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building is a high-rise office tower in the Yoyogi area of Tokyo associated with the mobile operator NTT Docomo. The building was completed around the turn of the 21st century and functions primarily as corporate office space.
It rises to roughly 240 metres, making it one of the taller towers in central Tokyo and a visible landmark in the Yoyogi/Shinjuku skyline. The upper section includes a large clock and illuminated features that make the tower noticeable after dark.
The tower was constructed for use by NTT Docomo and has remained an office building rather than a public observation tower. It stands in the Yoyogi district of Tokyo, close to Shinjuku and easily visible from major surrounding transport hubs.
- Height: Stands at about 240 metres tall and is one of Tokyo's most recognizable corporate skyscrapers.
- Visibility: Located in the Yoyogi area, the tower is externally prominent and often photographed from nearby Shinjuku and surrounding neighborhoods.
How to Get to NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building #
The NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building stands in the Shinjuku/Yoyogi area of Tokyo. The nearest major rail hub is Shinjuku Station (served by JR lines including the Yamanote and Chuo lines); from Shinjuku Station it’s about a 10-15 minute walk to the building or a very short taxi ride. Use Shinjuku Station as your transfer point and then proceed on foot toward the Yoyogi side of the district.
Tips for Visiting NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building #
- The NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building is primarily offices and not open for public interior visits, so plan to view and photograph it from nearby public spots such as Yoyogi Park, Yoyogi Station exits or the Shinjuku side.
- The building's large clock and exterior lighting make it especially photogenic after dusk-visit in the evening to see the façade illuminated against the Tokyo skyline.
- Combine the stop with a walk through nearby Yoyogi Park or a short diversion to Meiji Jingu; the building is within easy walking distance of those major green spaces and transit hubs.
Best Time to Visit NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building #
Visit the area on weekday mornings or evenings outside peak tourist periods to avoid the largest crowds.
Weather & Climate near NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building #
NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building'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 1°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1473 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (105 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 (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (180 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (162 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 (205 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 (171 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
