At 332.9 metres, the Tokyo Tower is the second-tallest structure in Japan. The tower was built in 1958 and has been visited by over 150 million people to date. The tower’s main sources of revenue are tourism and antenna leasing. There are two observation platforms – one at 150 m and the other at 250 m.
The tower is a lattice tower similar to the Eiffel Tower and is painted white and international orange to comply with air safety regulations. The lighting that illuminates the tower at night changes by season and for important events. Directly under the tower there is a 4-storey building called Foot Town that houses a wax museum, an aquarium, souvenir shops, and restaurants.
Getting There: The closest subway stations to Tokyo Tower are Onarimon Station on the Mita Subway Line, Akabanebashi Station on the Oedo Subway Line and Kamiyacho on the Hibiya Subway Line, which are all about a 5-10 minute walk from the tower. Alternatively, you can reach the tower in about a 15-20 minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station on the JR Yamanote Line or Daimon Station on the Asakusa or Oedo subway lines.
Admission Fee:
- 1500 yen (main deck only)
- 3500 yen (both decks, 3300 yen if purchased in advance)
- 7000 yen (Diamond Tour; also includes access to a lounge on the first floor) 1500 yen (main deck only)
Opening Hours: 9:00 to 23:00 (entry until 22:30)
Importance Rating: 8/10.
Busyness Rating: 7/10.
Top Tips:
- Neighboring Zojoji Temple and Shiba Park
- The Shiba Palace Garden
