Finding Smoking Areas in Tokyo — Guide by Major Stations and Districts

Almost every ward in central Tokyo enforces a no-smoking ordinance on public streets, with fines for violators. This guide covers tips for finding smoking areas efficiently if you visit Tokyo for tourism, business, or daily commute.

Major Stations at a Glance

• Shinjuku: public smoking spots near the West, South, and East exits. Inside the station is fully no-smoking.
• Shibuya: the Scramble Crossing area bans street smoking; use underground or rooftop spots in commercial buildings.
• Ikebukuro: public spots near the East Exit park and West Exit; some close late at night.
• Tokyo Station: outdoor spots near Yaesu and Marunouchi exits, plus inside major buildings.
• Ginza: very strict on street smoking; rooftops of commercial complexes are the main option.
• Asakusa: the Kaminarimon area is no-smoking; use the public spot near the tourist information center.

Things to Watch Out For

Some smoking spots in Tokyo close at night or early morning, especially those inside parks. Spots near major tourist sites are often crowded; walking a few minutes away can save time.

Use MottoSuitai for Efficiency

Allow location access on the MottoSuitai home page to see smoking areas within 2 km. To browse by district, open the full Tokyo smoking-area list.