Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
- Oshiage (Skytree) Station · 1 min walk (Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, Toei Asakusa Line, Keisei Oshiage Line)
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10:00–22:00 (last entry 21:00); Sat, Sun & Holidays 9:00–22:00 (last entry 21:00)
- Admission
- Variable pricing: Tembo Deck online from ¥1,800 (adults); Tembo Deck + Galleria combo online from ¥3,000 (adults), ¥1,500 (ages 6–14). On-site counter purchases add a ¥500 window fee per ticket. Free for children under 6.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Best time to go
- Winter mornings (December–February) for peak atmospheric visibility toward Mount Fuji, or one hour before sunset to see the transition from day to evening illumination.
Hours can change on holidays — check the official site before travelling.
About
Standing as the tallest structure in Japan, the Tokyo Skytree offers unparalleled, 360-degree vistas of the Tokyo metropolis and Mount Fuji on a clear day. Visitors can ascend to the Tembo Deck at 350 meters, which features a thrilling glass-floor section, and the Tembo Galleria at 450 meters. Expect a futuristic, high-speed elevator ride, interactive digital mapping screens, and a bustling complex at the tower's base filled with shops and dining.
What Japanese guides note
Strong winds aloft frequently trigger automated safety sensors that slow or pause the shuttle elevators, which can cause significant waiting lines when attempting to descend from Floor 340. Visitors access the observation deck via the 4th-floor main entrance of Tokyo Skytree Town, directly reachable from Oshiage and Tokyo Skytree stations. The descent elevator empties onto the 5th-floor exit hall, which routes passengers directly into the Solamachi shopping complex.
Details from local sources
- The four high-speed elevators connecting the 4th floor to the 350-meter deck operate at 600 meters per minute and each feature interior Edo-craft motifs representing a different season. [source]
- Visitors who enter the Tembo Galleria can walk up an inclined glass corridor to Sorakara Point, the highest public vantage point in the tower at 451.2 meters. [source]
- Tickets purchased in person at the 4th-floor ticket counters or automated machines incur an additional 500-yen window issuance fee per ticket compared to online reservations. [source]
- The observation deck levels are numbered Floors 340, 345, 350, 445, and 450 to reflect their exact elevation in meters above ground level. [source]
- The glass floor section on Floor 340 uses multilayered heat-resistant tempered glass measuring 48 millimeters in total thickness that supports loads up to 800 kilograms per square meter. [source]
- Floor 345 houses the Skytree Post, the highest functional postbox located inside a building in Japan. [source]
Insider Tip
Book your tickets online in advance to skip the long ticket-counter lines and aim for late afternoon to catch both sunset and the city lights.
Frequently asked
Is advance booking required for Tokyo Skytree?
Advance online booking is recommended because popular time slots frequently sell out during weekends and peak holidays. Purchasing online also avoids the mandatory 500-yen window issuance surcharge added to on-site tickets bought at the 4th-floor counter or ticket machines. Tickets can be reserved via the official website.
What is the difference between the Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria?
The Tembo Deck spans Floors 340, 345, and 350 at 350 meters, accommodating the glass-floor section, shops, and cafes. The Tembo Galleria sits 100 meters higher, featuring an inclined glass spiral ramp between Floors 445 and 450 leading up to the public summit at Sorakara Point (451.2 meters).
How does bad weather affect the observation deck experience?
High winds can trigger automatic safety limits, slowing elevators or temporarily suspending service. Overcast or rainy conditions may obscure city panoramas entirely. Before purchasing same-day tickets, check the 4th-floor entrance display monitors, which report real-time visibility conditions and Mount Fuji sighting status from the top.
Can you mail postcards from the observation deck?
Yes. A red, tower-shaped mailbox called the Skytree Post sits on Floor 345 of the Tembo Deck, making it Japan's highest indoor postbox. Visitors can buy official postcards and stamps at the nearby gift shop, apply the commemorative deck stamp, and post mail directly for delivery.
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