Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree – Tokyo's giant, between the future and tradition
by Simone Ottuzzi - Omotenashi Anime
Description
• Height: 634 m → Japan's tallest tower, second tallest structure in the world after the Burj Khalifa.
• Completed: 2012, engineered to withstand earthquakes (a system inspired by traditional pagodas).
• Design: evokes a katana blade and the curves of traditional columns.
• The number "634" is a nod to the old Musashi province.
Observation decks
• Tembo Deck (350 m): 360° views, with Mount Fuji visible on clear days.
• Tembo Galleria (450 m): a transparent, spiral-shaped panoramic tunnel — a "walking in the sky" experience.
Amenities
• Tokyo Solamachi: a shopping mall with shops, restaurants, cafés and a planetarium.
• Nighttime views with changing illuminations: iki blue (refinement), miyabi purple (elegance), plus special projections.
Practical info
• Address: 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo
• Metro: Tokyo Skytree Station (Tobu Line), Oshiage Station (Hanzomon/Asakusa Line)
• Hours: 10:00 AM–9:00 PM (may vary)
• Tickets: paid admission with different rates for each observation deck, online discounts available
Summary
Tokyo Skytree is more than just a panoramic tower — it's a symbol of Japanese innovation, blending advanced engineering, aesthetic sensibility and a unique experience combining views, shopping and culture.
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