Tokyo Tower, Buzen Travel Guide

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Iconic Tokyo landmark offering panoramic city views, observation decks, shops, and restaurants in a vibrant atmosphere.

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Tokyo Tower, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, is a prominent symbol of Japan's post-war resurgence. Standing at 333 meters, it offers panoramic views of Tokyo from its observation decks and houses various attractions.

A brief summary to Tokyo Tower

4 Chome-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato City, 4 Chome Shibakoen, Tokyo, 105-0011, JP
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Monday 9 am-10:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am-10:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am-10:30 pm
Thursday 9 am-10:30 pm
Friday 9 am-10:30 pm
Saturday 9 am-10:30 pm
Sunday 9 am-10:30 pm

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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Tokyo Tower.

Visit on weekdays or in the late evening to avoid large crowds.
Purchase tickets online in advance to save time and guarantee admission, especially for the Top Deck tour.
Check the weather forecast before visiting to maximize visibility of landmarks like Mount Fuji.
Consider visiting at night to see the tower's illuminations and the city lights.
Take the stairs (open on weekends and holidays) for a unique experience and panoramic views as you ascend.

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Getting There

Public Transport

From Tokyo Station, take the JR Yamanote Line or Keihin-Tohoku Line to Hamamatsucho Station. From there, it's a 15-minute walk to Tokyo Tower. Alternatively, take the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line to Kasumigaseki Station, transfer to the Hibiya Line, and get off at Kamiyacho Station, followed by a 10-minute walk. A one-way train fare from Tokyo Station to Hamamatsucho Station is between ¥90 and ¥220. Subway fares are around ¥170-¥190.
Bus

Take the Toei Bus from Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit to the Tokyo Tower bus stop. The bus ride takes approximately 20 minutes and costs ¥220. A free shuttle bus also runs from Tokyo Station Marunouchi Exit to Tokyo Tower, via WATERS Takeshiba and Hinode Pier, taking about 38 minutes.
Taxi

A taxi from Tokyo Station to Tokyo Tower takes approximately 3 minutes and costs between ¥2,200 and ¥2,800.

Discover more about Tokyo Tower

Tokyo Tower, completed in 1958, is a symbol of Japan's recovery and modernization after World War II. Designed by architect Tachū Naitō, it was inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris but incorporates distinct Japanese elements. The tower stands 333 meters tall and was the tallest structure in Japan until the Tokyo Skytree was built in 2012.The tower's main sources of income are tourism and antenna leasing. It functions as a radio and television broadcasting antenna support structure and a popular tourist destination. Over 190 million people had visited the tower as of 2024.Visitors can ascend to two observation decks: the Main Deck at 150 meters and the Top Deck at 250 meters. Both decks offer stunning views of the city, including landmarks like the Tokyo Skytree and Mount Fuji on clear days. The lower floors of the tower house Foot Town, a four-story building with museums, restaurants, and shops.Tokyo Tower is painted in international orange and white to comply with air safety regulations. The tower is repainted every five years, a process that takes about a year to complete. The tower's lighting is often changed for special events, such as illuminating pink for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.