Tokyo Tower Top Deck — Attraction in Tokyo

Although the view from the top is nice the experience itself is pretty bad, especially for non-Japanese speakers. The first floor is nice, but after waiting for the next one you are given a radio to listen to some explanation... two people get one tape that have one earing. One needs to listen one needs to read. In the background one one is explaining in Japanese and with a microphone, so it is really hard to listen to the tape... it's like this in every section.

Second floor is only for taking a picture (that costs money of course) and if you don't want to you still need to wait for the next level... the observation deck is blocked for you if you are not taking a photo...

Next level is the main attraction. They do try to keep it not crowded and it has a nice view. But the cost difference (1,200¥ to 3,000¥) does not worth it just to go up.

And of course, to go down, you need to...

The Diamond Tour was fantastic. The hosts were very gracious and accommodating. The character performances were silly (in my own cultural thinking), but I appreciate that they were so enthusiastic and broke the ice. All of the staff were so friendly and kind. The diamond tour lounge on the first floor had a coffee machine and small cookies, and the view from the very top was unbeatable. Especially gorgeous at sunset. A little pricey, but a special, fun, and...

We went on a not busy day, so a portion of the tour was a little awkward due to the amount of staff standing and watching you finish a beverage they offer before continuing onward. Other than that the views are phenomenal, The tower itself is gorgeous, and the staff are super friendly. I recommend going at night for the view of the city lights! P.S. the best part is...