Tokyo Tower is a communications and observation tower located in the Shiba-Koen district of Minato, Tokyo, Japan. It is an iconic symbol of Tokyo and provides panoramic views of the city.
Tokyo Tower stands at 333 meters (1,092 feet) tall, making it the second-tallest structure in Japan when it was completed in 1958.
The design of Tokyo Tower was inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris. However, Tokyo Tower is painted white and international orange to comply with air safety regulations.
Visitors to Tokyo Tower can enjoy two observation decks with stunning views, a variety of shops and restaurants, and attractions such as the One Piece Tower theme park.
Yes, Tokyo Tower continues to be used for radio and television broadcasting. However, since the completion of the taller Tokyo Skytree in 2012, its role has diminished.
Traveler reviews
A must-see and one of Tokyo’s most iconic landmarks. The tower offers fantastic views of the city and is especially beautiful when illuminated at night. Its distinctive red-and-white design gives it a classic charm that sets it apart from Tokyo’s modern skyline. The surrounding area is pleasant to explore, and the observation decks provide excellent photo opportunities. Whether you’re visiting for the views, the atmosphere, or simply to see a symbol of Tokyo, Tokyo Tower is a memorable experience and a highlight of any trip to the city. 🗼✨
The Tokyo Tower is an incredible place to visit in Tokyo. The views from the observation deck are absolutely stunning, especially at sunset when the city lights begin to appear. The tower itself is beautiful and very iconic, giving you a great perspective of the city and landmarks like Tokyo Bay and the surrounding skyline.
The experience is well organized, the elevators are fast, and the staff are very friendly. There are also interesting exhibits and souvenir shops that make the visit even more enjoyable. If you are visiting Tokyo, Tokyo Tower is definitely a must-see attraction and a perfect place to take amazing photos and appreciate the scale and beauty of the city.
As we arrived at Tokyo Tower aka (Japan Radio Tower) in the district of Shiba-koen in Minato, the smell of pumpkin spice emanating from a coffee vendor, Christmas songs in their original English language, and twinkling displays overwhelmed our senses. It was a pleasant surprise and made us feel at home for the holiday season. Once inside, girls clad in pink outfits reminiscent of 1960s stewardesses pointed the way to the elevators. The operator packed us in tight, and we rocketed into the clouds to the viewing deck. Dressed in a bellhop uniform, he gave a brief speech about the history of the iconic structure. Although we did not understand what he was saying, his quirky mannerisms and squeaky voice brought Pee Wee Herman to mind. We gave him a respectful bow as we exited, appreciating his energetic enthusiasm, which made us smile. Festive music played as a glass-enclosed floor with a spectacular 360-degree view of Tokyo lay before us. It was like an ever-changing work of art with thousands of colorful buildings of every size, shape, and height stretching into the dark horizon. Streaks of red taillights glistened off the wet pavement in the maze of streets. Flashing video billboards several stories high featured strange products with unusual names. As the storm disapated, revealing an endless blanket of stars, each moment passed with ephemeral grace, reminding us of how small we were…in the universe.
It was my first time to Tokyo Tower. I have been to Tokyo Skytree and Shibuya Sky as well.
Tokyo Tower is located near the Roppongi nightlife district. There is a cool temple near Tokyo Tower too.
The base floor doesn't have as many shops as Skytree, but still has plenty.
The café on the main deck isn't worth a visit.
I paid $30 CAD for that upper deck tickets. You have to go through a couple of tight queues before going up there. They give you a free small souvenir photo.
As with all observatories, you'll want to go on a clear day. The upper deck is a fairly tight area so I doubt you'd spend more than 10 to 30 minutes up there. You can go higher in the Skytree, and Shibuya Sky has a large outdoor roof area.
Overall, I enjoyed Tokyo Tower.
Iconic landmark that did not disappoint. Nice option the stair climb in open air instead of elevator. We could enjoy the view peacefully as it wasn’t overly busy like the sky tower. We found that the jump in price to go to the highest level was worth it. My wife and I preferred this iconic tower and the feel of the experience to the newer, more modern, and taller sky tree.
