Tokyo Tower is an iconic landmark in the city of Tokyo. Located at 333 meters, it was once one of Japan’s tallest buildings and still offers a stunning view over the capital city. At its top is an observation deck that has been attracting tourists since 1958.
The tower was built to commemorate Japanese sovereignty after World War II and stands as a symbol of pride for all Japanese citizens today. From the observatory you can get panoramic views that stretch from Tokyo Bay up to Mount Fuji on clear days – there are even telescopes available so visitors can zoom in closer on certain points!
The two main floors offer different experiences: Main Deck (150m) provides more general sights while Special Observatory (250m) gives exclusive access into some restricted areas only accessible through this level.
There are plenty of shops located inside selling souvenirs along with restaurants where you can have dinner whilst admiring breathtaking views right outside your window!
It’s also possible to purchase tickets online before heading there so that entry queues don’t waste any of your precious time that could be spent enjoying the views.
Panoramic view of Tokyo Tower | Tokyo Tower Observation Deck | Foot Town |
Tokyo Tower illuminated at dusk (Part 1) | Tokyo Tower illuminated at dusk (Part 2) | Tokyo Tower illuminated at dusk (Part 3) |
Tokyo Tower illuminated at night (Part 1) | Tokyo Tower at night (Part 2) | Tokyo Tower illuminated at night (Part 3) |
Food court(2F) | Souvenir shop (Tokyo Souvenir Taun) (2F) | Tokyo Tower Aquarium (1F) |
Kids Plaza Noppon Land(3F) | Deaf Doll Museum(3F) | Space Wax(3F) |
Spot Name | TOKYO TOWER |
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Address | 4-2-8 Shiba Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo |
Purpose of use | Radio tower, observatory |
Access | Akabanebashi Station/Akabanebashi Exit (Oedo Line) 5 min. walk Onarimon Station/A1 (Mita Line) 6 min. walkKamiyacho Station/1 (Hibiya Line) 7 min. walk |
Admission Fee | Adults (high school students and older): 820 yen for the Main Observatory, 600 yen for the Special Observatory Children (elementary and junior high school students): 460 yen for the Main Observatory, 400 yen for the Special ObservatoryInfants (4 years old and up): Main Observatory: 310 yen, Special Observatory: 350 yen |
Adjacent Spots | Tokyo Tower Aquarium, TOKIO333 (souvenir shop) |
Nearby Sightseeing Spots | Shiba Park |
Official site | http://www.tokyotower.co.jp/ |
Tokyo Tower Observation Deck
The observation deck of Tokyo Tower in Minato-ku, Tokyo, offers views on three floors: the first floor of the Main Observatory (145 meters), the second floor of the Main Observatory (150 meters), and the Special Observatory (250 meters).
You can see the Rinkai subcenter to the east, Roppongi Hills to the west, Tokyo Bay and Tokyo International Airport to the south, and Tokyo Sky Tree to the north.
While there are many newer and higher observation decks in Tokyo, there is something nostalgic about visiting the Original Tokyo Tower.
Facility Name | (Tokyo Tower) 東京タワー |
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Facility Address | 4-2-8, Shiba Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo |
Official Site | Tokyo Tower |
Main Observatory 1st floor (145m) | Rental Scope Booth | Look Down Window |
Tokyo Sky Tree | View from the 2nd floor of the Main Observatory (150m) | Panoramic view of the Tokyo waterfront subcenter including Fuji TV and Rainbow Bridge |
Tokyo Tower | Tokyo Tower (angle from below) | Tokyo Tower seen from Roppongi Hills Tokyo City View |