Introduction to Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree is one of Tokyo’s most iconic landmarks and the tallest broadcasting tower in the world. Standing 634 meters high, it is not only the best place to take in the Tokyo skyline but also one of the must-visit attractions for travelers in the city.
Highlights of Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree has two observation decks: Tembo Deck (350 m) and Tembo Galleria (450 m), offering 360-degree panoramas of Tokyo. The Solamachi shopping complex around the tower also offers a wide range of shopping and dining.
The tower’s design blends traditional and modern styles, and its distinctive silhouette has become a new symbol of Tokyo.
Tokyo Skytree Floor Overview (Quick Floor Map)
The Skytree observation areas are split into Tembo Deck (floors 340, 345 and 350) and Tembo Galleria (floors 445 and 450), with the entrance at the ticket counter on the 4th floor. An elevator takes you first to the 350th floor, and you can then walk down to the 345th and 340th floors. Tembo Galleria requires a separate ticket and is reached by elevator from the 350th floor; its highest point is the 450th floor, at an actual height of 451.2 meters.
What time does Skytree open? The official calendar shows hours of mostly 10:00 to 22:00 on weekdays, and opening from around 9:00 on weekends and holidays. Last entry is one hour before closing; please check the official calendar for the latest hours.
How Many Floors Does Skytree Have? Facilities by Floor
Skytree is 634 meters tall, and the floors open to the public are the 4th-floor entrance, Tembo Deck (floors 340, 345 and 350), Tembo Galleria (floors 445 and 450) and the 5th-floor exit. The 350th floor has SKYTREE CAFE 350 and the Tembo Galleria ticket counter, the 345th floor has the SKYTREE SHOP and Sky Restaurant 634, and the 340th floor has the glass floor and SKYTREE CAFE 340. The 445th floor is where the glass spiral slope begins, and the 450th floor is the highest point.
Must-See Sights and Experiences at Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree is one of Tokyo’s signature landmarks. At 634 meters tall, it lets visitors enjoy spectacular views of the city, and it shows a different charm by day and by night. This article introduces the must-see sights and experiences around Tokyo Skytree to help you plan your itinerary with confidence.
Tokyo Skytree (Tobu Tower)
Tokyo Skytree is 634 meters tall and connected to the Tokyo Solamachi shopping complex. The address is 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo.
Observation deck hours vary by day, so please check the official calendar. We recommend allowing 1 to 2 hours for your visit.
From April 1, 2026, Tokyo Skytree switched to daily variable pricing. Tembo Deck adult tickets (ages 15 and over) run from about ¥1,800 to ¥3,600, with the actual price changing each day. Buying in advance on the official website lets you skip the queue, while tickets bought on site cost an extra ¥500.
Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck
Tembo Deck spans floors 340, 345 and 350. The 350th floor has the Tembo Galleria ticket counter, SKYTREE CAFE 350 and seven 8K time-lapse screens. The 345th floor has the SKYTREE SHOP souvenir store, Sky Restaurant 634 and the SKYTREE Post mailbox. The 340th floor has the glass floor and SKYTREE CAFE 340, and it is also the floor where you leave the observation deck.
We recommend staying 30 minutes to 1 hour. Please check the official calendar for opening hours.
The city lights are at their most dazzling after sunset, so it is best to go up in the late afternoon or evening.
Tokyo Skytree Tembo Galleria
Tembo Galleria is split into the 445th and 450th floors. The elevator from the 350th floor takes you first to the 445th floor, where the glass spiral walkway begins; follow the gentle slope upward to reach the 450th floor, the highest point open to the public at Skytree, with an actual height of 451.2 meters.
Tembo Galleria also uses daily variable pricing. The Tembo Deck + Tembo Galleria combo ticket for adults (ages 15 and over) costs about ¥3,000 to ¥4,800, with the actual price changing each day. We recommend checking the day’s price on the official website and booking ahead. Please check the official calendar for opening hours.
On a clear day you can see Mt. Fuji in the distance.
Oshiage Amaso Shrine
Oshiage Amaso Shrine (押上天祖神社) is a shrine near Tokyo Skytree. Its main deity is Amaterasu Omikami (あまてらすおおみかみ), and it also enshrines Hachiman Okami and Kasuga Okami. “Amaso” is a name commonly used for shrines of Ise-derived faith that enshrine Amaterasu; it is not the name of the deity itself. Visitors can pray here and buy omamori charms and goshuin stamps.
The shrine’s address is 2-13-13 Narihira, Sumida City, Tokyo. We recommend staying 30 minutes to 1 hour to pay your respects.
Visiting is free. Please check the notices at the shrine for the hours and fees for omamori and goshuin.
Asakusa
Asakusa is a traditional district of Tokyo near Tokyo Skytree. Visitors can see Senso-ji Temple, buy traditional specialties and souvenirs, and enjoy traditional Japanese culture. The streets of Asakusa are very narrow, so it is a neighborhood best explored on foot.
Asakusa is at Asakusa 2-chome, Taito City, Tokyo, and is open all day. We recommend spending 2 to 3 hours here to fully enjoy the scenery and culture of the neighborhood.
Visiting Senso-ji is free, though visitors may donate any amount. From Skytree, it is just one stop to Asakusa Station on the Tobu Skytree Line.
Asakusa ROX
Asakusa ROX is a shopping center in Asakusa with a variety of shops and restaurants. Visitors can buy all kinds of souvenirs and local specialties here and enjoy good food. Its design is very modern, giving visitors a comfortable place to shop.
Asakusa ROX is at 1-25-15 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo. The main building is open from 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (hours vary slightly by shop), and the official website is rox.co.jp. We recommend staying 1 to 2 hours.
Tokyo Solamachi
Tokyo Solamachi is a shopping complex at Tokyo Skytree with a variety of shops and restaurants. Its design is very modern, giving visitors a comfortable place to shop.
Tokyo Solamachi is at 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo. Shops are open from 10:00 to 21:00 and the restaurant floors from 11:00 to 23:00 (hours vary by shop). We recommend spending 1 to 2 hours here to shop and dine at your leisure.
Nakamise Shopping Street, Asakusa
Nakamise Shopping Street is a traditional shopping street in Asakusa with a variety of shops and restaurants. Visitors can buy all kinds of traditional specialties and souvenirs here and enjoy good food. The atmosphere is lively, making for a great shopping experience.
Nakamise Shopping Street is in Asakusa 1-chome, Taito City, running from Kaminarimon to Senso-ji. Hours vary by shop, but most are open from about 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. We recommend spending 1 to 2 hours here to shop and eat at your leisure.
Senso-ji
Senso-ji is an ancient temple in Asakusa dedicated to the bodhisattva Kannon. It is said to have been founded in 628.
Senso-ji is at 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo. The main hall is open from 6:00 a.m. (6:30 a.m. from October to March) to 5:00 p.m. We recommend staying 30 minutes to 1 hour to pay your respects and buy omamori charms.
Visiting Senso-ji is free, though visitors may donate any amount. Please check the notices at the temple for omamori and goshuin fees. Visitors can also buy all kinds of souvenirs and local specialties within the temple grounds.
Tokyo Skytree Tickets and Tours
Tokyo Skytree is one of Tokyo’s landmark buildings and offers a one-of-a-kind observation deck experience. Visitors can choose from a variety of tickets and tours for different experiences. This section introduces several popular Tokyo Skytree ticket and tour products.
Tokyo Skytree Tembo Galleria Ticket
Tembo Galleria is on the 450th floor, the highest level open to the public at Skytree, with views over the whole of Tokyo.
Tembo Galleria tickets (the Tembo Deck + Tembo Galleria combo) use daily variable pricing from April 1, 2026, and no longer differ between weekdays, holidays or seasons. Adult prices range from about ¥3,000 to ¥4,800 depending on demand that day, so we recommend checking the actual price on the official website before you go. Visitors can buy tickets in advance on the official site or on platforms such as KKday and Klook to avoid queuing on site.
Tembo Galleria ticket sales may be suspended due to capacity limits. Please check the official calendar for opening hours.
Tokyo Skytree Night View Ticket
The Tokyo Skytree night view ticket lets visitors enjoy Tokyo’s dazzling lights after dark. At night the tower glows brilliantly, and the view is completely different from daytime, offering another unique experience.
The official “Night View Ticket” is a Tembo Deck admission ticket plus an alcoholic drink, from ¥2,400 for adults. The valid time slots change with the season, so please check the official website.
Note that at night, Tokyo Skytree’s opening hours or the timing of its light show may change because of weather or special events, so visitors should check the latest information in advance.
Skytree Morning View Ticket: Tembo Deck with Drink and Meal
The official “Early Morning Viewing Ticket” is a Tembo Deck admission ticket plus a non-alcoholic drink and a meal, from ¥2,500 for adults and ¥1,700 for children, with valid time slots changing by season. Travelers who want to avoid the daytime crowds and see the Tokyo skyline in the early morning can book on the official website; please check which time slots and prices are available that day before you go.
Where to Stay Nearby
Oshiage Station, where Skytree is located, is served by the Tobu Skytree Line, Toei Asakusa Line, Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line and Keisei Oshiage Line, making it very convenient to reach. If you want to stay near the tower or in the Asakusa area, trains run directly to Oshiage, which suits an itinerary of sightseeing by day and going up the tower for the night view in the evening.
