[Tokyo Skytree Travel Guide] Enjoy One-of-a-Kind Views and Experiences You Can Only Have Here

Tokyo Skytree is a broadcasting tower that transmits TV and radio signals.
Tokyo Tower was built in 1958 in Shiba Park, Minato City, as a combined TV and FM radio broadcasting tower.
It was the tallest in the world when completed, but as more super-tall buildings went up nearby, Tokyo Tower’s height gradually became insufficient for signals to reach well.
To improve reception and expand the coverage area for the mobile digital TV service “One-Seg,” Tokyo Skytree was built in 2012.
Today, Tokyo Skytree transmits terrestrial digital broadcasts, while Tokyo Tower transmits signals as an FM broadcasting antenna.

Did you know that Tokyo Skytree is actually part of a district called Tokyo Skytree Town?
Tokyo Skytree Town is a community centered around three facilities: Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Solamachi,
and Tokyo Skytree East Tower, spanning a vast site of Approx. 3.69 hectares.
With the concept “Rising East,” it lets you experience Edo and Tokyo craftsmanship culture and the charm of the downtown atmosphere.
Along with commercial facilities, there are also plazas and gardens with greenery where you can enjoy seasonal scenery.
If you explore beyond just Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Solamachi, you may discover some unexpected hidden gems nearby.

Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Tower were both built as broadcasting towers.
These two spots are often compared as Tokyo’s new and old landmarks, so let’s take a look at how they differ.
First, in terms of height, Tokyo Skytree is nearly twice as tall.
From its observation floors, the clusters of skyscrapers below can look like miniatures.
At Tokyo Tower’s observation deck, there are many high-rises at similar height, so when it comes to sheer “height,” Tokyo Skytree clearly stands out.
Not only that—Tokyo Skytree also has more extensive shopping and cultural facilities.
If you want to feel Japan’s cutting-edge technology and enjoy a variety of experiences, Tokyo Skytree is the place to go.
While Tokyo Skytree may have the edge in function, many Japanese people still feel Tokyo Tower remains Tokyo’s true symbol.
Many also feel nostalgic about Tokyo Tower’s warm, atmospheric illuminated look, giving Tokyo Tower the advantage in terms of emotion and ambience.
Be sure to check out our article that thoroughly compares Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Tower.

At the Tembo Deck, which consists of Floor 340, Floor 345, and Floor 350, you can enjoy views from 350 meters above ground.
It features an open design with large 360-degree windows—over 5 meters tall—offering visibility from the base of the tower to as far as Approx. 70 km away.
On the glass floor, you can experience the thrill of looking down at the view 350 meters below your feet.
At SKYTREE ROUND THEATER (Skytree Round Theater), where the windows become a giant screen, you can enjoy a night-only event featuring powerful video screenings.
With facilities like the ticket counter for the Tembo Galleria, photo services, and a cafe, it’s a place where you can enjoy the 350-meter height in many different ways.

The Tembo Galleria, which extends from Floor 445 to Floor 450, is another must-see highlight.
As you walk along the tube-shaped glass corridor while taking in the view from 450 meters above ground, you’ll feel like you’re strolling in the sky.
Continue along the Tembo Galleria and you’ll arrive at Floor 450, home to the highest point, Sorakara Point.
At Sorakara Point, lighting and glass effects create a mysterious sense of openness, the roundness of the Earth, and a floating sensation.
Since light pours in from above, the observation corridor is also a great place to take bright, beautiful photos.

Tokyo Skytree is the only place where you can view Tokyo’s night scenery from 450 meters above ground.
The miniature-like skyscrapers, long stretches of elevated expressways, and the lights on bridges along the Sumida River create a truly breathtaking scene.
After enjoying the night view from inside Tokyo Skytree, take in the illuminated Tokyo Skytree from outside as well.
Colored with lighting inspired by “Iki,” “Miyabi,” and “Nobori,” Tokyo Skytree is stunningly beautiful.
If you want to enjoy Tokyo Skytree’s night views, be sure to also use the article below as a reference.

An aquarium located on the 5th and 6th floors of the West Yard in Tokyo Skytree Town.
Completely indoors, it uses a proprietary artificial seawater production system to create tanks that are comfortable for marine life and beautifully maintained.
With the keyword “The closer you get, the more you’ll love them,” you can see the creatures up close.
From penguins freely swimming in the open atrium pool spanning the 5th and 6th floors, to the “Tokyo Oosuiso (Tokyo Large Tank)” themed around the seas of Tokyo’s islands including the Ogasawara Islands, and “EdoRium,” which displays around 20 colorful varieties of goldfish, there are plenty of highlights that make it hard to believe you’re inside a building.

A planetarium located on the 7th floor of the East Yard in Tokyo Skytree Town.
With the concept of an “entertainment planetarium for adults,” Konica Minolta “Tenku”
screens a range of programs for adults, including healing shows with original aroma scents, collaborations with popular artists, and an R18 title shown only at night called “Otona Planetarium.”

A French restaurant on the 30th floor of Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi. From its two large window walls, you can enjoy beautiful views of Skytree, Tokyo Tower, and Tokyo Bay.
The menu features classic French cuisine made with high-quality ingredients such as French lobster. Another draw is the wine list, which always includes over 250 varieties.

A Japanese restaurant on the top floor of Solamachi, right next to Skytree.
By day, you’ll see Skytree standing tall and dignified; by night, the view turns magical. From inside, it feels close enough to reach out and touch.
Dishes made with fresh ingredients—such as crab shipped live from Hokkaido and duck prepared that morning—are especially popular.

A restaurant known for its views on the 31st floor of the large commercial complex Tokyo Solamachi, next to Tokyo Skytree.
You can relax and enjoy your meal while taking in the grand scenery from 150 meters above ground.
Tokyo Skytree spreads out in front of you, and you can see it from all 65 seats.
What’s more, the window-side seats feature bench seating, and with floor-to-ceiling glass, you can see all the way to the tip of Skytree.

A cute egg-shaped sweet.
Black sesame paste and black sesame bean paste are wrapped in castella sponge cake and coated with white chocolate.
“Tokyo Tamago Gomatamago,” available at Tokyo Solamachi Sora no Komachi on the 4th floor of Tokyo Skytree, is sold in a limited Tokyo Skytree version package.

Ginza Boul’Mich is a French pastry shop with its main store in Ginza, founded in 1973.
Through sweets, it creates surprises that stay in visitors’ hearts, full of delight and fun every time—from flavor and design to communication with customers.
This caramel waffle is a Tokyo Solamachi store exclusive and a notable item as a trendy, up-to-date souvenir.

A landmark sightseeing spot in Asakusa, with more than 30 million visitors each year.
It’s one of Tokyo’s most famous temples, hosting seasonal events such as Hatsumode (New Year’s visits) and Setsubun.
The Kaminarimon Gate, considered a symbol of Asakusa, features a huge red lantern, with Fujin and Raijin positioned on either side.
Along Nakamise Shopping Street, which stretches Approx. 250 m from Kaminarimon to the main hall, you’ll find rows of souvenir shops and food stalls.

A park in Taito City that stretches along the west bank of the Sumida River.
On the east bank is Sumida Park operated by Sumida City.
Spanning over 10 hectares, the park is planted with many cherry trees, especially around Sakura no Hiroba (Cherry Blossom Plaza).
In addition to Somei Yoshino and Oshima-zakura varieties, a descendant tree of the famed weeping cherry “Miharu Takizakura” (estimated to be over 1,000 years old) from Miharu Town, Tamura District, Fukushima Prefecture, is also grown as a symbolic tree—making this a famous cherry blossom spot that draws crowds not only from the local area but also from other prefectures during hanami season.

Asakusa Hanayashiki is Japan’s oldest amusement park, located in Asakusa, Tokyo, an area packed with tourist attractions.
Its history dates back to 1853—back to the Edo period—and it has marked 170 years up to the present day.
Inside the park, you’ll find classic attractions like the “Roller Coaster,” said to be the oldest operating coaster in Japan, the retro “Panda Car®,” and a “Merry-Go-Round,” as well as newer attractions like the kids’ ninja house “Nin-Nin Park,” which opened in 2019—making for a total of 15 attractions, both old and new.

Beyond the three spots introduced here, there are many more appealing places around Tokyo Skytree that this article can’t fully cover.
Check out this article as well, which carefully selects nearby sightseeing spots.

The Prince Park Tower Tokyo is a luxury hotel located in Shiba Park in Minato City, Tokyo.
It’s close to Tokyo Tower and is known as a prime spot for impressive views.
Even in the city center, it’s quiet, and you can enjoy a luxurious time that feels like a resort getaway.

The Okura Tokyo is a luxury hotel located in Toranomon, Tokyo.
It consists of two buildings: the high-rise Okura Prestige Tower and the mid-rise Okura Heritage Wing.
Blending Japanese and modern design, it offers a refined space that captures the sophistication of the city.
Rooms in both buildings include types with large living-room windows and view-bath rooms where you can enjoy the scenery from the bathroom window. Guest rooms in the Prestige Tower are located on the 28th floor and above to maximize views of Tokyo.

A luxury hotel with 245 rooms, located on floors 45–53 of Tokyo Midtown, a complex directly connected to Roppongi Station in Tokyo.
The guest rooms are refined spaces blending Eastern and Western styles, and the large windows offer sweeping views of the Imperial Palace Outer Gardens, Tokyo Bay area, Mt. Fuji, and more.
Inside the hotel, you’ll find a wide range of restaurants, including the one-Michelin-starred Héritage By Kei Kobayashi (Eritage By Kei Kobayashi), Japanese cuisine at Hinokizaka, and the bistronomy restaurant Towers.