National Diet Building: Seat of Japanese Democracy
Visit the National Diet Building in Tokyo, an iconic symbol of Japan's parliamentary democracy and impressive 20th-century architecture.
The National Diet Building in Tokyo is the meeting place for Japan's parliament, a grand structure completed in 1936 that symbolizes the country's modern democracy. Visitors can explore its impressive architecture and learn about the Japanese legislative process.
A brief summary to National Diet Building
- 1 Chome-7-1 Nagatachō, Chiyoda City, 1 Chome Nagatachō, Tokyo, 100-0014, JP
- +813-3581-5111
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the official website for tour availability and reservation requirements, as schedules may vary.
- Tours of the House of Representatives are available in English but require advance booking.
- Photography is allowed in certain areas, but video recording is prohibited.
- The building is a leading spot for autumn leaves, with ginkgo trees lining the front.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The National Diet Building is a short walk from two subway stations. Kokkai-gijidō-mae Station (Marunouchi and Chiyoda lines) and Nagatacho Station (Yurakucho, Hanzomon, and Namboku lines) are both about a 5-minute walk away. Subway fares from Tokyo Station to Kokkai-gijidomae are between ¥170-¥210.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Tokyo. From Tokyo Station, a taxi ride to the National Diet Building takes approximately 3 minutes and costs between ¥1900-¥2300. The initial fare is ¥730 for the first two kilometers, with an additional ¥320 per kilometer. Note that fares increase by 20% during nighttime hours.
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Walking
The National Diet Building is approximately a 36-minute walk from Tokyo Station. From the Imperial Palace gardens, it's a pleasant walk to the National Diet Building.
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