Tokyo Tower, Tokyo

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Constructed in 1958, Tokyo Tower soars 333 meters, 13 meters higher than the Eiffel Tower. There are two observatories from which to get panoramic views of Tokyo, and Mount Fuji on a clear day. The Main Observatory is 150 meters high, the Special Observatory, 250 meters high. The tower is lit by 164 floodlights: orange in winter, and incandescent white in summer. Inside the tower, you will also find the Tokyo Tower Wax Museum, the Mysterious Walking Zone and the Trick Art Gallery.

Tokyo Tower stand at 333 meters tall and is the world’s tallest freestanding iron structure. It is taller than the Eiffel Tower by 13m. The observation floors are at the height of 150m and 250m. On a clear day, you can get a good view of Mount Fuji.

Tokyo Tower was built in 1958 to carry television transmissions. It now broadcast all Tokyo’s channels as well as FM radio stations.

The Tokyo Tower also house an aquarium at the first floor. On the fourth floor is the Trick Art Gallery where special paints are used to create 3D pictures. There is a wak museum and Hologram exhibition at the third level.

Tokyo tower opens daily from 9am to 10pm. The entrance fee is 800Y. Nearest stations are Kamiyacho and Onarimon Stations.

Yes, almost like the Eiffel Tower --- except it's 13 meters taller!!! The Tokyo Tower is 333 meters tall! Visit here and you can see a great view of Tokyo! You might even see Mt. Fuji! If you come with an organized tour group, you can go to the front of the line, which is very nice on a hot day! There are souvenir shops and a food court on the 2nd floor which even has a McDonald's!

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When I stood at the visitors-terrace, I did not realise, that the Tokyo-Tower with it's 333meters is by 13m higher than the famous Eiffel-Tower of Paris!
The view over Tokyo, the Ginza- and Roppongi-areas are smashing. Opposite the tower there is a shrine, a temple and a cemetery. At the observatory you`ll find some souvenir-shops, a restaurant and even a small temple!

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As we stayed at Tokyo Prince Hotel, we are just behind the famous TOKYO TOWER with a height of 333 metres. Our rooms had breathaking views day and night of the tower.

Of course it is still a must to go and see inside the humongous structure! We paid just 1400 yen for our family of four up to the special observatory section which is about 250 metres high. Visitors can go up to 150 metres which give 360 views around the city and on a clear day view Mt. Fuji from a distance as well!

It was still a bit foggy in some parts of the city but sunny in most so we were lucky in a way as we breezed our way to the top up to 250 metres.

Get a brochure which gives a guide on what attractions to look out for at the south, north, west or east of the tower!

Aide from the good souvenir shop where we got mementoes like magnets, key chains, shirts, etc. there is also an aquarium, wax museum, and an amusement center for the kids and kids at heart.

No worries, remember there are also a wide variety of eateries and fast food shops and restaurants to choose from! They cater to all sorts of budget too and there is even a family variety mini supermarket! Don't forget to pass by the little specialty shops manned by friendly old Japanese ladies who will meticulously wrap each item you buy in dainty shiny colourful wrapping papers! That is the bonus!

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We decided to go to Tokyo at the last minute. So, my sisters and I caught a train from Tsuchuira to Tokyo. Once we got there, we visited two shrines fist and got to the Tokyo Tower. At 3:00 pm, the line was so long for the ticketing office. We were told that the wait is about an hour and a half! So, we decided to wait anyway. I was thinking, it will be good to wait since by the time that we get out fromt the tower, the lights will be out and we can take some pictures of the illuminated Tokyo Tower!

My sister was impatients so I sent her to buy some ice cream. We enjoyed waiting after that while we were eating. There were kids behind us and they were playing with their grandmother. It was good to listen to them and watching them.

The children kept watching me because my sister and me have braces on our teeth!

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600 Yen to get to the lower platform, with additional 600 yen you may go to the higher one. However, the view wont be much different.

Honestly, it is not that impressive compared to panorama view sites in cities like New York, Chicago, Toronto, Las Vegas, London, Paris..., it carries a special meaning for lovers. Some say the tower will bless couple a life long love.

Make sure you have a day out here. There are two levels to Tokyo Tower, one at 150m which has gift shops and the such, and one at 250 which costs a little extra but well worth the view on a clear day (when you can see Mt Fuji. At the bottom level there is a food court, souvinear shops and other little places to visit like the aquarium and the visual illusion gallery.