Rainbow Bridge ↗
A 798-metre suspension bridge spanning Tokyo Bay. Stand at the waterfront just to the right of the statue to frame the red-and-white bridge together with the verdigris-green figure — Odaiba's signature postcard view.
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Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba
Een replica op schaal 1:7 van het Vrijheidsbeeld in New York, rustig aan de kade van Odaiba aan de Baai van Tokio. Het werd in 1998 opgericht tijdens het 'Jaar van Frankrijk in Japan' en door Frankrijk geschonken als symbool van vriendschap tussen beide landen. Met zijn groen uitgeslagen silhouet tegen de Rainbow Bridge en de Baai van Tokio is het het bekendste herkenningspunt van Odaiba — en een gratis, altijd toegankelijk monument.
Gratis toegang Geen ticket nodig
24 uur open Dag en nacht
Odaiba Seaside Park Einde van de promenade
🌤️ Actueel weer：20 °C🌅 Zonsondergang vandaag：17:54
Toegang & tickets
Heb je tickets nodig voor het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba? Nee — de toegang is gratis.
Het is een monument in de open lucht in een openbaar kustpark: geen loket, geen poortje, geen reservering en geen sluitingstijd.
Heb ik tickets nodig?
Nee. Er is geen ticketloket en geen toegangspoort, dus er valt niets te kopen en niets te printen. Loop gewoon de kustpromenade op en kijk omhoog.
Wat zijn de openingstijden?
Het beeld is 24 uur per dag toegankelijk, elke dag van het jaar. Vroeg in de ochtend en laat op de avond is het het rustigst; rond zonsondergang is het het drukst.
Waar staat het precies?
Aan het einde van de kustpromenade in Odaiba Kaihin Park — ongeveer 5 minuten lopen van station Daiba (uitgang A) of station Odaiba-Kaihinkoen.
Wat is het beste moment om te gaan?
Rond zonsondergang en kort na het invallen van de duisternis, wanneer de Rainbow Bridge achter het beeld wordt verlicht — de klassieke Odaiba-foto.
100% GRATIS Geen tickets · Geen reservering · 24/7 open
Ontdek het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba
Het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba staat aan de kade van Odaiba aan de Baai van Tokio als replica op schaal 1:7 van het origineel in New York. Het werd in 1998 geplaatst tijdens het 'Jaar van Frankrijk in Japan' als tijdelijke tentoonstelling bij het 150-jarig bestaan van de Frans-Japanse betrekkingen, en was zo populair dat het in 2000 permanent werd. Met ongeveer 12 meter hoogte en dezelfde groen uitgeslagen afwerking als het origineel kijkt het uit op de Baai van Tokio en de Rainbow Bridge — een van de kenmerkende landmarks van Odaiba en voor veel bezoekers het eerste dat ze zien vanaf de waterbus of de Yurikamome.
Over het beeld
The Statue of Liberty Odaiba is a public open-air monument within Odaiba Kaihin Park, maintained under the 'Umi-no-Koen' (sea park) system operated by Tokyo Port Authority (Tokyo Port & Harbor Corporation) under the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. As a free, publicly accessible waterfront space, it offers residents and visitors a place to enjoy Tokyo Bay, take photos and relax, and ranks among the most representative landscapes of the Odaiba waterfront subcentre.
Hoogtepunten
- ✦An official 1/7-scale replica of New York's Statue of Liberty
- ✦A gift from France marking the 150th anniversary of Franco-Japanese relations in 1998
- ✦About 12 m tall, verdigris green, framed perfectly by the Rainbow Bridge
- ✦In free, 24-hour Odaiba Seaside Park
Actueel weer & 7-daagse verwachting
De omstandigheden rond het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba — temperatuur, kans op regen en wind — als hulp bij kleding, paraplu en het beste fotomoment.
Weather alerts
Heavy rain possible — avoid low-lying areas and underpasses where water collects.
20°C
Overcast
Today 19–20 °C
Light wind
- Feels like
- 23 °C
- Chance of rain
- 88 %
- Wind
- 1.5 m/s （1 Bft）
- Humidity
- 93 %
- UV index
- 0.1
- Visibility
- 4.3 km
- Sunrise
- 05:20
- Sunset
- 17:54
Updated: 04:45 PM
🧭 Tips for your visit
👕 What to wear
- Rain expected — water-repellent or quick-drying clothing, and shoes that handle wet ground.
🗺️ How to plan your day
- Avoid outdoor visits; sightseeing boats and cable cars may stop running.
- The sea is comfortably warm for paddling.
- Low tide around 23:00 — a good moment to look closely at the beach and rocks; the ground will be slippery.
🎒 What to bring
Rain jacket (a long umbrella is awkward in strong wind)Towel (for after paddling)
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🌊 Live seaside conditions
- Sea temperature
- 25.1 °C
- Wave height
- 0.1 m
- ▲ High tide
- 05:00 · 0.92 m
- ▼ Low tide
- 23:00 · -0.33 m
🌬️ Air quality
- PM2.5
- 22 µg/m³
- AQI
- 58
📅 7-day forecast
- Today Rain 💧 100% 20° / 19° ☂️ Umbrella
- 9/12 Sat Rain 💧 94% 24° / 20° ☂️ Umbrella
- 9/13 Sun Overcast 💧 14% 27° / 22° 🧴 UV
- 9/14 Mon Overcast 💧 34% 30° / 25° 🧴 UV
- 9/15 Tue Thunderstorm 💧 88% 26° / 23° 🌧️ Heavy rain
- 9/16 Wed Thunderstorm 💧 78% 27° / 22° 🌧️ Heavy rain
- 9/17 Thu Drizzle 💧 57% 23° / 21° ☂️ Umbrella
Weather, temperature and rain probability are forecast values and may differ from actual conditions on site.
Tokyo Bay · Tides
Getijdenverwachting Odaiba
Het Vrijheidsbeeld staat op een rotsfundering in de Baai van Tokio, waar het water twee keer per dag stijgt en daalt. Controleer het getij voor je gaat om het meest indrukwekkende water, de mooiste weerspiegelingen en de veiligste uren te kiezen.
🌊 Current tide level
+0.91 m
Rising
Predicted water level relative to mean sea level (metres). For reference only; actual conditions on site may differ.
🗓️ Tide times
Today4
- High04:000.90 m
- Low10:00-0.59 m
- High17:000.91 m
- Low23:00-0.33 m
Tomorrow4
- High05:000.92 m
- Low11:00-0.56 m
- High17:000.85 m
- Low23:00-0.51 m
9/13 Sun3
- High05:000.83 m
- Low12:00-0.42 m
- High17:000.84 m
🧭 Practical tide tips
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Best viewing time
Around one to two hours either side of high tide the water is at its highest, giving the statue its most dramatic setting against Tokyo Bay. At low tide the rocks around the base emerge and add depth to the scene.
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Photography and light
In calm weather near high tide the surface is smoothest and reflections are complete. Just after sunset, a mid-to-high water level makes it easiest to capture clean water together with the city lights.
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Safety notes
Rocks and breakwaters exposed at low tide are slippery and are quickly covered again as the water rises. Stay on the promenade, do not go below the waterline, and do not climb the sea wall.
Tides are astronomical predictions; air pressure, wind and local terrain can shift actual conditions. Please leave some margin in your plans.
Locatie & entiteitsgegevens
Over het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba
Welkom bij het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba, algemeen erkend als het centrale Vrijheidsbeeld. Het ligt in het hart van Minato City, Tokio, Japan en is een belangrijke bestemming voor reizigers in de regio.
Locatie en bezoek van het Vrijheidsbeeld in Minato City
Het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba staat aan de 1 Chome-4-2 Daiba, Minato City, Tokio 135-0091, Japan, aan het einde van de kustpromenade in Odaiba Kaihin Park. Vanaf station Shimbashi brengt de Yurikamome je in ongeveer 15 minuten naar station Daiba, daarna is het circa 5 minuten lopen; vanaf station Tokyo Teleport (Rinkai Line) is het ongeveer 10 vlakke minuten lopen.
Name & Address (NAP)
- Adres
- 1 Chome-4-2 Daiba, Minato City, Tokyo 135-0091, Japan
- Postcode
- 135-0091
- Regio
- Tokyo
- Land
- Japan (JP)
- Coördinaten
- 35.6279, 139.7719
Landmarks en attracties rond het Vrijheidsbeeld
When visiting Statue of Liberty Odaiba, visitors can easily explore surrounding historical landmarks and points of interest, including Rainbow Bridge and Fuji Television Headquarters.
Fuji Television Headquarters ↗
The futuristic broadcaster headquarters designed by architect Kenzo Tange, about a 10-minute walk from the statue. Its 25th-floor observation deck offers a full view of Tokyo Bay and the Odaiba waterfront.
Landmark details also reference Minato City Hall and Tokyo Odaiba.net.
Official & authoritative sources
For official updates and regional tourism information, visit the Japan / Tokyo Official Tourism Portal (GO TOKYO). Park management and opening details come from Umi-no-Koen Navi (Tokyo Metropolitan Government), and municipal information from Minato City Hall.
Geschiedenis en betekenis van het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba
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Origins: the Year of France, 1998
The Statue of Liberty Odaiba was erected in 1998 (Heisei 10) during the 'Année de la France au Japon' (Year of France in Japan) as a temporary exhibit marking the 150th anniversary of Franco-Japanese relations. So beloved by the public and visitors, it was made a permanent fixture in 2000, becoming an inseparable part of the Odaiba waterfront.
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Why Japan? A symbol of Franco-Japanese friendship
New York's Statue of Liberty was itself a gift from France to the United States, symbolising liberty and the bond between the two nations. Odaiba's replica continues that thread — it, too, is a cross-border emblem of friendship, carrying the long artistic, cultural and diplomatic ties between Japan and France, and lending the shores of Tokyo Bay a touch of French romance.
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The bloodline of the New York original
The prototype of Odaiba's statue is the Liberty Enlightening the World erected in New York Harbor in 1886, sculpted by the French artist Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi. Its internal steel framework was designed by Gustave Eiffel — of Eiffel Tower fame — a masterpiece joining engineering and art.
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Form & Symbolism
Every detail carries meaning: the crown's seven spikes stand for the seven continents and seven seas; the raised torch represents liberty lighting the world; the tablet bears the date of American independence, 'JULY IV MDCCLXXVI' (July 4, 1776); and the broken chains at the feet symbolise freedom from oppression.
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A 1/7-scale replica
The Odaiba version stands about 12 metres tall — roughly 1/7 of the New York original (about 93 m including pedestal). Though smaller, its crown, torch and tablet are proportionally faithful, and it is painted the same verdigris green as New York, so from afar it is almost indistinguishable.
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A landmark of the Odaiba waterfront
Odaiba began as a battery island at the end of the Edo period and later became a waterfront subcentre through Tokyo Bay land reclamation. Today it gathers seaside parks, commercial facilities and the Rainbow Bridge; the Statue of Liberty stands at the end of the promenade, forming a classic tableau with the skyline and the bridge across Tokyo Bay.
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Odaiba's green landmark
As free, open public art, the Statue of Liberty Odaiba is now the go-to spot for photos, sunsets and night views. It is both Odaiba's visual signature and a unique thread connecting the cultures and emotions of New York, Paris and Tokyo.
Did you know?
Odaiba's Statue of Liberty is a 1/7-scale replica of the New York original, even reproducing its verdigris patina — and the original's internal steel frame was designed by Gustave Eiffel, of Eiffel Tower fame.
History & chronology
Tijdlijn: het Vrijheidsbeeld in Odaiba
Van het ontstaan van het origineel in New York tot de permanente plaatsing aan de Baai van Tokio — het verhaal chronologisch.
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1886
The original is unveiled in New York
The original Statue of Liberty, a gift from France marking the centenary of American independence, was installed on Liberty Island in New York Harbour. Its thin copper skin supported by an internal iron framework was designed by Gustave Eiffel, later the engineer of the Eiffel Tower.
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1998
The 'Year of France' brings the replica to Odaiba
As part of the 'Year of France in Japan', marking 150 years of Franco-Japanese exchange, France presented a replica that was installed on the seaside promenade of Odaiba Kaihin Park. It was originally intended as a temporary exhibit for the duration of the event.
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1999
Removal postponed
The statue was due to be taken down when the event ended, but in response to visitors and local voices who wanted it kept, the installation was extended.
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2000
Permanent installation confirmed
It became an officially permanent monument and settled into its role as one of the defining landmarks of the Tokyo waterfront.
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2010s
A classic Tokyo Bay photo spot
Framing the statue together with the Rainbow Bridge became widely known, and the view began appearing in travel guides and local publicity.
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Today
A free, 24-hour public space
As part of the park it is open to anyone, and it offers a different face at every hour — the quiet water at dawn, blue sky at midday and illumination at night.
This timeline is compiled from information published by public bodies, the operator and official tourism sites. Please refer to primary sources for exact dates.
Ontwerp & symboliek: vrijheid, verlichting en Franse esthetiek
Het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba is meer dan een replica — het is een publiek symbool vol politieke betekenis, technisch vernuft en beeldtaal.
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Liberty, enlightenment and French aesthetics combined
Form & Symbolism
The crown's seven spikes stand for the seven continents and seven seas, proclaiming liberty for all the world; the raised torch is the light of liberty illuminating the world; the tablet bears the date of American independence, 'July 4, 1776'; the broken chains at the feet symbolise freedom from oppression. The verdigris green comes from oxidised copper — 'the colour of liberty' bestowed by time.
- ✦Crown's seven rays: universal liberty across every continent and ocean.
- ✦Torch & tablet: 'independence' and 'enlightenment' frozen in light and date.
- ✦Broken chains & patina: a metaphor of emancipation, and a classic hue aged over a century.
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A gift of friendship across the seas
The Original & Its Lineage
The New York original was sculpted by French artist Bartholdi, with an internal steel frame by Gustave Eiffel of Eiffel Tower fame, dedicated in 1886 as France's gift to the United States. Odaiba's replica continues the bond between France–Japan and France–America.
- ✦Bartholdi: personifying 'Liberty' in the language of classical sculpture.
- ✦Eiffel: solving the structural challenge of a giant statue with a steel skeleton — an engineering marvel.
- ✦Dedicated 1886: the Statue of Liberty becomes a global emblem of liberty from New York Harbor onward.
Background & anecdotes
Zes verhalen die je blik op het beeld veranderen
Het Vrijheidsbeeld is meer dan een groot figuur — het is een monument vol betekenis. We bekijken hoe het gemaakt is, welke symboliek in de details schuilt en hoe het in Odaiba bleef.
Why 1/7 scale? Fact
The original figure is about 46 m tall and reaches roughly 93 m including its pedestal. The Odaiba statue is about 12.25 m including the pedestal — approximately one seventh of the original. The ratio is said to have been chosen to suit transport, installation and the scale of the park.
The engineer behind the skin: Eiffel Background
The internal iron framework of the original was designed by Gustave Eiffel, later the engineer of the Eiffel Tower. That light structure — a thin copper skin carried by an internal skeleton — is what makes it possible to raise a statue this large in a windy harbour. The Odaiba replica follows the same principle.
What the chain at her feet means Symbolism
A broken chain lies at the statue's feet. It is understood to represent liberation from slavery, and it is the most direct message built into the name 'Liberty'. It is also one of the details most visitors miss when looking up from the front.
The date inscribed on the tablet Anecdote
The tablet held in her left arm is inscribed 'JULY IV MDCCLXXVI' — Roman numerals for 4 July 1776, the date of the American Declaration of Independence. The reading of 'JULY IV' as 'the fourth of July' is one of the most repeated pieces of trivia about the statue.
The seven rays of the crown Symbolism
The seven spikes radiating from the crown are said to represent the seven seas and seven continents, or the spread of liberty's light across the world. The statue standing in Japan carries the very same crown.
Meant to be temporary — but it stayed Story
The Odaiba statue was originally an exhibit for a single event, the 'Year of France'. When its removal was announced, so many people wanted it kept that it remained on the Tokyo waterfront — a story that says a lot about how the city took it to heart.
Foto- en uitzichtgids: de beste opnames van het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba
Als zeer fotogeniek landmark leveren een paar goed gekozen standpunten en tijdstippen veel meer nut en schoonheid op.
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The Classic Front Shot
All day Most versatile📍 Odaiba Kaihin Park waterfront
A level, head-on view from the promenade is the safest angle to recreate the 'New York' composition. With Tokyo Bay and sky as background, you get a clean, symmetrical full-body portrait.
- •Centre the statue and use the open water as negative space to highlight the verdigris subject.
- •Crouch low and shoot upward to lengthen the figure and emphasise the crown and torch.
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Framed with the Rainbow Bridge
Dusk Best colours📍 Waterfront platform to the statue's right
Move to the right of the statue to bring the Rainbow Bridge into frame. The red-and-white suspension bridge against the green statue creates a striking colour contrast — Odaiba's most recognisable postcard view.
- •Use the Rainbow Bridge as a diagonal lead-in line to add depth and tension.
- •A telephoto lens compresses the scene so the statue and bridge feel 'closer'.
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Dusk & Night Views
Night Most atmospheric📍 West-facing promenade toward Tokyo Bay
Around sunset the backlight gilds the statue; after dark the Rainbow Bridge lights up and the statue glows in the blue hour against the city — the most atmospheric moment.
- •Shoot in the blue hour (20–30 min after sunset) when sky and lights are balanced.
- •A tripod with long exposure captures light trails of traffic on the bridge.
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Tokyo Bay Reflection
Morning Best reflection📍 Water bus / opposite-shore view
Approaching Odaiba by water bus from Asakusa or Hinode, you see the statue at eye level from the bay; on calm days the statue and Rainbow Bridge reflect on Tokyo Bay — a unique sea-level perspective.
- •Ride the upper deck and shoot past the railings to avoid crowds.
- •Mornings bring calmer water and more complete reflections.
Route & oriëntatie · Hoe bereik je het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba
Of je nu komt met het vliegtuig, de trein, het openbaar vervoer, de auto, taxi, fiets of waterbus — elke optie staat hieronder uitgewerkt, inclusief parkeren en veelgestelde vragen.
Als je eenmaal in Tokio bent
Tokyo is reached via Narita or Haneda airports, the Tokaido Shinkansen or highway buses. Once in the city, Odaiba lies on reclaimed land in Tokyo Bay, Minato Ward. The most convenient rail lines are the Yurikamome (from Shimbashi) and the Rinkai Line (Tokyo Teleport Station); from either, a short walk brings you to the statue.
The statue is free and open 24 hours, at the end of the Odaiba Kaihin Park seaside promenade, framed with the Rainbow Bridge and the Tokyo Bay skyline. Plan your transport, parking and walking route together to avoid on-site confusion and congestion.
Weet dit voordat je vertrekt
- •Het beeld staat op de vlakke kustpromenade van Odaiba Kaihin Park, 5–10 minuten lopen van station Daiba of Tokyo Teleport.
- •Er is geen eigen parkeergelegenheid bij het beeld; gebruik de betaalde parkeergarages van nabijgelegen winkelcentra zoals Aqua City, DECKS of DiverCity.
- •In het weekend en op feestdagen is het druk, vooral in de schemering en voor het nachtzicht — kies liever rustige tijden.
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By Air (Haneda / Narita)
From the two airports
Best for overseas and long-distance domestic travellers; Haneda is closer, Narita has more flights.
- -Haneda: Tokyo Monorail to Hamamatsucho, transfer to the Yurikamome to Daiba Station — about 40 minutes, roughly ¥700.
- -Narita: Narita Express (N'EX) to Tokyo Station then transfer to the Yurikamome; or Keisei Skyliner to central Tokyo then transfer — about 1.5 hours, roughly ¥2,500–3,000.
- -Both airports have taxis and limousine buses, but crossing the bay to Odaiba is costly and prone to Rainbow Bridge congestion — not recommended unless necessary.
- 1After leaving the airport, follow signs to central-Tokyo rail lines.
- 2Haneda→Monorail→Hamamatsucho→Yurikamome; Narita→N'EX/Keisei→central Tokyo→Yurikamome.
- 3Alight at Daiba Station (Exit A) or Odaiba-Kaihinkoen, then walk 5–10 minutes.
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Train / Private Rail
Yurikamome · Daiba Station
The most convenient and recommended way to the statue.
- -From Shimbashi, take the Yurikamome (fully driverless) about 15 minutes to Daiba Station, Exit A, then walk about 5 minutes.
- -Alternatively, alight at Odaiba-Kaihinkoen Station and follow the waterfront promenade about 5 minutes, with the statue and Rainbow Bridge already in view.
- -The Yurikamome accepts Suica / PASMO IC cards directly — no ticket queues.
- 1At Shimbashi, find the dedicated Yurikamome gates (a different level from JR).
- 2Take a Toyosu-bound train, about 6 stops to Daiba Station.
- 3Exit A and follow the seaside-park signs on foot.
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Public Transit (Rinkai Line)
Rinkai Line · Tokyo Teleport Stn
Most direct from Shinjuku, Shibuya and Ikebukuro.
- -Take the Rinkai Line (りんかい線) to Tokyo Teleport Station, then walk about 10 minutes.
- -The Rinkai Line runs through to JR Saikyo Line, so no transfer from Shinjuku or Ikebukuro; from Shibuya, change once at Shinjuku or Osaki.
- -Tokyo Teleport Station has elevators — easier than the sloping Daiba Station if you have large luggage or children/seniors.
- 1From Shinjuku/Ikebukuro, take a Saikyo Line train (through-serviced to the Rinkai Line).
- 2Alight at Tokyo Teleport Station and follow the 'Kaihin Koen' exit.
- 3Walk along the flat promenade about 10 minutes.
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By Car (Parking)
Via the Rainbow Bridge · Nearby Parking
Good with luggage, children/seniors, or for a bay-circling drive. No statue-only lot — use nearby commercial facilities.
- -Navigate to 'Odaiba Kaihin Park' or 'Aqua City Odaiba' and cross the toll Rainbow Bridge (about ¥700 one-way for a standard car) into Odaiba.
- -Daiba shopping mall / Kaihin Park paid lots, Aqua City, DECKS and DiverCity all offer paid parking; weekends and holidays fill up fast — arrive early or reserve.
- -The Rainbow Bridge upper deck is for cars, the lower deck for pedestrians and cyclists; drivers use the upper car deck and pay on crossing.
- 1Set your nav destination to the Aqua City Odaiba or DECKS Tokyo Beach parking.
- 2Cross the Rainbow Bridge upper deck into Odaiba, following signs to the mall parking.
- 3Park, then walk 5–10 minutes to the statue; avoid the dusk peak to save time hunting for a space.
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Taxi / Rideshare
Door-to-door
Easiest with luggage, children/seniors, or late-night arrival.
- -From central Tokyo (Ginza, Shimbashi) a taxi to Odaiba takes about 20–30 minutes, roughly ¥3,000–5,000 plus the Rainbow Bridge toll.
- -Ask the driver to drop you at the transfer drop-off point by Daiba Station (Yurikamome) — about a 5-minute walk, avoiding parking hassle.
- -In rain/snow or weekend evenings, wait times are longer; leave a buffer and book via a local taxi app.
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Cycling / Water Bus
Waterfront rides & sea routes
The most relaxing, photo-friendly way to enjoy the city.
- -Ride the Tokyo Bay waterfront cycle path to link Odaiba's sights; shared bikes (e.g. Docomo Bike Share) are available at some piers.
- -Take a Tokyo Cruise water bus (Hotaluna / Emeraldas) from Asakusa or Hinode Pier to Odaiba, viewing the statue and Rainbow Bridge from the bay.
- -The Rainbow Bridge lower deck has dedicated pedestrian and cycle lanes — walking or cycling across is an experience in itself.
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On Foot
Arrive by the waterfront walk
If you're already in Odaiba, walking is the most natural way to arrive.
- -From Daiba Station, about 5 minutes toward Kaihin Park; from Tokyo Teleport, about 10 minutes — all flat and accessible.
- -From DECKS, Aqua City or DiverCity, follow the seaside promenade; benches and viewing decks line the way.
- -The promenade gets busy at dusk — keep an eye on children and belongings.
Parking Overview (for drivers)
The statue has no own parking lot. The options below are the nearest major paid lots; rates and availability vary by season and time — please follow on-site signs.
| Option | Distance | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Odaiba Kaihin Park / mall lots | ~200 m | Paid — see posted rates |
| Aqua City Odaiba parking | ~300 m | Paid mall lot (spending deducts) |
| DECKS Tokyo Beach parking | ~350 m | Paid mall lot |
| DiverCity Tokyo Plaza parking | ~500 m | Paid mall lot |
| Drop-off (Daiba Station) | ~400 m | Train only — brief drop-off |
Street parking is restricted along the waterfront — use paid lots and public transit. Rates and restrictions may change — please check posted notices.
Veelgestelde vragen over de route
Heb je echt geen ticket nodig?
Klopt. Het beeld is een monument in de open lucht in een openbaar park — er is geen loket, geen poort en geen sluitingstijd. Alleen de voorzieningen van de nabijgelegen winkelcentra zijn betaald en apart.
Is er parkeergelegenheid en wat kost het?
Direct bij het beeld is geen parkeergelegenheid. Aqua City, DECKS Tokyo Beach en DiverCity Tokyo Plaza hebben betaalde parkeergarages op enkele minuten lopen, meestal met een uurtarief. In het weekend en op feestdagen lopen ze snel vol — kom vroeg of neem het openbaar vervoer.
Kunnen rolstoelen en kinderwagens er dichtbij komen?
Ja. De promenade is volledig vlak en zonder trappen, dus rolstoelen, kinderwagens en loophulpmiddelen kunnen er gemakkelijk langs. Onderweg zijn er hellingen en toegankelijke toiletten.
Zijn er toiletten of eten in de buurt?
Bij het beeld zelf zijn geen toiletten, maar Aqua City, DECKS en DiverCity liggen op enkele minuten lopen met openbare toiletten, cafés, restaurants en gemakswinkels.
Hoe lang duurt een bezoek?
Meestal 30 tot 60 minuten: aankomen, foto's maken, over de promenade lopen en misschien even op een bankje zitten. Reken meer tijd als je ook Aqua City of DiverCity (Unicorn Gundam) meeneemt.
Raad je het openbaar vervoer aan?
Sterk aanbevolen. Station Daiba (Yurikamome) ligt op ongeveer 5 minuten lopen, Tokyo Teleport (Rinkai Line) op ongeveer 10 vlakke minuten. Adres: 1 Chome-4-2 Daiba, Minato City, Tokio.
Tips voor je bezoek
- ✓Het licht is het zachtst in de schemering, wanneer het beeld en de Rainbow Bridge oplichten tegen een gouden lucht.
- ✓Het beeld is 24 uur per dag toegankelijk; het verlichte Odaiba bij nacht is net zo mooi voor een avondwandeling.
- ✓Combineer het met Aqua City en DiverCity (Unicorn Gundam); de winkelcentra bieden toiletten en eten.
Beste tijd om aan te komen
Hoewel het beeld 24 uur per dag toegankelijk is, raden we aan ongeveer een uur voor zonsondergang aan te komen — dan krijg je in één bezoek drie aanzichten: daglicht, golden hour en nachtverlichting.
Practical visitor information
Toiletten, parkeren, eten & overnachten
Een overzicht van welke soorten voorzieningen er rond het beeld zijn. Omdat de meeste bezoekers met het openbaar vervoer komen, beschrijven we het loopgebied per categorie.
⚖️ This section lists facility types only. We do not recommend any specific shop or brand. Prices, opening hours and availability change — please check each facility's official information before you visit.
Restrooms
Public restrooms are available around the statue, all free to use, including accessible facilities.
- Several public restrooms inside Odaiba Kaihin Park
- Accessible (barrier-free) restrooms available
- Restrooms in nearby commercial buildings can also be used
- Some facilities close late at night
📍 1–5 min walk from the statue
Parking
There is no dedicated car park directly at the statue; visitors use paid parking nearby.
- Mainly paid car parks at nearby commercial facilities and the park
- Fills up early on weekends, holidays and in peak season
- Capacity and rates vary by facility
- On-street and illegal parking is subject to enforcement
📍 5–15 min walk
Dining (restaurants & cafés)
Within walking distance you will find restaurant floors in shopping complexes, food courts, cafés and fast food.
- Cafés and restaurants with bay views
- Food courts (good for families and groups)
- Bakeries, sweets and light meals
- Picnics in the park are fine — take your rubbish with you
📍 3–15 min walk
Accommodation
The waterfront subcentre has urban hotels that sell their bay views, and staying in central Tokyo is another option.
- Urban hotels with bay-view rooms
- Business hotels and capsule types
- Larger rooms for families and couples
- Commuting by train from Shimbashi, Shiodome or Tokyo Station is also easy
📍 Walkable to 15 min by train
Convenience stores, supermarkets & souvenirs
Drinks, snacks and daily necessities can be picked up at convenience stores and shopping facilities within walking distance.
- Convenience stores (open 24 hours)
- Supermarkets and drugstores
- 100-yen shops and general goods
- Souvenirs and character merchandise
📍 3–10 min walk
Fuel & EV charging
If you come by car or rental car, fuel and charging facilities are available in the waterfront area.
- Standard petrol stations along the main roads
- EV chargers in the car parks of commercial buildings
- Some chargers require a booking or an app
- Availability is limited — refuel or charge before the return trip
📍 5–15 min by car
Accessibility & travelling with children
The seaside promenade is flat and easy to navigate with a stroller or wheelchair.
- Accessible restrooms with ostomate facilities
- Mostly ramps with very few steps along the promenade
- Nursing rooms are available in nearby commercial buildings
- Stroller rental availability varies by facility
📍 Step-free access to the statue
🎒 Before you go — checklist
- ✓Check the chance of rain in the forecast — waterfront weather changes quickly
- ✓Comfortable walking shoes (stone paving and wooden decking)
- ✓Both cash and card (small shops may be cash only)
- ✓A power bank (photography drains your battery)
- ✓Summer: hat, sunscreen, drinks. Winter: a windproof layer
- ✓A small rubbish bag (bins in the park are limited)
- ✓A rechargeable transport IC card (Yurikamome and Rinkai Line)
The facility types listed here reflect general conditions within walking distance and are not recommendations of specific businesses. Opening hours, prices and services may change.
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Attracties in de buurt
Aanbevolen ervaringen
Reacties van bezoekers
“I thought only New York had one — didn't expect to pose with 'Lady Liberty' on Tokyo Bay.”
“At dusk the statue and Rainbow Bridge light up together — Odaiba's most romantic moment.”
“A free open-air landmark you pass on a stroll; the kids were thrilled.”
Praktische planning
Bezoekersgids
As an open-air statue in a public waterfront park, the Statue of Liberty Odaiba can be visited free of charge at any hour, with no ticket and no crowd control.
- ✓Allow 30 minutes to an hour: stroll Odaiba Kaihin Park, photograph the statue with the Rainbow Bridge, or catch the backlit silhouette at dusk.
- ✓The statue sits inside the open Odaiba Seaside Park, within walking distance of the shopping districts (Aqua City, DECKS, DiverCity) — easy to combine in one trip.
- ✓It is windy and lightly shaded by the bay: bring water, a hat and sunscreen; winter feels noticeably colder.
- ✓From Shimbashi Station, take the Yurikamome Line about 15 minutes to Daiba Station, then walk roughly 5 minutes.
Fotogalerij
Van het vooraanzicht en de omlijsting door de Rainbow Bridge tot de weerspiegeling in de Baai van Tokio en de avondverlichting — ontdek de visuele schoonheid van het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba.
Beoordelingen van bezoekers
Feedback van bezoekers is beschikbaar op Google Maps (externe link).
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Kenji T.
April 2026
★★★★★
A pleasant surprise while walking Odaiba Kaihin Park. Smaller than New York but the verdigris green with the Rainbow Bridge is very photogenic — strongly recommend coming at dusk.
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Aiko M.
March 2026
★★★★★
Spotted it from the Yurikamome train. Free and open 24 hours, beautifully lit at night — perfect for an after-dinner walk.
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Hiroshi K.
February 2026
★★★★★
Meaningful as a symbol of Franco-Japanese friendship, with many photo angles. Busy on weekends; weekdays are calmer.
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Yuki S.
January 2026
★★★★★
Easy to combine with nearby Aqua City and DiverCity; malls have restrooms and food, so it's relaxed even with kids.
Zo kom je hier
1 Chome-4-2 Daiba, Minato City, Tokio 135-0091, Japan
Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba（Statue of Liberty Odaiba）
1 Chome-4-2 Daiba, Minato City, Tokyo 135-0091, Japan
Coördinaten: 35.6279, 139.7719
Waarom een Vrijheidsbeeld in Odaiba? (De maatschappelijke betekenis van publieke kunst)
Een beeld uit New York, geboren in Parijs, geworteld aan de Baai van Tokio — erachter schuilen meerdere verhalen over stad, cultuur en diplomatie.
Making Franco-Japanese friendship tangible
In 1998, the 'Year of France in Japan' marked 150 years of Franco-Japanese relations, and the Statue of Liberty arrived as a symbol of friendship. It turns abstract diplomatic goodwill into a touchable, photo-friendly public landscape, continuing the tradition of 'France giving statues'.
Public art & urban renewal
Odaiba — once industrial reclaimed land — was transformed into a citizens' and visitors' waterfront leisure zone through seaside parks, commercial facilities and iconic public art. The Statue of Liberty is a microcosm of this 'culture activates urban space' strategy.
Connecting cross-cultural symbols
The same statue links New York (liberty), Paris (creation and gift) and Tokyo (friendship and localisation). It reminds us that great civic symbols often belong to all humanity, not just one city.
Wie vindt hier zijn eigen ingang? (Een gids voor elke bezoeker)
Elke bezoeker kan de instap kiezen die het beste bij hem of haar past.
Families
共鸣点：Free, open and safe seaside promenade where children can run, take photos and meet this world-famous statue up close.
建议：Pair with Aqua City and DiverCity family facilities — mall first, then a relaxed waterfront walk.
Photographers & Couples
共鸣点：At dusk and night, Lady Liberty with the Rainbow Bridge is Odaiba's most romantic scene and highly photogenic.
建议：Claim the right-side waterfront platform 30 minutes before dusk; shoot in the blue hour to capture both lights and sky.
Anime & Pop-culture Fans
共鸣点：Odaiba is a classic filming location for works like Digimon and 20th Century Boys, and next door stands DiverCity's Unicorn Gundam.
建议：Route the Statue of Liberty, Unicorn Gundam and Fuji TV together for a 'Odaiba otaku pilgrimage'.
First-time Visitors to Japan
共鸣点：Pose with Lady Liberty without flying to New York; right by Tokyo Bay and the Rainbow Bridge, it is a perfect starting point to discover Tokyo's waterfront.
建议：Take the Yurikamome from Shimbashi — the moment it crosses the Rainbow Bridge is a great preview; then walk from the station.
Veelgestelde vragen
Praktische informatie over voorzieningen, de geschiedenis van het beeld en het plannen van je bezoek aan het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba.
Parkeren
Betaalde garages bij nabije winkelcentra
Toiletten
In Aqua City, DECKS & winkelcentra
Brandstof / EV
Laadpunten bij parkeerplaatsen in de buurt
Toegankelijkheid
Vlakke promenade zonder trappen
Route & voorzieningen
Is er parkeergelegenheid in de buurt? Wat kost het?
Het beeld zelf heeft geen eigen parkeergelegenheid, maar nabijgelegen voorzieningen — Aqua City, DECKS Tokyo Beach, DiverCity Tokyo Plaza — hebben betaalde parkeergarages op enkele minuten lopen. De tarieven zijn meestal per uur; in het weekend, op feestdagen en voor nachtzicht lopen ze snel vol, dus kom vroeg of neem het openbaar vervoer.
Kunnen rolstoelen of kinderwagens dichtbij komen?
Ja. Het beeld staat in Odaiba Kaihin Park op een open kustpromenade die volledig vlak is en geen trappen heeft, dus rolstoelen, kinderwagens en loophulpmiddelen gaan er gemakkelijk langs; toegankelijke hellingen en toiletten liggen langs de route.
Zijn er toiletten of eten in de buurt?
Bij het beeld zijn geen aparte toiletten, maar Aqua City, DECKS en DiverCity liggen op enkele minuten lopen, met openbare toiletten, cafés, restaurants en gemakswinkels — eten en voorzieningen zijn dus heel gemakkelijk te vinden.
Geschiedenis & natuur
Waarvoor dient dit beeld, en waarom staat het in Tokio?
Het is een replica op schaal 1:7 van het Vrijheidsbeeld in New York, opgericht in 1998 tijdens het 'Jaar van Frankrijk in Japan' bij het 150-jarig bestaan van de Frans-Japanse betrekkingen, als symbool van vriendschap tussen Frankrijk en Japan. Het was eerst een tijdelijke tentoonstelling en werd in 2000 permanent.
Hoe hangt het samen met het beeld in New York?
De versie in Odaiba geeft de verhoudingen en vorm van het New Yorkse origineel getrouw weer en bootst zelfs de groen uitgeslagen patina na. Het origineel in New York is gemaakt door Bartholdi met een interne stalen constructie van Gustave Eiffel en in 1886 onthuld als Frans geschenk aan de Verenigde Staten — de replica in Odaiba zet die grensoverschrijdende band voort.
Planning & tickets
Is er een toegangsprijs?
Nee. Het Vrijheidsbeeld Odaiba is een monument in de open lucht in een openbaar kustpark — gratis en dag en nacht toegankelijk, zonder ticketloket of poort (de voorzieningen van nabije winkelcentra zijn apart).
Hoe lang duurt een bezoek?
Een gemiddeld bezoek duurt 30 tot 60 minuten: aankomen, foto's maken, over de promenade lopen, misschien even op een bankje zitten. Reken extra tijd als je ook Aqua City of DiverCity (Unicorn Gundam) verkent.
Kan ik bij slecht weer gaan?
Ja — het is een openbare buitenruimte die bij elk weer toegankelijk is. Maar het waait aan de baai en in de zomer is er weinig schaduw, dus neem water en zonnebescherming mee; in de winter en na regen voelt het kouder aan en kunnen paden glad zijn — kleed je op wind en kou.
Wat je in de buurt kunt zien
Wat raad je na het bezoek in de buurt aan?
Het beeld ligt direct bij de Rainbow Bridge en de kade van de Baai van Tokio, op loopafstand van Aqua City, DECKS Tokyo Beach, DiverCity Tokyo Plaza (Unicorn Gundam) en het Fuji Television-gebouw. Iets verder liggen Odaiba Kaihin Park, Tokyo Big Sight en de waterbusroute naar Asakusa.
Bronnen & referenties
De inhoud van deze pagina is samengesteld uit primaire informatie van overheidsinstanties, de parkbeheerder en officiële toeristische websites.
Last updated: September 2026
- GO TOKYO — Tokyo Official Tourism Website, 'Statue of Liberty (Odaiba)' ↗
Primary source for location, history and visiting information
- Umi-no-Koen Navi (Tokyo Port & Harbor Corporation, Odaiba Kaihin Park) ↗
Park operator and opening information
- Minato City Hall official website ↗
Municipal information (basis of the NAP record)
- Yurikamome official line guide, 'Statue of Liberty' ↗
Access and station information
- Tokyo Odaiba.net (official waterfront subcentre website) ↗
Nearby landmarks and area walking guides
- JAPAN TRAVEL (Japan National Tourism Organization, JNTO) ↗
Regional information for inbound travellers
- Google Maps, 'Statue of Liberty' ↗
Map coordinates, rating and reviews (external)
This is an independent, non-profit visitor guide and is not affiliated with any public body or operator. If any detail is inaccurate, please refer to the primary sources above.