Tokyo Tower 東京タワー
Visiting Tokyo Tower today
- What it is: The 333 m broadcasting and observation tower, opened in 1958, with a Main Deck at 150 m and a Top Deck at 250 m.
- Getting there: Akabanebashi Station (Oedo Line) is 5 minutes' walk, Onarimon (Mita Line) 6 minutes, and JR Hamamatsucho about 15 minutes.
- Hours: Main Deck 9:00–23:00 (last entry 22:30). Top Deck Tours 9:00–22:45 (last tour 22:15).
- Admission: Main Deck ¥1,500 for adults. Top Deck Tour ¥3,300 online or ¥3,500 at the counter.
- Tip: On weekends and holidays you can climb the outdoor stairs to the Main Deck from 9:00 to 16:00, weather permitting.
Best timeGood any time of yearOpen all year; best on a clear day or after dark
Checked against: Fees, business hours | Tokyo Tower (official) · Access | Tokyo Tower (official). Check opening times and prices before you go.
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