Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree
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Traralgon, Australia4,598 contributions
Sep 2022
What a iconic landmark of Tokyo .
First of I must say I have not been up in the tower , only seen it from outside and of course the best view for a photo is at a distance.
During our time in Tokyo over the last week or so we have viewed it many times from different locations .
When out walking it can be used as a focal point to where you are .
A great construction.
First of I must say I have not been up in the tower , only seen it from outside and of course the best view for a photo is at a distance.
During our time in Tokyo over the last week or so we have viewed it many times from different locations .
When out walking it can be used as a focal point to where you are .
A great construction.
Written September 18, 2022
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Erkki N
Finland872 contributions
Oct 2019
The Skytree is the tallest building in Tokyo providing superb views, particularly if the sky is clear. When the weather is cloudy, the top of the tower is often invisible from the ground and these days are best avoided when planning the Skytree visit. The ticket is rather expensive, though, and if you want to economize, you could try visiting the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building in Shinjuku instead. It is not nearly as tall as the Skytree, but it is completely free of charge and if the weather is good, you can still see even Mt. Fuji from there as well.
We visited the Skytree around dusk which gave us the opportunity to see the city both in daylight and then dark, with all its lights shining.
We visited the Skytree around dusk which gave us the opportunity to see the city both in daylight and then dark, with all its lights shining.
Written August 9, 2020
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glyderau
Colne, UK53 contributions
Mar 2019
As the second tallest tower in the world, the Skytree dominates the skyline of northern Tokyo. I luckily had great weather and went up an hour before sunset so I could see the city in the day and night time. I also booked tickets in advance and as an overseas visitor could take advantage of the fast-track option (paying a little more) to skip the very long regular queue. The architecture is fascinating and the elevator ride also very rapid. There are two levels and the second lift connecting them had a glass ceiling. Wonderful views over the Tokyo and for miles in all directions, the only slight disappointment was the Mt Fuji couldn't be seen due to cloud in that direction. All in all a must-do experience.
Written January 13, 2020
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Bianca
Philippines2 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
The place is literally a tourist trap and when I say “trap” I mean you’ll be lining up the whole way through, and would just feel trapped inside with how slow those lines move.
My partner and I tend to book our tickets in advance for most of the attractions we go to in case it ever gets sold out, but apparently there’s no need to for Tokyo Skytree as they will continue dispensing tickets for as long as there are people in line. This is despite the fact that the tower is already full of so many people.
To get the Skytree, we were asked to fall in line for the elevator which takes around 15-20 minutes. By the time we got up, there was barely any space for us to actually enjoy the view. What’s worse is we bought the ticket that allowed us to go a few floors higher, which we also needed to line up for. Again, by the time we reached the very top, we were already so exhausted.
The line for the elevators is even worse, because you just want to finish the whole thing. Worst money I ever spent in Japan. The Shibuya SKY deck is so much better—cheaper AND there’s crowd control.
My partner and I tend to book our tickets in advance for most of the attractions we go to in case it ever gets sold out, but apparently there’s no need to for Tokyo Skytree as they will continue dispensing tickets for as long as there are people in line. This is despite the fact that the tower is already full of so many people.
To get the Skytree, we were asked to fall in line for the elevator which takes around 15-20 minutes. By the time we got up, there was barely any space for us to actually enjoy the view. What’s worse is we bought the ticket that allowed us to go a few floors higher, which we also needed to line up for. Again, by the time we reached the very top, we were already so exhausted.
The line for the elevators is even worse, because you just want to finish the whole thing. Worst money I ever spent in Japan. The Shibuya SKY deck is so much better—cheaper AND there’s crowd control.
Written April 11, 2023
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Gustavo C
7 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
I am writing this review as I wait in line for the elevator to the ground floor. I’ve been queueing for the past 2 hours, as have the other ~700 people tightly packed around me. It truly is the biggest tourist trap I’ve ever been to.
At Tokyo Skytree you will get to experience a wide range of queues. First there is the ticket queue. As I had purchased mine in advance on the web, I only had to wait 30 minutes in line to trade my web ticket for a physical one.
After you get a hold of the ticket itself, you can move on to the second course: the elevator line. There, you’ll come to appreciate the previous queue for its reasonably open spaces. The cramped corridors make it so you’ll get to intimately know your surrounding neighbors (as they’ll get to know you).
The fact there are 4 elevators helps speed things up a bit, and there is a momentary happiness when you finally arrive at the tower deck. But it lasts far too little. The mass of people is too much for the air conditioning to handle, so now you’re in a cramped AND stuffy room.
And because everything that goes up must come down, thus begins the slow shuffle towards the exit elevator.
This final 1 hour queue will take you on a 360 trip around the deck, where the full view of Tokyo taunts you with all the cool places you could be enjoying. But instead you are here, stuck in a mass of people with no end in sight.
I could almost kiss the ground when we finally arrived Bottom line: avoid at all cost. Go explore Nakamise-Dori street instead.
At Tokyo Skytree you will get to experience a wide range of queues. First there is the ticket queue. As I had purchased mine in advance on the web, I only had to wait 30 minutes in line to trade my web ticket for a physical one.
After you get a hold of the ticket itself, you can move on to the second course: the elevator line. There, you’ll come to appreciate the previous queue for its reasonably open spaces. The cramped corridors make it so you’ll get to intimately know your surrounding neighbors (as they’ll get to know you).
The fact there are 4 elevators helps speed things up a bit, and there is a momentary happiness when you finally arrive at the tower deck. But it lasts far too little. The mass of people is too much for the air conditioning to handle, so now you’re in a cramped AND stuffy room.
And because everything that goes up must come down, thus begins the slow shuffle towards the exit elevator.
This final 1 hour queue will take you on a 360 trip around the deck, where the full view of Tokyo taunts you with all the cool places you could be enjoying. But instead you are here, stuck in a mass of people with no end in sight.
I could almost kiss the ground when we finally arrived Bottom line: avoid at all cost. Go explore Nakamise-Dori street instead.
Written April 1, 2023
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Sue Mi J
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Apr 2023 • Couples
I wish I had read the earlier reviews first before deciding to go to this place. You'd spend 90% time in line rather than having good experience and enjoying aerial views of the magnificent city i.e. Tokyo. My advice - don't bother.
Written April 2, 2023
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gill2k
Canada60 contributions
Mar 2023
From the outside, this thing is an architectural marvel. Once we got in, I was a bit disappointed with the experience. It's an absolute tourist trap. The lines were really long and the price to get a birds eye view of Tokyo was ok, I guess. There's not much to do once you get to the viewing platforms. You even have to pay extra to go to the 450m level (we only did up to 350m) You walk around, you look at the insane density of Tokyo from above and you leave. There are other places in Tokyo where you can get a good view of Tokyo from above for free (Government Metropolitan Building in Shinjuku).
This is one of those things you do once when you're in Japan and then forget about it.
This is one of those things you do once when you're in Japan and then forget about it.
Written April 15, 2023
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Michael F
Birmingham, UK269 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We were unable to get in 10 yrs ago due to 5 hour wait so on return we were very excited, on a “ quiet “ midweek morning…..
The walk up queue was said to be 40 mins so we scanned a QR code and bought online for a timed entry , We then were directed to wait In the same line as the walk ups to exchange our codes for tickets!
Then queue for the lifts .
Lifts not scenic just crammed.
We only bought Tembo deck tickets ( by mistake) not deck and galleria combo tickets but this was for the best as further queues ensued to go up 1 extra level.And back down again)
The view is good I suppose but not really worth the hassle in what is really an enormous shopping mall.
We visited whilst waiting to check in to our room in Asakusa ( no early check ins in Japan!) and we’re glad we didn’t make it a planned activity by itself, so much more to do in Tokyo!
The walk up queue was said to be 40 mins so we scanned a QR code and bought online for a timed entry , We then were directed to wait In the same line as the walk ups to exchange our codes for tickets!
Then queue for the lifts .
Lifts not scenic just crammed.
We only bought Tembo deck tickets ( by mistake) not deck and galleria combo tickets but this was for the best as further queues ensued to go up 1 extra level.And back down again)
The view is good I suppose but not really worth the hassle in what is really an enormous shopping mall.
We visited whilst waiting to check in to our room in Asakusa ( no early check ins in Japan!) and we’re glad we didn’t make it a planned activity by itself, so much more to do in Tokyo!
Written March 29, 2023
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geo3
Calgary, Canada1,292 contributions
Apr 2019
I think everyone should go up here once; it is a bit of a tourist cliche, but the view is amazing.
To get here I took the train from Asakusa to the Skytree station. At the Skytree, lineups were not too long, and the cashiers were efficient so the line moved quickly. I went up to both the 345 m and the 450 m level, and for me the additional cost to the upper level was money well spent as there is a noticeable difference in the view from the upper level.
After visiting the upper level, I came down to the 345 m level and had supper at the cafe (hamburger steak with egg, rice, salad, and cheesecake), which was an nice way of extending the visit to watch the sunset in a comfortable setting. Food was good, and the price was acceptable for this type of setting.
To get here I took the train from Asakusa to the Skytree station. At the Skytree, lineups were not too long, and the cashiers were efficient so the line moved quickly. I went up to both the 345 m and the 450 m level, and for me the additional cost to the upper level was money well spent as there is a noticeable difference in the view from the upper level.
After visiting the upper level, I came down to the 345 m level and had supper at the cafe (hamburger steak with egg, rice, salad, and cheesecake), which was an nice way of extending the visit to watch the sunset in a comfortable setting. Food was good, and the price was acceptable for this type of setting.
Written February 21, 2020
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chiasha
Tokyo, Japan33 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
We went there because I think it’s a must-do when in Tokyo! We bought the combo ticket and were able to go to both floors!
When up there you can see everything with a 360° view and whole Tokyo is visible to you!
If you go: absolutely buy the tickets in advance, which in the end will save you around 1000yen! Online it was around 2300 but we paid 3300yen because we didn’t book in advance.
I think the combo ticket is not really necessary, even though it was cool to see. The most time you’ll spend is on the 350th floor and the view will seem a little mesmerizing when on the top floor sadly… At least that’s my opinion!
When up there you can see everything with a 360° view and whole Tokyo is visible to you!
If you go: absolutely buy the tickets in advance, which in the end will save you around 1000yen! Online it was around 2300 but we paid 3300yen because we didn’t book in advance.
I think the combo ticket is not really necessary, even though it was cool to see. The most time you’ll spend is on the 350th floor and the view will seem a little mesmerizing when on the top floor sadly… At least that’s my opinion!
Written April 15, 2023
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Is it okay to show up late to the day of the booking example: ticket says 1:00pm but you show up at 3pm.
chiasha
Tokyo, Japan33 contributions
I think it’s not the worst if you would show up at 1:30pm but as soon as it’s 2pm or 3pm and not the original time range on your ticket they could maybe deny you entry. I think the japanese are super friendly though so maybe they’d let it slide for once! But try to be on time!
Emma S
Rotherham, UK135 contributions
I read that attractions such as this are currently closed but I assume that is not thr case as people are still leaving reviews. What's it like to be a tourist in Japan at the moment? We are due to travel in mid-April. Are things open, can you move around freely? It's hard to tell from what I'm reading. Thanks
Maurice W
Melbourne, Australia923 contributions
I would adopt a wait & see at the moment, we were there in December 2019 and didn't have a problem, I think the caronavirus will restrict a few things at the moment and they haven't cancelled the Olympics as yet
Fab1172
Geneva, Switzerland35 contributions
Hi,
Did someone already book entrance ticket via Tripadvisor?
Really surprised to see that fast lane tickets are:
4'200 JPY on official website
2'769 JPY via Tripadvisor
Just would like to ensure that I'm not missing something before buying.
Thanks.
Fab
Gabacmu
Santiago, Chile1,842 contributions
Hi
I think it is not necessary to buy before. I don’t remember the amount, but I buy directly at the time of arríval, no problems and there were not many people at the entrance
Good luck
Gaston
Kristolina83
Rome, Italy4 contributions
ciao, si puo' andare direttamente al 450° piano pagando solo 1100yen o bisogna fare per forza tappa al 350° pagando entrambi?
giuliamonicalaura
Province of Bergamo, Italy166 contributions
se vuoi arrivare al 450° devi pagare entrambi.
Ti consiglio di andare presto di mattina, tipo all'apertura e se possibile in un giorno non troppo nuvoloso
Jonathan S
Brisbane, Australia2 contributions
Can I book tickets online to save getting in line
Nic
377 contributions
Yes you can and there are some discount sites you can use.
I stood in line and it was about 1 minute long!
HeloisaMartins
Sao Paulo, SP48 contributions
Dá para ver o Monte Fuji ?
A vista é melhor do que a do Tokio City View Observation Deck - Ropponghills?
PetervdR-NL
Gorinchem, The Netherlands688 contributions
Bij helder weer kun je vanaf veel locaties Mount Fuji zien, maar feitelijk ligt deze te ver weg om het echt goed waar te nemen
tnuoccaliame
Metro Manila, Philippines4 contributions
Once inside the observation deck, can we stay past 10pm (e.g., if we were able to go in only by 9pm) or will they force everyone to leave asap past 10pm?
Are there shops inside that are still open past midnight?
And are there locker rooms where we can leave our stuff?
Thanks
Ladybug051080
Philippines6 contributions
Hi, we went there during day time, I bring only my cellphone, camera and small travelling bag, I am not sure if they have a locker room. Also I ask if we can stay longer to see the beauty of Tokyo, according to the Observation Deck, There is no set time limit, but if it is crowded on the day of your visit the staff may have no choice but to ask you to limit of your visit. The Observation Deck is open from 8am to 10pm, for SKYTREE Tembo Deck last admission is 9pm and for SKYTREE Tembo Galeria is 9:30pm.
For the Café and Restaurant they are open til 11:00pm, but last order is 9:45pm.
Tembo Deck Floor 345-Hours: 11:00 – 23:00 (Last order 20:30)
Tembo Deck Floor 350-Hours: 8:00 – 21:45 (Last order 21:15)
CoolIndiantraveller
New Delhi317 contributions
Does this place give a feeling like Burj Khalifa in Dubai? Must or can be skipped, if one has been to Burj Khalifa?
Akofi
31 contributions
No, I’ve visited the Burj Khalifa, it’s not the same experience, Japan is very builded up as far as the eye can see, if the sky is clear you can maybe see my Fuji, that I did not experience it was somewhat of a cloudy day on my visit. They give you an experience that you would expect in Japan, it’s a must. I would recommend the BK too, why not.
Tokyo Skytree (Oshiage) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Tokyo Skytree
- Tokyo Skytree is open:
- Sun - Sat 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Tokyo Skytree admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost $14.78, while a popular guided tour starts around $6.00 per person. See all 71 Tokyo Skytree tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- Tokyo Skytree can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 71 Tokyo Skytree tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Tokyo Skytree:
- Tokyo Skytree Admission Ticket (Floor 350 + 450) (From $14.78)
- 1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour (From $115.91)
- Tokyo Custom Full Day Tour (From $180.81)
- Tokyo Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide (From $158.21)
- Freely set up plans Guided Private Tours in Tokyo (From $135.61)
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- (0.09 mi) Hotel LiveMax Asakusa Sky Front
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- (0.00 mi) The Alley Tokyo Sky Tree Town Soramachi
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- (0.00 mi) Moomin House Cafe Tokyo Sky Tree Town Solamachi
- (0.00 mi) Tamahide Ichino
- (0.00 mi) Jasmine Thai Express Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi