Standing 333 meters high in central Tokyo, Tokyo Tower (東京タワー) is the world's tallest, self-supported steel tower and 3 meters taller than its model, the Eiffel Tower. A symbol of Japan's post-war rebirth as a major economic power, Tokyo Tower was the country's tallest structure from its completion in 1958 until 2012 when it was surpassed by the Tokyo Skytree. In addition to being a popular tourist spot, Tokyo Tower serves as a broadcast antenna.
The tower's main deck at 150 meters is reached via elevator or a 600-step staircase (both paid). Thanks to the tower's central location, the observatory offers an interesting view of the city despite being only at a relatively moderate height. There are also some "lookdown windows" in the floor to stand on, a souvenir shop and a cafe.
A second set of elevators connect the main deck to the 250 meter high top deck, from where you can get a bird's eye view of Tokyo from high above the surrounding buildings. It is the third highest observation deck in Tokyo (after the two decks at the Tokyo Skytree). When visibility is good, visitors can see the Tokyo Skytree and Mount Fuji in the distance.
In the building at the base of the tower, known as the Foot Town, visitors can find a selection of shops and restaurants, as well as the Red Tokyo Tower e-sports entertainment complex. Spanning multiple floors, this complex offers various interactive games and e-sport activities. Admission tickets allow visitors to play any game during the ticket's validity period.
Getting there and around
The closest subway stations to Tokyo Tower are Onarimon Station on the Mita Subway Line, Akabanebashi Station on the Oedo Subway Line and Kamiyacho on the Hibiya Subway Line, which are all about a 5-10 minute walk from the tower. Alternatively, you can reach the tower in about a 15-20 minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station on the JR Yamanote Line or Daimon Station on the Asakusa or Oedo subway lines.
Hours and Fees
Tokyo Tower
Hours
9:00 to 23:00 (entry until 22:30)
Closed
No closing days
Admission
1500 yen (main deck only)
3500 yen (both decks, 3300 yen if purchased in advance)
7000 yen (Diamond Tour; also includes access to a lounge on the first floor) Buy ticket online
3500 yen (both decks, 3300 yen if purchased in advance)
7000 yen (Diamond Tour; also includes access to a lounge on the first floor) Buy ticket online
Red Tokyo Tower (entertainment complex)
Hours
Vary by day; typically 10:00 to 21:00
Closed
No closing days
Admission
The cost of tickets varies depending on the day:
3200-5400 yen (all-day)
2200-4400 yen (after 5pm)
2300 yen (1 hour) Buy ticket online
3200-5400 yen (all-day)
2200-4400 yen (after 5pm)
2300 yen (1 hour) Buy ticket online
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hanareView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
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Oyado Kien RyogokuView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
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WaketokuyamaAwarded One Star in 2025 - With a meticulous focus on allowing guests to enjoy seasonal ingredients at their peak, the menu changes approximately every two weeks. The signature dish, "Grilled Abalone with Seaweed Aroma," features thick slices of abalone generously coated in a rich liver sauce, offering an exquisite taste of the sea.View on JapanEatinerary -
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Fry-yaExquisite fried dishes crafted by a head chef with experience earning stars in both Switzerland and Japan. The remarkably light tonkatsu is a favorite not only among Japanese diners but also among visitors to Japan. With the theme of "small portions, many varieties," guests can enjoy sampling a wide selection of tonkatsu in smaller portions.View on JapanEatinerary -
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HikarimonoWith a prime location and quality that rivals high-end sushi restaurants, this restaurant maintains the goal of being a place for everyday dining. It offers a casual and relaxed atmosphere, free from stiffness or formality. The signature "Hikari-maki," featuring ingredients such as sardines, pickled plum, and bettarazuke (sweet pickled radish), boasts unique flavors that are especially popular among international visitors.View on JapanEatinerary -
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Daikanyama Issai KassaiThe owner, Shinji Odahara, boasts a 30-year career in Japanese cuisine and has the remarkable achievement of opening a Japanese restaurant in New York that earned a star. Guests can enjoy exquisite charcoal-grilled meat dishes and rice cooked in a clay pot, all within a modern interior with dim lighting that sparks adult curiosity.View on JapanEatinerary -
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SudachiYou can enjoy dishes that make the most of seasonal ingredients, transcending the traditional boundaries of Japanese cuisine. While rooted in the traditions of Japanese cooking, the menu features unique offerings such as dishes incorporating shark fin - rarely seen in Japanese cuisine - and sushi that reflects the chef's background in sushi restaurants. At the open kitchen counter, where the lively atmosphere comes alive, you can savor the culinary creations with all five senses.View on JapanEatinerary -
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Yakiniku OnukiThe restaurant is proud of its "Tare Yakiniku" (grilled meat with sauce), which is made from Japanese black beef that has inherited the "excellent sauce" from the main restaurant, and is so tender that it melts in your mouth.The beef tongue is also superb. The thickly cut beef tongue is very difficult to grill, so the waiter grills it and serves it to you. Enjoy a blissful moment with wine that pairs well with the meat.View on JapanEatinerary
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