Viewpoint on the Tokyo Sky Tree

The viewpoint over the Tokyo Sky Tree

From Asakusa and the banks of the Sumida, the gaze rises towards the Tokyo Sky Tree, the tallest tower of Japan. The Tokyo audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this viewpoint over the modern emblem of the capital.

The tallest tower of Japan

The Tokyo Sky Tree is a broadcasting and observation tower that is among the tallest structures in the world. An emblem of modern Tokyo, it dominates the horizon with its slender silhouette, clearly visible from the Asakusa district and the banks of the Sumida river. Its observation decks offer a spectacular view over the immensity of the capital, while many urban viewpoints allow you to admire its silhouette.

What to see

From Asakusa and the banks of the Sumida, you admire the slender silhouette of the Tokyo Sky Tree dominating the horizon, an emblem of modern Tokyo. The contrast with the traditional temples of Asakusa is striking. It is a stop for lovers of urban panoramas, to be experienced during the walk.

Practical information

The Tokyo Sky Tree is admired from the Asakusa district and the banks of the Sumida river, reachable on foot; the tower itself is on the other bank. The urban viewpoints are freely accessible; access to the observation decks of the tower has a fee and follows its own hours, which vary. It is best to check the arrangements before coming.

What is the Tokyo Sky Tree?

A broadcasting and observation tower, one of the tallest structures in the world and the emblem of modern Tokyo, clearly visible from Asakusa.

From where to admire the Tokyo Sky Tree?

From the Asakusa district and the banks of the Sumida river, which offer fine viewpoints over the tower.