Experts' Choice Award Tokyo Skytree
What the experts agree on
Tokyo Skytree's dual observation decks deliver sweeping 360-degree city views—including Mount Fuji on clear days—from the world's tallest freestanding tower, now a symbol of east Tokyo's revival since opening in 2011.
“One landmark in Tokyo that is, quite literally, impossible to miss is Tokyo Skytree.”
– The Telegraph
Fodor's "Opened in 2011 to mixed reviews, this 2,000-plus-foot-tall skyscraper has become a symbol of the ongoing revival of the eastern side of the city." Full review
Time Out "The tallest freestanding tower in the world opened on May 22 this year, rising to a height of 634m over the Sumida-ku skyline." Full review
Afar Magazine "At the base of the tower, is the Sumida Aquarium and a slew of shops and restaurants. The tower boasts two observation decks with views of the sprawling city and on a clear day Mount Fuji." Full review
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Frommer's "Plenty of 360-degree viewing areas that make the hour or so you spend here go quickly." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "What’s this place about?Tokyo Skytree is the tallest tower in the world. It tops off at 2,080 feet, and functions as the base for a handful of Japan’s top broadcast networks. From the..." Full review
Time Out "The tallest freestanding tower in the world opened on May 22 2012, rising to a height of 634m over the Sumida skyline. While its main function is as a TV broadcasting tower, the Tokyo..." Full review
National Geographic "You can see Tokyo best from the observation decks at Tokyo Skytree, the second tallest structure in the world at 634 meters (2,080 feet)"
Condé Nast Traveler "Topping off at 2,080 feet, the Tokyo Skytree is the tallest tower (that's tower, not building) in the world. From the broadcast tower's 360-degree observation decks, the whole city—its..."
Lonely Planet "At 634m, Tokyo Skytree is the second-tallest free-standing tower on the planet – so you can count on stupendous views from the top. From its two observation decks, kids can enjoy a..."
National Geographic "The 2080-foot-tall Tokyo Skytree, the tallest structure in Japan, offers panoramic views of Tokyo and is one of the few spots you can see Mount Fuji"
