Tanashi Tower Travel Guide
Free Guide: A landmark telecommunications tower in Nishitokyo, illuminating the skyline with weather-predicting colors, though without a public observatory.
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A landmark telecommunications tower in Nishitokyo, illuminating the skyline with weather-predicting colors, though without a public observatory.
Tanashi Tower, also known as Sky Tower West Tokyo, is a 195-meter communications tower built in the 1980s in Nishitokyo. While not open to the public for panoramic views like other towers, it's a prominent feature of the city's skyline, especially when illuminated at night.
Opening hours
- Mon8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Tue8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Wed8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Thu8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Fri8:30 am–5:30 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.
- Address
- 5 Chome-8-2 Shibakubocho, Nishitokyo, Tokyo 188-0014
- Phone
- Website
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Overview
Tanashi Tower, or Sky Tower West Tokyo, is a telecommunications tower that rises 195 meters above Nishitokyo. Built in the 1980s, the tower addresses radio wave shadow areas caused by expanding wireless networks and increasing high-rise buildings.While it primarily functions as a communications hub transmitting 3G, 4G, 5G, amateur radio, and FM radio waves, it has become a recognizable landmark in the area. Unlike other famous towers in Tokyo, Tanashi Tower does not have a public observatory. However, the tower's illumination at night adds character to the city. The tower's colors even change according to the weather forecast for the following day: purple for clear, green for cloudy, and blue for rain.Although not a typical tourist destination with observation decks, Tanashi Tower can be appreciated as a unique feature of Nishitokyo's urban landscape. The area surrounding the tower offers a glimpse into local culture with shops and eateries.
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