Attraction
Senso-ji
Tokyo's oldest and most visited Buddhist temple, reached through the Kaminarimon gate and the shop-lined Nakamise approach in historic Asakusa.
Tokyo Skytree
At 634 metres, Japan's tallest tower, with observation decks at 350 and 450 metres offering sweeping views across Tokyo and, on clear days, Mount Fuji.
At a glance
- Type
- Observation tower
- Area
- Oshiage, Tokyo, Japan
- Official site
- en.tokyo-skytree.jp
Good to know
- Two observation decks
- Online advance tickets
- Shopping complex at base
Why we recommend it
Tokyo Skytree opened in 2012 and, at 634 metres, is Japan's tallest tower and the region's main broadcast mast. Two observation levels sit high above the city: the Tembo Deck at 350 metres and the Tembo Galleria at 450 metres, a sloping glass corridor that spirals up towards the top. On clear days the view runs from the Sumida River and Asakusa to the distant mountains, and sometimes Mount Fuji.
Tickets start from 1,800 yen for the 350-metre deck and 3,000 yen for the combination ticket, with prices varying by date, and buying in advance online is cheaper than at the counter, where a same-day fee applies. Winter mornings tend to give the clearest skies, while sunset is the busiest slot. The tower rises above Tokyo Skytree Town and Oshiage Station, and is a pleasant walk from Asakusa across the river.
Tokyo Skytree FAQs
How much are tickets?
From 1,800 yen for the Tembo Deck and from 3,000 yen for the combined two-deck ticket for adults; prices vary by date.
Is it cheaper to book ahead?
Yes, advance purchases online or at convenience stores avoid the 500 yen same-day fee charged at the tower.