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Tokyo Tower by day

The Tokyo Tower is a famous tower located in Shiba Park, in the Minato area of Tokyo, Japan. It is a very well-known landmark in the city.

This amazing tower stands 333 meters (1093 feet) tall. It was once the tallest building in Tokyo. It is also the highest self-supporting steel tower in the world.

About the Tokyo Tower

The Tokyo Tower is not just a tall building; it's a symbol of Tokyo. It has two main observation decks where visitors can enjoy incredible views of the city. Many people visit the tower every year. In its busiest times, millions of people came to see it.

Colors and Lights

The Tokyo Tower looks like it is red and white. However, its actual colors are called "international orange" and white. These specific colors are chosen because of safety laws. This means the tower's colors cannot be changed.

The tower is lit up every night. The cost to light up the tower is about 24,000 to 25,000 Japanese Yen each day. The lights make the tower glow beautifully against the night sky.

A Famous Landmark

In 2009, the Tokyo Tower received a special honor. It was named one of the "100 Landscapes of Japan." This award recognizes places that truly show modern Japan and its culture. The tower is a popular spot for both tourists and local people.

Images for kids

  • Special observatory

    The Special Observatory offers great views.

  • Tokyo Tower look down window

    Looking down from a glass floor at the Tokyo Tower.

  • Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Sky Tree 2011 January

    Tokyo Tower in January 2011 with the Tokyo Skytree under construction behind it.

  • Tokyo Tower shinto shrine

    A Shinto shrine is located on the second floor of the Main Observatory.

  • Shiba-koen, aerial view on Tokyo Tower at dusk (Unsplash)

    Aerial view of Shiba Park and Tokyo Tower at dusk.

  • Tokyo Tower Afterglow

    The Tokyo Tower during a beautiful sunset.

  • Tokyo Tower at night 7

    The Tokyo Tower at night, seen from Roppongi Hills.

  • Tokyo Tower at night (1)

    The Tokyo Tower shining brightly at night.

  • Tokyo Tower (39141009924)

    The Tokyo Tower during a snowfall in 2018.

  • Tokyo tower illumination

    Special lights celebrated the tower's 50th anniversary in 2008.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Torre de Tokio para niños

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