This statue is a replica of the smaller bronze version of the Statue of Liberty that stands on Île aux Cygnes in Paris.
The statue was granted special permission by the French government to be cast from the original mold.
During its temporary exhibition in 1998, it was nicknamed the 'Odaiba Statue of Liberty' by local residents, a name that became official upon its permanent return.
The statue is oriented to look out over the water toward the Rainbow Bridge, creating a deliberate visual alignment for photography.
Unlike the New York original which is made of copper sheeting over a steel frame, this replica is cast entirely in bronze.
The Odaiba Statue of Liberty is a bronze replica of the original monument in New York, standing 12.25 meters tall and weighing approximately 9 tons. It was originally installed as a temporary installation in 1998 to celebrate the 'Year of France in Japan' before being permanently erected in 2000. Located on the Odaiba waterfront, it faces Tokyo Bay, the Rainbow Bridge, and the Tokyo skyline. The statue is positioned on a stone pedestal within the Seaside Park grounds. It serves as a central visual landmark for the Odaiba shopping and entertainment district. The sculpture was cast in France and is officially recognized by the City of Paris. It remains one of the most photographed icons in the Tokyo waterfront area.
From the pedestrian walkway slightly to the side, allowing you to frame the statue with the Rainbow Bridge and the skyline behind it.
Visit during the evening when the Rainbow Bridge is illuminated to capture the statue with the city lights in the background.
Combine your visit with a walk along the Odaiba Seaside Park boardwalk for views of the bay.
The area can be extremely windy due to its coastal location; bring an extra layer if visiting in cooler months.
Do not mistake this for a museum exhibition; it is an outdoor public monument and requires no tickets or entrance queues.
