The location where Sergeant Sumire Onda (played by Eri Fukatsu) was shot by the felon is in the film "Bayside Shakedown 2 - International Version” (2003) is this “West Promenade” in Odaiba. You can enjoy the liberating view of the Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Tower from the street that extends toward the sea.

In the movie "TOKYO TOWER -Mom & Me, and Sometimes Dad-" (2007) the main character (Odagiri Joe) and his mother (Kiki Kirin) go to the iconic "Tokyo Tower ", as the final point of her life. It is also recommended to visit it at night if you're go out, as it is possible to enjoy this unique simbol of Tokyo become iluminated by various companies, events, and collaborations, in addtion to a night view of the city from the viewing deck.

This is the location that appears in the TV drama series "Little Giants" (2017) in Minato ward around the intersection called "Tokyo Tower Shita". During the episode, Haruhiko Yamada （Masaki Okada）and Yoshinobu Onoda (Teruyuki Kagawa) were having a conversation in a car. This area not only has Tokyo tower but is neighbored by the Zojoji temple and the Shiba Park, which are popular movies and TV dramas filming locations.

The place where Tsukasa Higashijujo (Mikihiko Azuma) and Sakurako (Nanako Matsushima) were visiting to plan their wedding reception in the drama series "Yamatonadeshiko" (2000) is "Tsunamachi Mitsui Club" here in Minato Ward. It is a membership club established in 1913 (the second year of Tashio era) and the beautiful garden that changes its colors with the seasons surrounds the VIP guest house with regal presence in the Renaissance style.

In the movie "The Wolverine"( 2013 ) the funeral of Yashida ( Hal Yamanouchi ) is held at Zojoji Temple in Shiba Park. During the the grand funeral Logan ( Hugh Jackman ) and Mariko (TAO) are attacked on the grand staircase in front of the main hall and the resulting escape scene leaves a lasting impression. Also, the action where the ninja Harada (Will Yun Lee) yearns for Mariko was shot on top of the roof tiles of Zojoji Temple Hall leading to Koshoden.

The conversation lounge at the Sogetsu Hall in Akasaka, Minato Ward, is featured in the movie “The Long Excuse” (2016). The scene in which Kishimoto (Sosuke Ikematsu), manager of the protagonist, novelist Sachio Kinugasa (Masahiro Motoki), asks him pointedly if he had, even if only once, truly cried since his wife had passed away was filmed at the lounge. The construction of Sogetsu Hall was completed by architect Kenzo Tange, one of Japan’s leading architects. A rock garden as well as a multipurpose hall display pieces by world-class artist Isamu Noguchi. Many events such as ikebana demonstrations, concerts, plays, movies, and seminars are held at Sogetsu Hall, which is known as an art spot that goes beyond genres.

Tokyo Tower in Minato Ward has been repeatedly featured in the “Godzilla” movie series. In “Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster” (1964), the fifth movie of the series, King Ghidorah flies around the Metropolitan area sky and bumps into Tokyo Tower, bending its top half and making it collapse. In “Godzilla: Tokyo S.O.S.” (2003), the 27th movie of the series, the radioactive heat ray Godzilla shoots at Mothra who is flying around in the sky directly hits Tokyo Tower and smashes the top part. In “Godzilla: Final Wars” (2004), the 28th movie of the series, Godzilla shoots a radioactive heat ray at Monster X (Keizer Ghidorah) from the vicinity of Tokyo Tower. The resulting blast blows the whole tower to dust.
Tokyo Tower is also known as the place Mothra chooses to spin a cocoon for its larvae, but this scene is part of the movie “Mothra” (1961), a spin-off of the Godzilla movie series.

One of the filming locations of the movie "The Apology King" (2013) is Shiba Park in Minato. An important scene from the movie, starting an international political conflict, was shot at the park. There is a promenade and a playground within the vast area of the park, as well as historic sites like Maruyama burial mound (large keyhole-shaped tomb) and Maruyama shell mound. Beside the park there is Zojoji temple,
a filming location of the movie "The Wolvarine". There is Tokyo Tower near by, and it is one of the locations worths visiting.
* Produced with the assistance of Tokyo Location Box

In episode 5 of the drama series “Legal High 2” (2013), Machiko Mayuzumi (Yui Aragaki) and Haruki Hanyu (Masaki Okada) have a meal at My Humble House Tokyo in Chuo Ward. The moment you step inside, you’ll instantly feel the elegance and extravagance of the restaurant which features live background music and a pleasant service. Immersed in the mature atmosphere of Ginza in the evening, enjoy ethnic cuisine that has already mesmerized countless international celebrities. Be it a lavish dinner, an anniversary, or a birthday, let the lovely restaurant be the stage of that memorable scene of your life.

St Luke’s Garden in Chuo Ward features Restaurant Luke, the rooftop restaurant where Tsukushi Makino (Mao Inoue) and Tsukasa Domyoji (Jun Matsumoto) have a conversation in episode 8 of the drama series “Boys Over Flowers” (2005). The scene in which Tsukushi, Tsubaki Domyoji (Nanako Matsushima), and Yuki Matsuoka (Aki Nishihara) have a conversation about TOJ (Teen of Japan) was also filmed at the restaurant. The sky-high restaurant offers a vast selection of international cuisine as well as the finest settings to enjoy a sumptuous meal while admiring Tokyo’s districts from 221 meters above ground level. An open terrace that makes you feel as if you were in the sky, a vast dining area that features a 13-meter-high ceiling in stylish surroundings, a sky lounge that offers a commanding view of Tokyo’s skyline and landscape, cozy private dining rooms where you can relax at ease; Restaurant Luke has it all. Be it for a celebration, an anniversary, or any other special occasion, let the magic of sharing unforgettable moments with someone special work its wonders, just like in the drama series.

Hamacho Park in Chuo Ward is featured in the movie “Suspect X” (2008). In the movie, mathematics teacher Tetsuya Ishigami (Shinichi Tsutsumi) passes through the park on his way to work. Food stalls are also part of the park’s landscape. Being the largest park in Chuo Ward, Hamacho Park is one of the main attractions of the ward. It boasts a grassy open space, a playground for children, and a sports ground. Visitors to the park can enjoy the view of the Sumida River that flows right next to the park. Nearby, a shop selling box lunches is also featured in the movie. Bring a packed lunch to enjoy while sitting on a bench in the park.

One location used to make the movie "Shuchuu Nikki - The Diary of a Drunkard" (2015) are the streets near the literary club "Sabon" in Ginza 6-chome. Yuzo Tsubouchi, the leading character of "Shuchuu Nikki," comes walking along the sidewalk of the good old building (Kaiyo Building). However, the building was demolished soon after shooting, so it is deeply emotive now that I can only see it in movies. - By Director Makoto Naito, "Shuchuu Nikki."

This building, “Mitsui Main Building” in Nihombashi area was featured as the headquarters of Tokyo Chuo Bank, where the main character, Naoki Hanzawa, played by Masato Sakai, of the drama “Hanzawa Naoki” (2013) had worked.

Chuo-Ohashi Bridge in Chuo Ward is featured in the movie “March Comes in Like a Lion” (2017). In the movie, the bridge connects Rokugatsu-cho, where Rei Kiriyama (Ryunosuke Kamiki) lives, and Sangatsu-cho, where the Kawamoto family lives. The bridge spans over Sumida River and actually connects Shinkawa and Tsukuda in Chuo Ward. The design of the main tower and railings depicts a kabuto (samurai helmet). A number of cables stretch out straight from the main tower to give the ‘cable-stayed bridge’ structure a majestic figure whose beauty is further enhanced under the floodlights in the evening. Among the surrounding skyscrapers and apartment buildings, the bridge seamlessly blends into the modern townscape and can best be admired while enjoying a water-bus ride.

Featured in the movie “Godzilla” (1954) is the Kachidoki Bridge in Chuo Ward. After destroying the Diet Building, Godzilla heads toward Ueno and enters Sumida River. While making its way to Tokyo Bay, it flips Kachidoki Bridge over and destroys it. Kachidoki Bridge, which was completed in 1940, is one of the few double-leafed drawbridges in the country. The opening and closing operations were suspended on November 29, 1970. The leaves are currently closed. The bridge was designated as a national Important Cultural Property in 2007. In the movie, a radio broadcast describing Godzilla’s progression mentions that it’s moving from Ueno into Asakusa, and then going south into Sumida River, but the Ueno and Asakusa destruction path is not shown on screen.