Tokyo Tower: A Symbol of Rebirth and Modernity

Getting There

• Public Transport

  From Tokyo Station, take the JR Yamanote Line or Keihin-Tohoku Line to Hamamatsucho Station. From there, it's about a 15-minute walk to Tokyo Tower. Alternatively, take the Toei Bus from Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit to the Tokyo Tower bus stop, followed by a short 2-minute walk. The train fare is between ¥90 and ¥220, and the bus fare is ¥220. Other subway options include taking the Oedo Line to Akabanebashi Station (5-minute walk), the Hibiya Line to Kamiyacho Station (7-minute walk), or the Mita Line to Onarimon Station (6-minute walk). Subway fares typically range from ¥170 to ¥200.

• Walking

  If you are in the vicinity of Hamamatsucho Station, follow the signs towards Tokyo Tower. The walk is approximately 15 minutes and offers a direct route with the World Trade Center building on your left. Cross the large intersection and continue straight, passing Zojoji Temple's main gate before reaching Tokyo Tower.

• Taxi

  From Tokyo Station, a taxi ride to Tokyo Tower typically takes around 15 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The estimated fare ranges from ¥2,200 to ¥2,600.

• Driving

  If driving, take the Metropolitan Expressway Inner Circular Route and exit at the Shiba Park exit, which is about 7 minutes from Tokyo Tower. Parking is available at the Tokyo Tower parking lot for ¥600 for the first hour and ¥300 for each additional 30 minutes. The parking lot is open from 9:00 to 23:00 (last entry at 22:30). Be aware that parking availability may be limited.