Tokyo Skytree, booked right
Tickets start at ¥1,800 online, ¥500 more at the door, and the view is only worth it on a clear day. Here's how to book, which deck to pick, and when to go up.
Tokyo Skytree is the tallest tower in the world at 634 metres, and the view from the top is only as good as the weather. Tickets start at ¥1,800 booked online, ¥500 more if you buy at the door, and the real decisions are which deck to pick and which day to go up. Here's how to get it right.
In 3 minutes, you'll know:
- What the Tembo Deck and combo tickets cost, online versus same-day
- Whether to add the 450m Tembo Galleria
- The clear-day and sunset timing that makes the visit worth it
How much are Tokyo Skytree tickets?
The Tembo Deck at 350 metres starts at ¥1,800 for adults and ¥900 for children aged 6-14, booked online in advance. The combo ticket adding the Tembo Galleria at 450 metres starts at ¥3,000 adult, ¥1,500 child. Prices are dynamic, so weekends and peak dates run higher, often ¥2,100 to ¥2,600 for the Deck. Children under 5 enter free.
If you only buy the Tembo Deck first, you can still add the Galleria on the day for ¥1,400 at a machine inside the Deck, subject to capacity.
Where to book
Our take: Official site for the lowest price if your date is fixed; GetYourGuide if your Tokyo plans might shift, since the free 24h cancellation covers a rained-out view.
Do you need to buy in advance, and is it cheaper online?
Advance online booking wins on both price and time. Same-day tickets bought at the 4th-floor counter or the vending machines add a ¥500 service fee per ticket, and you take whatever entry window is left. Booking online in advance starts at ¥1,800, lets you lock in a specific time, and means you walk past the same-day queue at the base.
On weekends, public holidays, and the sunset window, advance booking matters most. Those slots sell through, and without one you can lose 30 to 60 minutes queuing. For a quiet weekday morning visit, same-day is usually fine, but you still pay the ¥500 premium.
Which Tokyo Skytree ticket should you buy?
For most visitors, the Tembo Deck at 350 metres is enough. It has the cafés, the glass floor panels, and the full panorama. The Tembo Galleria at 450 metres adds a sloping glass spiral ramp and a higher horizon, and on a clear day it's where Mount Fuji reads best to the west.
Buy the combo only if the sky is clear. On a hazy or overcast day, the extra ¥1,400 buys you more of the same grey, so save it. That's the case for adding the Galleria on the day rather than committing in advance, unless you've booked a confirmed clear-weather sunset slot.
What is the best time to visit Tokyo Skytree?
Visibility is everything. Air is clearest after rain and through winter, when Mount Fuji appears on the horizon. Check the forecast the morning of and, if you booked flexible, move your slot to the clearest window.
For the best single visit, book a slot 30 to 45 minutes before sunset. You get the daylight panorama, the sunset, and the night view in one trip, which is the closest thing to value at a tower this tall. To avoid crowds, the 10:00 opening on a weekday is the calmest hour. If you're still weighing it against the other tower, our Tokyo Skytree vs Tokyo Tower comparison covers which view actually suits you.
Practical information
- Hours
- Open daily from 10:00. Last entry is one hour before closing, and the closing time shifts by date (commonly 21:00). Check the official hours calendar.
- Tembo Deck (350m)
- From ¥1,800 adult · ¥900 child (6-14) online advance. Dynamic pricing, higher on weekends.
- Combo (350m + 450m)
- From ¥3,000 adult · ¥1,500 child online advance. Galleria add-on on the day: ¥1,400.
- Same-day
- Adds ¥500 service fee per ticket at the 4th-floor counter or vending machines.
- Free
- Children 5 and under.
- Getting there
- Tokyo Skytree Station (Tobu Skytree Line) or Oshiage Station (Metro Hanzomon, Toei Asakusa). In Sumida, next to Senso-ji and Asakusa.
- Book tickets
- en.tokyo-skytree.jp (from ¥1,800, official) · GetYourGuide (free cancellation, 4.5★)
Prices and hours are dynamic and can change. Confirm on the official site before your visit.
Last verified: June 2026
Frequently asked questions
How much are Tokyo Skytree tickets in 2026?
The Tembo Deck (350m) starts at ¥1,800 for adults and ¥900 for children (6-14) when booked online in advance. The combo with the Tembo Galleria (450m) starts at ¥3,000 adult and ¥1,500 child. Prices vary by day and rise on weekends and peak dates. Same-day tickets at the counter add a ¥500 service fee per ticket. Under 5s are free.
Do you need to buy Tokyo Skytree tickets in advance?
Not strictly, but it's worth it. Advance online tickets are cheaper, skip the ¥500 counter fee, and let you reserve a fixed entry time so you avoid the queue at the base. On weekends, holidays, and sunset slots, advance booking is the difference between walking in and waiting 30-60 minutes.
Is it cheaper to buy Tokyo Skytree tickets online?
Yes. Online advance tickets start at ¥1,800 for the Tembo Deck, while same-day tickets bought at the 4th-floor counter or vending machines add a ¥500 service fee per ticket. Booking online also lets you pick your entry time. GetYourGuide sells the same admission with free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
What is the best time to visit Tokyo Skytree?
Go on a clear day, ideally after rain or in winter when the air is clearest and Mount Fuji is visible to the west. For the most dramatic visit, book a slot 30-45 minutes before sunset so you catch daylight, sunset, and the night view in one trip. Weekday mornings at the 10:00 opening are the quietest.
Still deciding between the two towers? The Tokyo Skytree vs Tokyo Tower comparison breaks down views, crowds, and value, and the Tokyo visit guides hub has the rest of the city's planning.