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Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower is a landmark in Tokyo, Japan, and a world-renowned observation tower. Completed in 1958, it stands at a height of 333 meters (1,092 feet) and was once the tallest self-supporting tower in Asia. Today, it remains one of Tokyo’s iconic symbols.
Inspired by the design of the Eiffel Tower in France, Tokyo Tower is characterized by its striking red and white steel structure. At night, it is illuminated, creating a mesmerizing night view and serving as a beacon in the city. The tower serves not only as a communication tower but also as an ideal destination for visitors and residents to enjoy panoramic views of Tokyo’s urban landscape.
Tokyo Tower boasts two main observation decks located at heights of 150 meters and 250 meters, accessible by elevators. From these observation decks, visitors can overlook Tokyo’s cityscape, Tokyo Bay, surrounding mountains, and, on clear days, even catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji. The nighttime view, in particular, with the city’s lights shimmering, is an unforgettable experience.
In addition to being a popular tourist attraction, Tokyo Tower houses various theme pavilions, museums, restaurants, and shopping outlets, offering a diverse range of entertainment and cultural experiences. Furthermore, it plays a crucial role in communication, transmitting television and radio signals across the city.
In summary, Tokyo Tower is a source of pride for Tokyo, representing the city’s modernity and unique culture. It provides visitors with unforgettable travel experiences and opportunities to appreciate the city’s scenery and cultural charm. This tower, not only a marvel of engineering, but also a symbol of Tokyo, promises a memorable journey through Japan.
Access
By Car
The best way to visit Tokyo Tower is to use private transport / sightseeing taxi in Okinawa. KingTai Travel has lots of sightseeing taxi in Okinawa with afforable price.
By Train
The entrance to the Tokyo Skytree is on the 4th floor of Tokyo Skytree Town, which spans the area between Tokyo Skytree Station (formerly known as Narihirabashi Station) on the Tobu Isesaki Line, and Oshiage Station on the Asakusa Subway Line, Hanzomon Subway Line and Keisei Oshiage Line. Alternatively, it is a 20 minute walk across the Sumida River from Asakusa.
Tokyo Skytree can also be reached by direct buses from Tokyo Station (30 minutes, 520 yen one way, 2 buses/hour), Ueno Station (30 minutes, 220 yen, 4 buses/hour), Tokyo Disney Resort (45-55 minutes, 720 yen, 1 bus/hour) and Haneda Airport (50-70 minutes, 920 yen, 1 bus/hour).
HOURS & FEES
Opening hours : 09:00—22:30
Admission fee:
First observatory: 2060 yen
Second observatory: additional 1030 yen
(an additional 40-740 yen is charged for time-specific advance reservations)
For foreign tourists only:
Fast Skytree Single Ticket (first observatory): 3000 yen
Fast Skytree Combo Ticket (first and second observatories): 4000 yen
