Tokyo Skytree, locally known as Tokyo Sukaitsuri (東京スカイツリ), was once the tallest structure in the world after Burj Khalifa, and remains the world's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower. Standing at 634 metres, you can get a panoramic view of Tokyo. It overtook the Canton Tower in Guangzhou, China, in March 2011. It remains the tallest tower in Japan.
Tokyo Skytree also acts as a broadcasting and observation tower. It is the main broadcast site for television and radio for the Kanto region.
Its design resembles a five-storey pagoda, reminiscent of historical Japan.
Where Is Tokyo Skytree?
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It is located in Sumida, Tokyo. The address is 1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan.
Take the TOBU Skytree Line from Kita-Senju Station to Tokyo Skytree Station. You can also take the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line from Ueno Station to Asakusa station, a 5-minute journey, then transfer to the TOBU Skytree Line to reach Tokyo Skytree Station.
You can also take the non-stop Skytree Shuttle, which drops you in front of the tower.
What Time Does It Open?
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It opens at 9 am and closes at 10 pm. Last admission is at 9 pm. On weekdays it opens at 10 am.
Grab Your Tickets!
There are two types of tickets: regular tickets for locals and the Fast Skytree Ticket for international visitors. Both require no prior reservation, but the Fast Skytree Ticket grants express entry. Its price does not change on holidays or weekends, unlike the regular ticket, where the price differs on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Regular tickets are split into the Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck and the Tokyo Skytree Tembo Galleria, also available as a combo ticket.
Prices vary by age. For example, on weekdays the Combo Deck ticket price varies by age group. For more information, check Tokyo Skytree's website.
Places To Eat Around Tokyo Skytree
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There are many restaurants in and around Tokyo Skytree. If the in-house options are too costly, try one of these:
The Alley. Located in Town Solamachi, a few minutes from Tokyo Skytree, you can get their famous bubble tea. Try their trademark drink, the Royal No.9 Milk Tea.
Jasmine Thai. A restaurant in Sumida City offering authentic Thai cuisine, including noodles, soups, and rice dishes.
Tamahide Ichino. This restaurant serves oyakodon, a rice bowl using chicken meat and eggs, topped with sauce and broth.
Things To Do At Tokyo Skytree
You likely have a list of things you plan on doing in Tokyo. You can add these:
Walk along the nearby Sumida River or take the Sumida River Cruise. The river flows through central Tokyo on the northeast side and offers a glimpse of nearby attractions and Tokyo Skytree. It is famous for the Sakura Illuminations from March to April.
Shop for souvenirs at the Tokyo Skytree Mall. You will find Skytree-inspired stationery, mementos, sweets, candies, and alcoholic beverages.
Enjoy a drink at the Skytree Cafe, located on the observation levels. It serves snacks, coffee, tea, and soft drinks.
Visit Kamimura restaurant, near Tokyo Skytree, famous for its soba noodles and Skytree-inspired tempura. The tempura is a rice bowl topped with crispy prawns.
Explore the Tree Village, a center of TV memorabilia featuring anime such as Doraemon, Crayon Shinchan, and Dragon Ball Z. You can buy merchandise like T-shirts and toys.
Tokyo Skytree is a piece of concrete art that needs to be witnessed firsthand. Book a flight, pack your bags, and marvel at its beauty.
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