At 634 meters high, the iconic Tokyo Skytree near Asakusa offers fabulous panoramic views of surrounding Tokyo. You’ll have to decide if the entrance fee is worth it.
Tokyo Skytree - image © Florentyna Leow
The Tokyo Skytree is a television broadcasting tower; but it’s also one of the city’s main landmarks and tourist attractions. At 634 meters tall, it’s the tallest structure in Japan. It’s impossible to miss the Skytree while walking around in nearby Asakusa - it seems to loom up at you between every other street.
Tokyo Skytree - image © Florentyna Leow
The entry fee to the dizzyingly high two observation decks at 350 and 450 meters is, predictably, not cheap. You’ll have to decide if the 360 panoramic view is really worth your time. Bear in mind that you can’t see the Skytree while you’re standing on it - but you’ll see everything else in Tokyo, including Mt. Fuji on a clear day. It’s also a good place to watch firework displays during summer.
Tokyo Skytree - image © Florentyna Leow
Alternatively, you could take photos of the Skytree instead. Some excellent spots to photograph the Skytree include the higher floors of the Bunkyo Civic Center, the Sky Room lounge in the Asahi Building, and the 24th floor of Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo.
Besides stunning views, the Skytree also offers plenty in the way of shopping and entertainment for the casual visitor. It also has the Skytree Round Theatre, which hosts performances by the iconic Takarazuka Revue from time to time.
For more information, see our comprehensive Tokyo Skytree guide.
English name:
Tokyo Skytree
Japanese name:
東京スカイツリー
English address:
1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, 131-0045
Japanese address:
〒131-0045 東京都墨田区押上1-1-2
Opening hours:
8am-10pm (last entry 9pm)
Admission: (Fast Skytree Ticket, Floor 350+450):
12 years old and over: 4000
4-11 years old: 2000
Nearest Transport:
Train: Directly connected to Tokyo Skytree Station on the Tobu Isesaki line (Tobu Skytree Line).
Subway: Directly connected to Oshiage
Nearest Hotels:
:: Check availability and pricing for hotels near Tokyo Skytree on Booking.com or Agoda.com.
Telephone:
+81-3-5302-3470
Website:
Official Website (English)
Near To Here:
Tokyo Skytree is located in Tokyo's Asakusa and Ryogoto district. See our complete list of things to do in Asakusa and Ryogoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
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