Timeline
14:00
Arrive at the National Art Center Tokyo when it is still quiet. The building’s striking glass facade reflects the afternoon sky. Spend some time wandering the current exhibition or simply admiring the architecture before the crowds arrive.
14:45
Walk nine minutes to Kanda for an early pre-dinner bite or a sophisticated snack. As a Michelin three-star kaiseki restaurant, it offers a refined Japanese culinary experience. Even if you do not stay for a full meal, the atmosphere is exceptional for a quiet pause.
15:30
Head eight minutes to The Bar at the Ritz-Carlton. This is the perfect spot to end the evening. The mixologist creates avant-garde cocktails using local ingredients, and you can enjoy them while looking out over the Tokyo skyline. The view is particularly striking as the city lights begin to twinkle.
Local tip
The National Art Center is closed on Tuesdays. Check the route if you need to travel between these spots, as they are all within easy walking distance in Roppongi.
Check before you go
- The National Art Center Tokyo is closed on Tuesdays.
- The Bar (Ritz-Carlton) is open Monday to Thursday until 23:30, Friday until midnight, Saturday from 12:00 until midnight, and Sunday until 23:30.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Tokyo (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).