Tokyo Skytree 東京スカイツリー

Towering above the capital's skyline, Tokyo Skytree soars 634 meters high and gives incredible, panoramic views of Tokyo. On a clear day, you can't quite see infinity, but it's one of the few spots you can see Mt. Fuji from Tokyo.

Tokyo Skytree Station is accessible via the Tobu Skytree Line from Asakusa.

Getting off at Tokyo Skytree Station drops you right at Tokyo Skytree Town. You can also take the Asakusa, Hanzomon, or Keisei Oshiage lines to Oshiage Station. Alternatively, Tokyo Skytree is a 20-minute walk across the river from Asakusa.

For those who wish to ride to the top, the entrance and ticket counters are located on the 4th floor of Tokyo Skytree Town.

Since it opened in May 2012, Tokyo Skytree swiftly became a major symbol of Tokyo, visible from much of the city center. When it was completed, it was the tallest tower in the world and is still the tallest structure in Japan. Located within walking distance of Asakusa , you can easily combine a visit to both and experience the traditional and modern sides of Japanese architecture in one afternoon.

There are two decks open to the public. The Tembo Deck (350m) and Tembo Galleria (450m) offer jaw-dropping views from morning to night, when the city lights glitter like jewels below. Adrenaline junkies should try walking on the Tembo Deck's glass floor or the glass-walled Tembo Galleria to experience the illusion of levitating in mid-air.

No need to worry if you are afraid of heights, there are plenty of other interesting things to see around Tokyo Skytree Town. Explore Tokyo Solamachi's 300 shops and restaurants, many of which sell merchandise shaped like Tokyo Skytree. Make sure to visit the 4th and 5th floors, dedicated to Japan-related items, including green tea, chef's knives, and Hello Kitty.

You can chill out by the tanks of the Sumida Aquarium, travel to outer space in the Planetarium Tenku, or send a postcard with a special stamp with a picture of Tokyo Skytree and the date from the Postal Museum.