1. Aqua Field Shiba Koen – Outdoor pool with Tokyo Tower view
Located in Minato Ward, this facility is a summer-only pool operating from early July to mid‑September. It features a 50m pool with a total of eight lanes, along with a separate shallow pool, perfect for families with children. Aqua Field is also within walking distance of other Tokyo attractions, including Tokyo Tower and Zojo‑ji Temple. Typically, admission fees are ¥600 for two hours, with an extension option priced at ¥300 for every additional hour. The Aqua Field website contains additional details about the facility.
2. Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium – Olympic‑size pools, indoor year‑round
This major fitness complex, located near Sendagaya’s Olympic Stadium, features both a 50 m pool with eight lanes and a 25 m pool, located indoors. This facility is highly recommended for serious swimmers. Year-round access can make it viable option for you. To access the facility, simply purchase a gym pass, which costs around ¥700 for two and a half hours. The price is cheaper for junior high students and younger, who pay between ¥260 and ¥300. Additionally, the facility provides visitors with showers, locker rooms, and even a public bath. The Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium website can also be visited for anyone wanting additional details.
3. Sumida City Gymnasium (Sumida Sports & Health Center) – Family‑friendly all‑season pool
This modern facility, located around Asakusa, offers a versatile indoor pool. It contains a 25 m lap pool, lazy‑river style flowing pool, water slide, jacuzzi, and toddler pool. This variation of pools allows for a broad range of visitors to enjoy the facility, from serious swimmers to families with children. Sumida City Gymnasium is open all year, with general admission being between ¥550–600 per two hours for adults, with discounted prices for children and students. This facility’s website can also be viewed for those seeking additional information.
All three of these facilities offer a great range of enjoyment for any type of swimmer. Aqua Field is excellent for those looking to enjoy a refreshing outdoor activity during the summer months, while Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium and Sumida City Gymnasium offer indoor, year-round options for swimmers. It is important to note and highly recommended that those with visible tattoos must have them covered at all times. It is also worth noting that swimmers should bring their own cap, towel, and change of clothes!
