It is Japan's new landmark tower that became the world's tallest self-supporting radio tower on November 17, 2011. The height of 634 meters is the height decided to have the same pronunciation as the old name "Musashi" in Tokyo. It was high-rise to deliver various radio waves to all over Tokyo.
It seems that many traditional Japanese craft techniques were adopted for the construction method. The contents of the craft are displayed at the ticket office. It seems to be a very good disaster prevention structure.
It was built in the former cargo yard of Tobu Railway, but there is a reason for this location, and there was an intention to build a Japanese landmark around Asakusa and the Sumida River representing the Edo period, both countries and Fukagawa. There is also a purpose to revitalize this traditional downtown.
The observation deck located 350 meters above ground is very simple. Take the highest elevator in Japan and reach in 50 seconds. You can see Yokohama, Chiba, Saitama and Mt. Fuji, as well as throughout Tokyo. An animation that introduces Japan to the upper part of the glass window is regularly broadcasted by the projector, but it is disappointing that it is annoying because it is loud. I think the observation deck should always be quiet.
In addition, there is an observation deck called "Tenzo Corridor" at 450 meters above the ground. The view is the same as a general observation deck.
There is a glass floor on the 340 meter floor. I thought it was scary, but it was not that much because I could see the distinctive tower structure under my eyes.
There is a simple cafe on the observation deck. The menu seems mediocre. There also seems to be a restaurant.
In principle, the toilets are clean, but it seems dirty when there are many users.
It is barrier free...
Read moreWhat an experience! The Tokyo Skytree is a marvel of engineering. Stunning design (looks awesome at night time!).
You can buy a ticket to go up to the observation decks, of which there are two. The view from the Skytree is sublime. You can see the whole of Tokyo and at night time.....well it is truly a sight to behold. Best time to go is between 8pm - 9pm as the queues are very, very short (15 minutes or so to buy a ticket). During the daytime expect to wait to buy a ticket for a while
Overall, a must see landmark in Tokyo! There is even a Kirby Cafe at the base...
Read moreNot worth it due to large amount of people. Was there around 18:00. So nighttime view, which is indeed very beautiful. But one is basically standing longer in line than anything else. Long line to get to normal observation deck. Long long to get to Tempo Galleria. Very long line to get down again. Reflections during nighttime make the pictures also not that...
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