Spending NYE 2025 in Tokyo? Who could blame you with the excellent food, nightlife, and parties all around town. Here are some suggestions if you still need recommendations for how to ring in the new year.

Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo Fabulous Countdown Party 2024-2025: Ring in the New Year at Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo. Join their Countdown Party at Loft, Dec. 31, from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., featuring music, entertainment by the GOGO BOYS and Drag Queens, and a DJ set by fancyBOYS, delivering a stylish and authentic experience. Enjoy the countdown while taking in the stunning Shinjuku skyline from the rooftop on the top floor. Tickets are (¥5000) and are available online. 3 Chome-4-7 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan.

Countdown 2024 – 2025 at W XYZ BAR at Aloft Tokyo Ginza: Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable countdown party. With your favorite drink in hand and the beat of the music in the air, celebrate the arrival of the year 2025 at Aloft Tokyo Ginza. Party runs from noon on Dec. 1 to 3 a.m. on Jan 1. The cost to attend is ¥6,000 (tax included) for Visitors, ¥5,000 for Stay Guests (tax included). Drinks include Sparkling Wine, Red Wine, White Wine, Draft Beer, Highball, Gin & Tonic, Oolong Tea, Ginger Ale. Official website. 6 Chome-14-3 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan.

12/31 COUNTDOWN PARTY at THE LOUNGE – Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo: Join for a night of year-end celebration at THE LOUNGE located at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi. Enjoy free-flow Champagne, Toshikoshi Soba and live music to ring in 2025. Tickets are available online (¥ 30,000) with service and tax included. 1 Chome-2-1 Ōtemachi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0004, Japan.

NYE 2024 and Countdown Party at The Peninsula Tokyo: Say goodbye to 2024 and welcome the New Year in style at Peter, The Peninsula Tokyo’s grill restaurant perched on the hotel’s top floor. Enjoy views of the Tokyo skyline as you indulge in a luxurious six-course dinner, complemented by lively musical entertainment. +81 3 6270 2888. 1 Chome-8-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0006, Japan.

WOMB Presents New Year Countdown to 2025: Plenty of DJs are spinning at WOMB in Tokyo to ring in 2025. The main floor features Sven Väth, one of Germany’s most successful DJs, who recently received the prestigious BAMBI Award in the “Culture” category for his outstanding contributions to techno and German culture. Joining him is Hito, the Japanese female DJ who has built a stellar career performing at world-renowned festivals, such as Coachella, Movement, and EDC, as well as top clubs across the globe. Advance tickets are sold out, door tickets (¥5000) will go on sale at 1 a.m. after the countdown. Entry restrictions may be implemented depending on the level of crowding. 2-16 Maruyamacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0044, Japan.

WWW NEW YEAR PARTY 2024-25 ～蜿蜿長蛇～: WWW’s iconic New Year’s Party will once again take over all three floors of the venue this year. The countdown acts include ralph, ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U with a four-hour set, and eijin. With WWW approaching its 15th anniversary next year, this lineup brings together 31 acts ranging from authentic legends to emerging talents, blending alternative, pop, and experimental sounds to create a rich and groundbreaking musical wave. Tickets can be purchased online. 13-7 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 150-0042.

2025 New Year’s Eve Celebration at ANA InterContinental Tokyo: Ring in a brand new year at the MIXX Countdown party. Experience a New Year’s Eve party like no other with a lively DJ performance, a stylish countdown, and the inimitable Tokyo skyline up on the 36th floor. Tickets available online. 1 Chome-12-33 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0052, Japan.

About me: Hello my name is Carlos Hernandez and I am a writer and journalist with over 10 years of experience. I write the food and travel blog Carlos Eats (https://www.carloseats.com) and also contribute to several newspapers and magazines on numerous topics.