After the Tokyo Skytree appeared, the Tokyo Tower, also used as a radio tower, slowly faded out of sight of tourists. I thought that the Tokyo Tower was modeled after the Eiffel Tower in Paris, but it was 324 meters higher than the 8.6-meter Eiffel Tower. It became a famous landmark after its completion in 1958. Although it has become a surpassed frontier, it still stands next to Shiba Park. This time, taking advantage of the opportunity of living in Hamamatsu-cho, come here to visit this classic attraction that still has the charm.
How to get to Tokyo Tower?
In the Tokyo metropolitan area with dense railway lines, take the subway or JR to Akababashi Station (Oedo Line), Kamiyacho Station (Hibiya Line), Onarimon Station (Mita Line), Daimon Station (Daemon Station), Hamamatsucho Station (Hamamatsucho Station) Get off at any station and walk for a distance of about 600-1,500 meters.If you want to travel less, it is recommended to choose Akabane Bridge Station, followed by Kamiyacho Station.
On the first day we arrived in Tokyo, we checked into an Airbnb near Hamamatsucho Station. After walking directly to Shiba Park and Zojoji Temple, we wanted to go to Tokyo Tower in the evening. However, under heavy rain, we had to turn back and search for food.The next day, after finishing a day’s trip, take the subway directly to the Akabane Bridge Exit of Akabane Bridge Station, turn a turn and you will see the dazzling Tokyo Tower in front of you!
▲ Go out of the Akabane Bridge Exit of Akabane Bridge Station and you will see the Tokyo Tower, which is very easy to find.
▲ It’s better to take pictures while you’re a little farther away before you reach the Tokyo Tower.
▲ The location of Tokyo Tower is slightly higher, and you have to walk a short upward slope.
Introduction to Tokyo Tower and Observation Deck Ticket
From bottom to top, Tokyo Tower is divided into three blocks: FootTown Mall, Large Observatory (150m), and Special Observatory (250m).
The FootTown Mall at the bottom has 5 floors, free admission, and the permanent ONE PIECE theme park on the 4-5 floors. For those who are particularly fascinated by One Piece comics, you can purchase additional tickets for admission. (One Piece Tower official website)
The observatory is divided into two floors. You can buy tickets at the ticket office on the first floor and then take the elevator up. The fare is 2 yen.If you want to go to the highest special observatory, you have to purchase an additional 1 yen ticket for the observatory, which costs 900 yen in total.
At that time, we bought the Grand Observatory ticket first, and planned to go up and have a look first. If we have time, we can purchase a special observatory ticket at the Grand Observatory. There is no need to purchase the Grand Observatory + Special Observatory ticket at the beginning.
Tokyo Tower Fright
When I was happily watching the night view and picking up souvenirs at the large observatory on the second floor, I was wondering whether to continue going up the special observatory. Suddenly waves of earthquakes struck, and I could see the Japanese. Calmness and order may also be used to it!
The entire Tokyo Tower is an iron structure. It shook more severely during the earthquake, but there was no loud screaming and chaos at the scene. At this time, Anya wanted to yell but didn’t dare to yell, but she was really frightened. I can swallow it in my stomach, but after several consecutive waves of shaking, I dare not and cannot continue to go up. The elevator is also closed for inspection, and the time is late, so everyone can only walk down the iron stairs. This is what we will unforgettable. Experience the Tokyo Tower visit!
▲ The iron stairs that tourists don't usually walk, they have to go now!
▲ Anya, who is still in shock, is still taking pictures calmly.
▲ Actually, thinking about it, walking down is very easy. I saw many staff members who have to climb up along the way. It's really hard!
▲ Stabilize your mood while walking and shooting. In fact, the tower under the light is really beautiful!
▲ Although I ended up in the sky, I left a shadow in my heart. When I was riding the Ferris wheel in Odaiba the next day, I was actually quite scared!
Conclusion
Excluding the shock of the Tokyo Tower, although Tokyo Skytree has replaced Tokyo Tower as the first choice for tourists, the elegant temperament of Tokyo Tower, after years of precipitation, height is no longer a place to show off, but it makes it even more so. People appreciate it, from the sight of guava in the hearts of tourists, returning to the leisure place for locals, it seems not bad now!
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– Address: 4-chome 2-8 Shiba Park, Minato-ku, Tokyo
– Phone: +81 3-3433-5111
– Business hours: 09:00-23:00, open all year round
– Fees: 150 yen for the large observatory (900m), 250 yen for the special observatory (700m)
– Official website: https://www.tokyotower.co.jp/
