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Tokyo Skytree – the dizzyingly\u00a0tall structure located in Asakusa, Tokyo – is THE WORLD’S TALLEST TOWER and the World’s second tallest structure. I might be spoiling the conclusion to the question “Is Tokyo Skytree Worth it?” when I say I’ve been to Tokyo Skyetree no less than three times… Anyway, stick around for this short and to the point review of the Tokyo Skytree.<\/p>\n
So is Tokyo Skytree worth it? Standing 2 080 feet (634 meters) tall it’s a must-see and must-do for any Tokyo tourist. If you find yourself in Tokyo, this should be checked off your bucket list. World’s tallest tower: Check!<\/u> And if you follow my advice, you can avoid the biggest crowds and not even blow your budget.<\/strong><\/p>\n [table id=2 responsive=scroll \/]<\/p>\n How do you go about calculating if something is “worth it”? It, of course, depends on your budget and how much you appreciate touristy stuff because this is<\/em> a very touristy landmark. I’m coming for this from an angle where it’s your first or second time to Tokyo.\u00a0In my opinion, you have to take the following three things into account:<\/p>\n If both the cost<\/strong> and the time spent<\/strong> is high then what you get out of it needs to be very impressive. Fortunately, if you do it the right way, you can probably escape the biggest crowds, save time and thus get excellent value for money. So what do you actually get for your money? Let’s dive into these three points.<\/p>\n This one is obvious: The view! You get an awesome view from the highest viewing platform in one of the most impressive cities in the world. You’re in the world’s tallest tower<\/strong> and the world’s second tallest building. I think it’s an impossible task to describe such a special view with words, so I won’t spend too much time trying to. All I can say is that this is something I think you have to experience for yourself.<\/p>\n Both observation decks are 100% designed to give a good user experience. You have tall windows going from the floor to the roof making it easy to see. At times it can be a bit crowded (especially on the 1st observation deck) but since it’s a 360\u00b0 observation deck there are about a gazillion windows, so you shouldn’t have to wait for long.<\/p>\n There are also some cool touchscreens where you can get interactive images of the city, so it’s easier to understand what’s where and what you’re looking at.<\/p>\n Before you get to the enjoy the fantastic view you need to use the elevator because it’s not possible to take the stairs. \ud83d\ude42 And I can assure you the elevators\u00a0in Tokyo Skytree<\/span>\u00a0are not your standard elevators.<\/strong> In fact, the four elevators in Tokyo Skytree are the fastest large-capacity elevators in Japan. They have the capacity of 40 persons each and move at a speed of almost 2 000 feet (600 meters) per minute.\u00a0Warning:<\/strong> These puppies will make your ears pop!<\/p>\n Taking the elevator is an experience in itself. You’re not only whizzing through the air at a speed of 2 000 feet (600 meters) per minute; you can also enjoy the view through the elevator’s glass doors. On top of that, there’s a display showing you the altitude you’re at. It’s fascinating to see how fast it counts upwards to the\u00a02nd Observation Deck, which is at 1 476 feet (450 meters). This is a very cool elevator ride!<\/p>\n Eating cake on top of the world!<\/strong> At the\u00a01st Observation Deck (1 150 feet \/ 350 meters) you’ll find Skytree Cafe. If you’re anything like me, you can drink beer and eat cake pretty much everywhere. If you are privileged enough to do it while gazing out over extraordinary Tokyo<\/strong>, I say go for it! But it is rather pricey. A beer with nuts is 900 yen, and a piece of cake is 600 – 1 200\u00a0 yen. That’s an expensive cake! Maybe it’s worth it if it’s a once in a lifetime experience? (Or for me, a three in a lifetime experience!)<\/p>\n This is not for the faint-hearted! At the\u00a01st Observation Deck, there’s a glass flooring you can walk over. A picture doesn’t do it justice but let me try to put it into perspective for you. Can you see the small buildings by the river? Those are actually 8 – 10 stories high, so Tokyo Skytree is humongous.<\/p>\n This is a picture I got off Google Street View. It’s taken approximately from where the red arrow’s pointing. Do not underestimate how tall this friggin’ tower is.<\/p>\n On the face of it, the tickets can seem quite expensive. To get access to the upper platform you need to cough up 3 090 yen (adult ticket).\u00a0 If you’re a family of four (2+2), it will cost you around $80, so I completely understand if you’re thinking twice about visiting Tokyo Skytree.<\/p>\n![\"Overview](\"https:\/\/thetokyotourist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Tokyo-Skytree-tallest-tower-on-earth.png\")
<\/p>\nWhy Tokyo Skytree is Worth it<\/h2>\n
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The Experience<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n360\u00b0 View of Tokyo<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nThe Elevator<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nCake + Beer + Awesome View = Happiness \ud83d\ude42<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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The Glass Floor<\/h4>\n
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How Much are Tokyo Skytree tickets?<\/h3>\n
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