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Time Out says

Tickets are now available via out affiliate partner Klook.

The resemblance to the Eiffel Tower is deliberate, as is the superior height – it is 13m taller than the Parisian structure. Back in 1958, when it was built, it must have been impressive.

Nowadays, though, constructions such as the Mori Tower, Shinjuku’s Tocho or Tokyo Sky Tree offer impressive city views as well. But with the opening of Tokyo Tower's top deck in spring 2018, the capital's landmark is back in the race for the most stunning views.

The observatory is laid out in a futuristic design with mirror walls, providing excellent Instagram-worthy shots. As the city's most recognisable structure, it's also the most striking attraction when viewed at night from any of the other observation decks.

Details

Address:
4-2-8 Shiba-Koen, Minato-ku
Tokyo
Transport:
Kamiyacho Station (Hibiya line), exit 1 or Onarimon Station (Mita line), exit A1 or Akabanebashi Station (Oedo line), Akabanebashi exit.
Price:
Main deck/top deck tour ¥1,200/¥3,000 (adv ¥2,800), high school students ¥1,000/¥2,800 (adv ¥2,600), junior high and primary school students ¥700/¥2,000 (adv ¥1,800), children aged four or above ¥500/¥1,400 (adv ¥1,200)
Opening hours:
Hours vary by month, check website for details

What’s on

Tokyo Tower Annual Spring Event: 333 Koinobori

The colourful Children’s Day koinobori carp streamers are an annual sight at Tokyo Tower, and this year you can see them at the main entrance from March 20 through Golden Week until May 6. There are 333 streamers set-up here, signifying the 333m height of the iconic tower.  Among the 333 streamers, there's one that's not a carp – see if you can spot the sanma (pacific saury) nobori. This unique inclusion is Tokyo Tower's way of sending hope to the region affected by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake. As this display is held right outside the tower on the ground level, you don't need a ticket to see this joyous sight.  

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