Tokyo Skytree
📍 Japan Tokyo 오시아게
Tokyo Skytree is a signature observation spot on Tokyo's eastern skyline. From the Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria, you can look out over the city center, the Sumida River, and, on clear days, toward Mount Fuji.
You can leave after just the observation decks, but pairing them with Tokyo Solamachi below and Sumida Aquarium makes it a half-day route. The time around sunset is popular, so it's safer to check tickets and entry times ahead of time.
Visitor information
| Hours | See the official information. |
|---|---|
| Admission | See the official information. |
| Address | 도쿄도 스미다구 오시아게 1-1-2 |
| Getting there | Directly connected to Tokyo Skytree Station on the Tobu Skytree Line or Oshiage Station on the other lines |
Opening hours and prices may change. Please check the official channel before visiting when an item says to check the official notice.
Useful tips
- If you're aiming for around sunset, you can catch the daytime view and night view in one visit, which makes it especially satisfying.
- Moving along the Sumida River from Asakusa makes it easy to pair with Senso-ji Temple on the same day.
- When I matched up the timetable, the bigger issue when seeing it with Asakusa was controlling entry time rather than transit. Since the official guidance mentions sunset and both observation areas, if the view is your priority, check the weather and ticket range together.
Frequently asked questions
Can you go up with just a same-day ticket?
Some days you can, but crowding by time slot and ticket availability vary. If the observation decks are central to your itinerary, check official ticketing and operating information first.
Is there only one observation deck?
Tokyo's official tourism site lists two observation areas: Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria. According to the official information, Tembo Deck is at 350m and Tembo Galleria is at 450m, so it's worth checking in advance which ticket range you want to cover.