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Snap dynamic photos of bustling crowds and iconic intersections that showcase the energy of urban life. 00000 RELATED ARTICLES Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. GET THE LOCATIONS OF ABOVE SPOTS Discover amazing photo spots in Japan. LensTokyo gives you all the information you will need to capture incredible pictures while in Japan. Become a member and browse all above spots and 100+ more unique locations. Get the location details Check all spots you'll have access to here All Spots LensTokyo is your go-to travel guide for discovering unique travel spots in Japan, including both well-known locations and hidden gems. Check out the spots we recommend above and get ready for an unforgettable photo adventure in Japan. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM One of the most popular landmarks in Tokyo is the congested pedestrian crossing found in Shibuya. Known as the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, it is probably the most busiest crossing in the world and definitely the busiest in Japan. The mass movement of people from all sides and directions make this a sight a lot of tourists like to see and document. Crossing this road you will be amazed at how the pedestrians skillfully avoid collision with each other despite converging from all directions. Although this crossing is the most recognized crossing in Tokyo, you can also find many other crossings similar to the one in Shibuya all across Tokyo. And what better way to photograph them than from above with a birds eye view. Here are some crossings and the best vantage points to photograph them. THE UPMARKET CROSSING This is one of the most well-known junctions in Ginza area. On this junction you can see several roads, railways and highways intertwining with each other. The vantage you get from this location is breathtaking. You can take a long exposure with the light trails by cars making the picture look dynamic and adding some movement in the picture. The location is located on a rooftop garden of a shopping mall. Tripods are allowed and usually the rooftop is deserted making taking pictures very easy. It is also possible to photography this place during the day time. We recommend going there just before sunset when the sun is at a lower angle creating this strip of sunlight, as see in below picture, that runs across the crossing. The crossing is usually busy with crowds of people passing in all directions. At night, the light trails created by passing cars is worth capturing. The lighting throughout the day changes here. Adjust your exposure to the beam of sunlight and let the shadows fall into darkness. Although the Tokyo Tower is slightly hidden, it can be seen from this observation deck. A very touristy spot and a place that is usually packed with tourists. The view from each observation deck (north and south decks) is different. But either one you go to, the view is spectacular. THE BACKSIDE OF TOKYO This is the best spot to photograph the famous Shibuya crossing. The spot is a rooftop on a building located right at the center of the junction. The spot is well-known to many local photographers. Because the building is located right on the crossing, it gives a vantage advantage compared to other spots where you can photograph this crossing. Remember to take a telephoto and a wide angle lens both. You can spend hours here taking pictures and it still wont be enough. Tripods are not allowed so you will have to use your hands. Please also note that to access this rooftop you will have to pay a few hundred yen for the ticket. Capturing the crowds from a couple hundred feet above is always fun. We tried to capture the abstract patterns formed by the crowd in this picture. Although the crossing was comparatively less crowded than usual at the moment of this picture, this crossing is the busiest crossing in Japan and probably in the world. THE BACKSIDE OF TOKYO Here you can not only capture one of the crossings but also the Tokyo Tower. The long straight road gives you a long narrow perspective creating an interesting picture like above. Although it is nice during the daytime (see picture below), it is especially recommended to come here during the night as the streets lit up with multiple colors of light. The entrance to the location is hard to find because the stairs are positioned in a small alleyway. Use the exterior stairs on the building to reach the rooftop. The entrance to the exterior stairs is located in the adjacent small alleyway. Take both a wide angle and a telephoto zoom lens to make the most out of this location. During the night, the street feels more lively. The lights and the shiny cars passing by and the sheer number of salary men visiting Izakayas before heading back home. Although the spot is just fun to climb up to the roof we recommended going to this location at night as it is more photogenic at night. During the day, the sun shines in between the buildings and you can aim for picture that have a birds eye view of the busy street.

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Discover unique angles and sleek designs perfect for striking urban photography. 00000 RELATED ARTICLES Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. GET THE LOCATIONS OF ABOVE SPOTS Discover amazing photo spots in Japan. LensTokyo gives you all the information you will need to capture incredible pictures while in Japan. Become a member and browse all above spots and 100+ more unique locations. Get the location details Check all spots you'll have access to here All Spots LensTokyo is your go-to travel guide for discovering unique travel spots in Japan, including both well-known locations and hidden gems. Check out the spots we recommend above and get ready for an unforgettable photo adventure in Japan. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM In a city like Tokyo where the population density is one of the highest in the world, it is only logical to build the city vertically. Hence there are millions of stairs, escalators and elevators working simultaneously in sync. Combined with the fact that Tokyo is stylish and neon lit, these modes of vertical movements are designed rather stylishly. What makes pictures of these architectural elements so good is the cool leading lines they provide. The leading lines guides the viewer’s eyes into the picture and creates depth. We particularly recommend using these stairs or escalators to take portraits of your model, partner or spouse. The pictures will surely result in some cool memories you had in Tokyo. Here are 5 cool, stylish and photogenic stairs and escalators in Tokyo. It is recommended to use a widest angle lens you have possible to make the most out of these locations. This is because having wide angle lens enables you to capture the environment and context better, hence capturing the leading lines on the stairs. Apart from this article, we have another article covering 6 MORE Photogenic Stairs and Escalators in Tokyo in which we introduce 6 more spots like these! THE SPIDER WEB This is an escalator located in a subway. The escalator itself has become a permanent art installation here. The green pipes resembling a spider web, florescent tubes installed irregularly, this art installation makes this spot worth taking a picture of. The subway itself is comparatively close to the city center. There are 2 escalators designed in this manner in this subway station, but the one located near the C2 and C3 exits is more photogenic as the escalator is longer here. The escalator near C1 exit has the same design but because the escalator is shorter it is not as photogenic. Using a wide angle lens, and getting as close and low to the escalator is the way to shoot this. Because the area is a little dark and you cannot use a tripod having a camera with good low light capabilities is recommended. THE TELEPORTATION With ceiling height as high as thirty meters this spot screams grandiosity. You can make use of this enormous space and its symmetry by getting on the middle escalator out of the three and positioning yourself at the line of symmetry. A simple photo can turn into an exciting one just by making it perfectly symmetrical. This is because humans find a sort of comfort in symmetry. But, like in the picture above, purposefully including a human or an irregularity into the symmetry is also a technique used by many photographers. This location is located in a subway station which is a little far from the city center. The above picture was taken with a 14mm lens, but having an ultra wide angle lens lower than 14mm can result in a more dynamic picture. We strongly recommend taking a wide angle lens here. Visit this place on a weekday and avoid rush hours like 7-9am and 6-8pm. THE SHINNY NEON LIT This location is located right in the city center. In an area famous for shopping. Although it is possible to take a picture here in the day time we strongly recommend going here at night time. This is because the lights are only turned on during the night and without the lighting here the picture is not as epic. The escalator is encased in a glass tube that shoots down towards the first floor. Inside, mirrored surfaces reflect and repeat the florescent lights that are piped along the frame, much to the delight of Instagram. This escalator’s unique points are not only the lights inside the escalator but also the city lights outside the escalator. Located near a junction in a busy area in Tokyo, the neon lights surrounding this escalator give it a flare to the picture. THE GOLDEN GEM By taking pictures that are symmetrical you can make a chaotic subject feel more orderly. In the above location, there are mirrors everywhere which makes the space seem a little chaotic. By aligning the leading line when you are composing your images and compose symmetrically, the resulting image is more balanced and orderly. This spot is famous for Instagrammers in Japan. The hundreds of ceiling lights illuminate the space with a warm golden light. The reflections of fluorescent lights unto the glass shine green. There are mirrors on all sides of the escalator. All these effects making this space an epic spot to photograph. It is located on the 11th floor of a shopping mall in the city center.It is especially fun to take a picture with a model or a partner here. Make them stand in front of a mirror or on the escalator. Furthermore, there are hardly any people here during all hours of the day so you can take a picture without interruptions. The sparkling clean interior coupled with hundreds of bright yellow light make this space shine like a gem. The escalators at the top floor are designed in a way that you can look down at them from above. Making it easier to create pictures with new angles. THE WHITE LEADING LINES Along the narrow streets that lead away from Omotesando, you will find many charming boutiques created by young artists, many of them really worth your time. These small alleys feature many places to sit back and relax over a good food or drink. This spot is located in one of those narrow alleys in the Harajuku area and is a stairs that leads up to a shop. The leading lines and white wood like texture give this spot as reason to come back to. Because there are only limited lights during the night, it is better to take a picture in the day time. Wide angle is recommended but not necessary. It is an apt spot to take a cool portraiture with your partner.

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From cutting-edge architecture to serene green spaces, discover where to snap the perfect shot in this vibrant Tokyo district. 00000 RELATED ARTICLES Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. GET THE LOCATIONS OF ABOVE SPOTS Discover amazing photo spots in Japan. LensTokyo gives you all the information you will need to capture incredible pictures while in Japan. Become a member and browse all above spots and 100+ more unique locations. Get the location details Check all spots you'll have access to here All Spots LensTokyo is your go-to travel guide for discovering unique travel spots in Japan, including both well-known locations and hidden gems. Check out the spots we recommend above and get ready for an unforgettable photo adventure in Japan. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Shiodome is a recently redeveloped area in Tokyo. Located between the Imperial Palace and the Tokyo Bay, throughout history this area acted as an entrance to Tokyo from the sea. Today, it is mainly considered a business district and although the majority of the buildings are office buildings there are some notable shops, cafes, restaurants and hotels. Although it is not a touristy area and many tourists overlook this area, it is a futuristic area with many sleek and monotone buildings making it a cool place to take pictures. Here are some of the spots worth taking a photographic adventure. THE ONE IN SHIODOME The 46th floor of this building has an observation deck, or better call it an observation room as it is small in size. The floor is mostly occupied with fashionable high end restaurants. The view is perfect for a shot of Tokyo Bay and the Rainbow Bridge. You can use a tripod as long as you are not blocking major paths. But because there is a sill below the window, a small tripod or GorillaPod works the best.Usually after golden hour, the sky starts turning blue while the city lights start illuminating. This immediate moment right after sunset or before sunrise is called the blue hour. It is when the sky turns blue before turning black. And arguably this is the best time to shoot cityscapes. Compare the above picture with the pictures below, all taken at the same spot. The above picture was taken at blue hour while the pictures below were taken before and after the blue hour respectively. As the area got darker, the lights lit up into various different shades. Compared to other areas in Tokyo, the colors of the night life are different here. This picture was taken on cloudy day, hence the sky is not as dramatic as the buildings. On a clear visible day the camera probably would capture more of the buildings at the back. THE SHIODOME LOOKUP Shiodome has a lot of sleek buildings and for people interested in architectural photography this is a great spot. Although the buildings in Japan are not as high as the skyscrapers of other developed cities, Shiodome offers a Japanese version of a ‘‘downtown’’. Here, a look-up picture with wide angle lenses can result in a picture like above. The above picture was taken with a 14mm lens but we recommend using an even wider lens like the 8mm or 10mm. The spot is located at an intersection surrounded by office buildings. By going up to the pedestrian bridge and taking the picture on top you can avoid having the street lights and trees in the picture. A long exposure shot at this spot could capture the movement of the clouds and would add more dynamics to the picture. THE ITALY TOWN This area near Shiodome station is said to vaguely resemble an Italian neighborhood. The area consists of a couple of blocks with colorful buildings. The narrow streets with European style buildings will give you a unique look to your images. In the early hours of the day, the sunlight seeps through the space between each buildings creating pockets of light on the streets. This spot is especially popular for streets photographers. THE OVAL This escalator is not located in a very touristy area so it is unlikely that you would come across this place by just wandering around Tokyo. As mentioned earlier, Shiodome is not an area a tourist would normally go because the area houses offices mainly. The above escalator is built inside a station and is usually not very crowded. Because the spot is not crowded most of the times during the day, you can take your time taking pictures here of your model. The metallic structure contrasts nicely with the yellow lines of the steps which creates a cool ambience for a perfect picture. The metallic leading lines create depth in the picture, leading the eyes of the viewer towards the oval shaped sky light at the top. Using wide angle lenses are recommended but mid-ranged lenses work just as fine, depending on your style of photography and what emotions you want to show in your pictures or film. The oval aperture at the top acts not only as a design element but an opening to let light into the bottom levels of the building. The curvature makes this look almost like an object from out of space. Position yourself below the escalators and aim up while shooting. Capture the stark color contrast between the yellow and the metallic.

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FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM There’s nothing more photogenic than a spiral stairs when taking architecture photos. The perfect geometry of spiral stairs make it a subject that almost guarantees a perfect picture. This seemingly perpetual circular stairs is a perpetual trend on Instagram and a superb spot to shoot portraits. The photogenic element of these circular stairs has long been widely exploited by photographers and movie-makers alike. Due to their elegant circular shape, spiral staircases give a romantic element to the space compared to traditional stairs. Unfortunately, Japan does not have many spiral stairs compared to Europe there are some in Tokyo which are worth your time. At LensTokyo we find the best spots for you so you won’t have to spend your precious travelling time looking for spots! Here are 8 of those instagram worthy spiral staircases in Tokyo. Just be careful not to drop your phone or camera into the stairwells! Apart from the photography spots mentioned in this article, we have another article covering 7 MORE Photogenic Spiral Staircases in Tokyo so be sure to check that one out too! THE RED DRAGON When photographing curves, especially when the subject is a spiral stairs, make sure you capture the sweeping lines to give the picture a natural and dynamic feel. The use of wide angles lens comes heavily into play here because they exaggerate the contours of the twisting stairs. The stark and vibrant color of this spiral staircase definitely leaves an impression on you. This is probably the most well-known spiral staircase in this list. It is located in a building constructed in the 1960’s, near the city center and can be accessed very easily. The building has two spiral staircases, of which one is shown in the above picture. The other stairs is blue in contrast and is located in the staff’s section of the building and is not accessible to the public. This photography spot is located in a very touristy district of Tokyo and you might even pass near by not even realizing that theres a photogenic spot right besides! THE BLACK VOID This spot is located in a building in Shinjuku and is at a walking distance from the station. The top of the atrium has a bridge built diagonally and this look up creates a N shape. You can walk inside the bridge at the top too and is photogenic in itself. The reflections of the shafts at the top of the ceiling combined with the leading lines on the walls of the atrium make this spot a cool place to photograph. It is especially good at night because the atrium and the bridge light up. The building is a comparatively big office building in the heart of Shinjuku. The atrium is accessible to the public. Apart from holidays and weekends there usually are a number of people in this atrium so try to be respectful when taking pictures. This is the second spiral staircase in the building. The polka dots and the irregular shape of the staircase is unique. The space is lit dark so there is no ample light. THE BLACK GEAR The building that houses this spiral stairs was designed by the same famous architect as the previous spiral stairs. The building has a green rooftop, this stairs connects the outside of the building to the green rooftop. If you are interested in architecture this place is a must. This location is located in a park. The park itself is one of the hidden tourist destinations and is popular for the ginkgo trees during fall season. So apart from coming here to get the picture of the spiral stairs you could plan to take pictures of the ginkgo trees as well. THE SNAIL This spot is located in a building in Shinjuku and is at a walking distance from the station. The top of the atrium has a bridge built diagonally and this look up creates a N shape. You can walk inside the bridge at the top too and is photogenic in itself. The reflections of the shafts at the top of the ceiling combined with the leading lines on the walls of the atrium make this spot a cool place to photograph. It is especially good at night because the atrium and the bridge light up. The building is a comparatively big office building in the heart of Shinjuku. The atrium is accessible to the public. Apart from holidays and weekends there usually are a number of people in this atrium so try to be respectful when taking pictures. The architecture is renowned for this building. One of the highlights of this architecture is this spiral staircase. The pastel blue and the white divided by the brown handrail. A photogenic spot to take pictures with a model or of your partner. THE CONCRETE ONE This place is located at a distance 3 hours from the city center by train. So it is definitely a little far for a lot of people. It is inside a dam where you can visit only on the weekends. The scale of the space is enormous and is surrounded by a lot of beautiful nature. If you want to get out of the hustle bustle of the city to somewhere more serene and to taste a bit of the nature of Japan this place is perfect. Below is a picture of what it looks like around this dam. The air is cleaner and even during winters the green is vibrant. Take a break from the city life for a few hours to get refreshed. To get access to the dam just go to the information counter located right next to the dam (free). The spot is surrounded by nature and is slightly out of the city of Tokyo. If you want to get away from the busy ambience of Tokyo for a few hours this spot is worth your trip. THE RETRO ONE This spiral staircase is located right in the middle of Tokyo. The building was constructed during the 1970s, and is one of the oldest buildings in the area. It has a retro charm to it and is considered to be an important historic building by many architectural critics. The spiral stairs itself is very small and narrow. The above picture was taken at the bottom of the stairs, while the below picture was taken at the top. The elevator is unique because it too is very old. The building which houses this spiral staircase was built almost 40 years ago. Surviving many of Tokyo’s natural disaster it still stands today. THE GRANDEUR When taking a picture of the spiral stairs it is tempting to only think of two viewpoints; from the bottom or from the top. However, you can create images that are much more interesting and unique when you take the time to come up with less obvious and unique angles or viewpoints like below image. This building is a shopping mall located very near to a busy station. The mall it self is big and the spiral stairs is located in corner of the building, not a lot of people use this stairs and is a hidden photography spot in Tokyo. The stairs are big in diameter and has a grandeur to it. Position your model, partner or friend on one of the steps and take a picture either from the top or the bottom. The compositions are endless here! The space this spiral staircase entails is designed in a way to let light in through the sides. The space is big and depending on your creativity has the potential to create a worthy picture. The chandelier drops down right in the middle of the spiral staircase. The long protruding chandelier acts as leading lines in the picture above.

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These architectural wonders provide stunning visuals and unique angles, perfect for dynamic and modern photography. 00000 RELATED ARTICLES Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. GET THE LOCATIONS OF ABOVE SPOTS Discover amazing photo spots in Japan. LensTokyo gives you all the information you will need to capture incredible pictures while in Japan. Become a member and browse all above spots and 100+ more unique locations. Get the location details Check all spots you'll have access to here All Spots LensTokyo is your go-to travel guide for discovering unique travel spots in Japan, including both well-known locations and hidden gems. Check out the spots we recommend above and get ready for an unforgettable photo adventure in Japan. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM In a city like Tokyo where there a millions of buildings that all pretty much look the same, here are some unique buildings that you can use as a subject or as a background in your pictures. These locations work great on Instagram and were initially made famous by the Japanese urban photography enthusiasts on Instagram. Today we are solely focusing on cubes or cubicle facades in Tokyo. Depending on your style of photography and how you are going to use your photograph, there are a couple of ways to photograph these facades. You could include a model in your frame or just have the building. Here are some spots and sample pictures of cube facades in Tokyo. THE DIAGONAL CUBES This is a spot very famous for instagrammers who specialize their style in urban photography. The larger diagonal cubes are terraces between each apartment unit and are the unique point about this photo spot and building. We recommend going to this spot at night rather than the morning because the larger diagonal cubes stand out better at night. The dull concrete creates a stark contrast with the orange light from the larger cubes. The building is located on the southern east side of Tokyo and is slightly away from the city center. The building is away from the nearest train station too so you will need to either walk or take a bus. Remember to check the bus timings before you go. THE WOODEN TETRIS This building is owned by a company that manufactures wooden building materials, hence this apt facade. The building itself has won many architectural awards in Japan and is famous amongst enthusiasts. The interior and exterior are both designed with various different types of wood. The tetris like facade, the wooden materials and the orange light all compliment each other making it a great building to shoot. The picture below was taken on a summer evening. You can see how the lights accentuate the wood and how including humans into the picture gives the picture a sense of scale. GREY CUBES This spot is well known for the locals living in Tokyo, especially for the younger generation who love posting photogenic images on Instagram. It is located inside a building, the building has a huge courtyard from which you can view the other side. Standing in the middle of one side and aligning your camera with the verticals can result in a balanced image like above. The above picture was taken with a wide angle lens but you can also experiment with zoom lens and positioning your partner inside one of the cubes. On the top floors you can look down towards the courtyard and experiment taking pictures with the reflection like the image below. Overall this building and especially the courtyard here is always fun to shoot. There are tons of ways to utilize your creativity here, according to your photography style, and create something worth sharing. While here, you should also check the rooftop garden on the top floor where the view is amazing. SMALL OFFICE HOME OFFICE This is a building where they rent out small rooms which can be used for offices. It is one of the most popular and famous spots on Instagram, in Japan and abroad, guarantied to get you a lot of likes. Shooting vibrant colors like these is actually easier when the lighting of the subject is indirect, less powerful, or even subdued. Because there is not a lot of direct sunlight in this building, and the light comes indirectly through a courtyard, this spot really makes the colors of the doors pop. Which is another reason, why pictures taken at night in this building is more popular. It is because during the day time, the colors of the doors do not pop out as much comparatively. A popular way to take a picture of this location is by adjusting your exposure to the doors, so that everything other than the doors turn black, and making your model walk in one of the corridors like below picture. Adding a model like below breaks the continuity and rhythm of the picture making it more interesting. What other creative ways can you take a picture here?

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From sleek modern designs to historic twists, find the perfect locations to capture these architectural marvels. 00000 RELATED ARTICLES Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Heading 6 Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. GET THE LOCATIONS OF ABOVE SPOTS Discover amazing photo spots in Japan. LensTokyo gives you all the information you will need to capture incredible pictures while in Japan. Become a member and browse all above spots and 100+ more unique locations. Get the location details Check all spots you'll have access to here All Spots LensTokyo is your go-to travel guide for discovering unique travel spots in Japan, including both well-known locations and hidden gems. Check out the spots we recommend above and get ready for an unforgettable photo adventure in Japan. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Spiral staircases are not just a delight to the eyes but a very photogenic subject to take pictures of as mentioned in the previous article. By their very structural nature, they are full of features which make up an intriguing picture, such as leading line, rhythm and geometry. Lines, patterns and geometry are compositional elements that have long been used by photographers and artists alike to enhance an image’s visual experience. Staircases and especially spiral stairs have these compositional elements in abundance, which makes them a great subject to take pictures of. Photographing these stairs are largely about applying tried-and-true composition techniques to an often-overlooked subject. By doing so, it will enable you to find some hidden gems where most people wouldn't even think of looking. In the previous article we covered 8 Photogenic Spiral Staircases in Tokyo so be sure to check that one out too! THE EYE This location is located near the big station and the stairs itself is very small so its most likely that you will pass by it without noticing. The staircase is shaped like an eye and because the outline of each stairs is a zigzag it makes the location even more cooler. It is one of those stairs that is located in a busy area but hardly anybody uses. Because it is located partially outside, the lighting changes dramatically depending on the time of day you shoot this. Above picture was taken at night white the bottom pictures were taken during the day. The picture taken during the night is our favorite because the orange light in the middle looks similar to a pupil inside an eye. Make sure you know what style of picture you are going for before planning what time of the day you will visit this spot. Named after it's shape, The Eye is an ovular staircase that is scarcely used. Depending on the time of day, the lighting here changes drastically so choose wisely when to visit this spot. This image was taken minutes before sunset. You can see the image has a strong blue hue to it. THE RENAISSANCE STAIRS Because the building that houses this spiral stairs has about 15 floors everyone who comes to this building usually uses the elevator rather than the stairs. It’s a shame because this is exactly where the real architectural and photographic gem of the building lie. The floor of the stairs are illuminated by diffused white light while the surrounding is dark and metallic. Usually when photographing spiral stairs one of the problems photographers encounter is the lack of lighting in these spaces. But because the stairs themselves are installed with indirect lighting this spot is a must for every photographer visiting Tokyo to try out. There are renaissance-like murals on the walls, combined with the white lighting, they give this space a distinct ambience. A very famous and popular spot for many instagrammers especially in Tokyo. The staircase is solemnly used because there is an elevator in the building. Making this a great location to take pictures. Another epic spot in the downtown area of Tokyo. The floor is lit up by lights and the walls display an unique art. THE PURPLE CUBE This spiral stairs is located inside a buddhist temple. The building is not designed in a traditional sense of a temple. The building was design by a famous Japanese architect and was constructed using white concrete. The building was designed to be a step towards modern temple designs. This spiral stairs is hardly ever used but is extremely photogenic. The purple and white boxy shapes continue downwards perpetually, the colors almost casts you into a hypnotic state. You will have to register your name before you enter the temple but it is free for the public. The stairs is located behind a door near the reception and anybody is allowed to come here and take pictures. Another very famous spot for instagrammers living in Japan and visiting Japan. The purple carpet gives this spot a certain luxury vibe. The staircase is located in a religious building but is solemnly used. Access here is free and definitely worth it if you are in the vicinity. This spot is famous amongst Japanese instagrammers. THE COLORFUL SHELL This stairs is located inside a building that was built in the 1970s. And is one of the oldest buildings in the area.The unique tear-drop shape of the stairs and the vibrant colors, especially the teal color on the walls, make this a very photogenic spot to take pictures. The tear-drop shape also creates an eerie illusion through perspective. It is also a great place to take pictures of your model here. The stairs look drastically different looking up the stairs and looking down. Looking from below the staircase forms a very unique shape. Somewhat resembling a tear drop. The green wall on the side and the ovular staircase makes this location and this picture a delight to look at. THE WHITE MUSEUM This spiral staircase is built inside a museum. The museum is a part of an art university located in the city center. Because it is museum, depending on the exhibition entering this space will require you to buy a ticket. Sometimes the exhibition is free so its worth checking before you go. Located in an artsy school, the campus has several buildings that are designed in detail. Amongst those design elements was this staircase. THE HOTEL GEM This spot is located inside a hotel but don’t worry you are allowed access to take pictures here very easily. The stairs are located right in front of the entrance. You are allowed to take a picture here but are prohibited to go above the 3rd floor. If you feel uncomfortable simply ask the guard at the entrance for the directions of the spiral stairs he will guide you with typical Japanese kindness. The staircase is located inside a luxury hotel. This picture was taken at the hotel past sunset. Hence there is not a lot of light. TOKYO’S CENTER SPIRAL These two spots shown in the top and below pictures are located inside the Tokyo Station. Both are images require a wide angle lens to capture the space. And both entail the unique architecture that Tokyo Station has to offer. The above spiral stairs is located inside a museum so you will need a ticket for the exhibition to enter this space. There are two highlights of the gallery in Tokyo Station, one is the spiral stairs shown in the above picture, and the other is the 100 years old bricks used in the second floor exhibition space. Here you can enjoy the architectural attractions the building has to offer with exhibitions of various themes. Like many buildings in Tokyo the station was severely destroyed during World War II. The original ceiling was damaged but reconstructed later with using the same design. As seen in the above picture, there are 8 eagles at the top and below that in circular green backgrounds are the animal reliefs at 8 locations. The keystone at the top of the arches are inspired by 15th century military commander’s helmet. All these design elements and ornaments combined make this ceiling a great look up. One of the older and famous buildings in Tokyo. The Tokyo station is a three-storied magnificent Renaissance architecture with 3 large (like the above) domes in the north, south and center.

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