Tokyo Helicopter Tour 2026
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About Tokyo Helicopter Tour
Experience Tokyo from above on a private helicopter tour. Choose from 10, 20, or 30-minute flights. See sights like Tokyo Tower, Skytree, and Shinjuku. Enjoy a completely private tour, giving you a private, uninterrupted experience. Audio guide will provide insights on each landmark while the pilot follows a flight path for the best views. Book your Tokyo helicopter tour today and discover Tokyo from the sky!
Take off in a private helicopter with a professional pilot. Fly over Tokyo’s key districts for a unique aerial perspective.
See Tokyo Tower, Skytree, and Shinjuku from the air. Observe the city’s layout, rivers, and urban parks from high above.
Capture Tokyo and the surrounding areas from unique angles. The helicopter allows for wide views that are perfect for photos.
Hear about Tokyo’s architecture and urban growth since the Edo period via audio guide.
This Tokyo helicopter tour is only for your group. Enjoy the flight your own way without other passengers; it is truly a personal adventure.
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I never knew Tokyo could look so different from above. I went with my friends, and we chose the 30-minute option. It was the perfect choice for us! Flying past Skytree and Tokyo Tower was incredible. The pilot explained each landmark, including historic sites like the Imperial Palace. Since it was a private flight, we were able to focus on the sights we wanted most. The photos we took from the helicopter will be treasured forever. This flight was easily the highlight of my trip to Tokyo!
This was our family’s favorite part of the whole trip to Japan! We flew over Shinjuku, Tokyo Tower, and the city’s main rivers. The audio guide was very helpful, saying interesting facts about each landmark, so we learned a lot. Our sons were so happy to ride in a helicopter. They were excited to point out places we had visited from above. My wife and I loved the experience as well. Flying over Tokyo like this was truly unforgettable for our whole family.
DESCRIPTION
Tokyo Helicopter Tour
- Helicopter Cruising
- Uninterrupted aerial views of Tokyo and its surroundings
- English commentary
- English
START YOUR HELICOPTER ADVENTURE
Your Tokyo helicopter tour begins at Tokyo Heliport. There, friendly staff will greet you and guide you through check-in. After a short safety briefing, you will board the helicopter and prepare for takeoff. The helicopter cabin is private. This ensures your group can enjoy the flight without interruptions or distractions. Enjoy live English commentary throughout your flight, highlighting key landmarks and sharing the rich history of Tokyo.
FLY OVER TOKYO LANDMARKS
The 10-minute flight focuses on central Tokyo, taking you past the iconic Tokyo Tower and the towering Tokyo Skytree - Japan’s tallest structure at 2,080 feet (634 meters).
The 20-minute option expands your route across the central skyline to include Shinjuku, flying above its post-war skyscraper district, as well as the lush grounds of the Imperial Palace. The palace stands on the site of the historic Edo Castle, originally built in 1457 by Ōta Dōkan and later used as the main residence for the Tokugawa shoguns.
The 30-minute flight offers a complete architectural panorama, adding sights like the Roppongi Hills skyline, Rainbow Bridge, and Odaiba along the Tokyo Bay waterfront.
ENJOY MOUNT FUJI AND BEYOND
For long-distance routes, such as custom flights extending to Yokohama, Enoshima, and Mount Fuji, bespoke private charter packages can be arranged directly with the operator. Mount Fuji is a UNESCO World Heritage site. If you choose private package, you’ll see it standing at 12,389 feet (3,776 meters) as Japan’s tallest peak. It is a dormant volcano that last erupted in 1707. On a clear day, you might see it covered in snow, contrasting with the lakes and forests at its base. After sightseeing, you’ll return to Tokyo, concluding the Tokyo helicopter tour. On the way back, you can admire city parks, bridges, and rivers from above.
PRO TIP
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24 HOURS BEFORE YOUR FLIGHT!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
From tanks to the Tower
Tokyo Tower was completed in 1958. At 1,093 feet (333 meters), it was Japan’s tallest structure at the time. Surprisingly, some of the steel used came from old American Sherman tanks from the Korean War. This recycled steel became part of a landmark that helps to broadcast TV and radio across Japan.
The tower became a symbol of Japan’s post-war recovery and rapid modernization. It shows how Japan turned materials from the past into a symbol of progress. Today, the tower still stands tall over Tokyo. It serves as a reminder of Japan's ability to turn the past into progress.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Please do not bring food or drinks on the helicopter.
- Make sure to provide an active phone number when booking. This will help our team reach you on the day of the flight.
- Include the full names, ages, and weights of all participants.
- Let the team know how you plan to get to the meeting point (train, taxi, or other transportation).
- Provide your accommodation details in Japan for smooth coordination.
- The flight may be canceled due to weather or safety conditions. If this happens, you can reschedule or get a full refund.
- About one month before your flight, you will receive a detailed voucher by email.
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for an enjoyable ride.
Meeting Point
The reception desk is at the main gate of Tokyo Heliport, 4-7-25 Shinkiba, Koto-ku, Tokyo 136-0082, Japan. If you get lost on the day of your tour, please call the number on your voucher.
FUN FACT
Why is this Tokyo Helicopter Tour the best choice?
VIP helicopter experience
Enjoy the luxury of a completely private helicopter reserved just for your group. With no other passengers on board, you can relax and share an intimate, unforgettable sightseeing flight over the Tokyo skyline.
Flexible flight duration
Choose the perfect duration for your adventure. Enjoy a fun 10, 20 or 30-minute flight over downtown Tokyo.
Panoramic photo opportunities
Enjoy stunning views of the city from the air. It is the perfect chance to take great photos of Tokyo Tower, the Skytree, and Shinjuku from high above. Plus, listen to your pilot through the headset and learn about the sights as you fly past them.
Free cancellation
Keep your travel plans flexible and enjoy free cancellation up to 24h in advance for a full refund.
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