Day 3: The Tokyo Tower

Hey everyone!

Ok…. Today I am going to see the Tokyo Tower! The Tokyo Tower is in the Shiba Park, Minato-ku in Tokyo. I am so excited!

On the tour to the first observation deck I learned that the Tokyo Tower is 13 meters taller than its model the Eiffel Tower. I have been to the Eiffel Tower before so experiencing the Tokyo Tower is very incredible. The Tokyo Tower is the tallest self-sustaining steel tower and it was completed in 1958 as a symbol of Japan’s rebirth as an economic power. It was designed by Tachu Naito Architects. On my way up to the observation deck I was surprised at the sights!!! It was so beautiful- the bird’s eye view to Tokyo.

After my trip to the first deck I asked the tour guide if I could go up to the special observation. The trip up to the second “special” observation costs an extra 1500 yen, but the view was well worth it! At this height of 250 meters I can see an amazing view of Tokyo. Today, the weather was so beautiful and clear that I also got a great view of Mount Fuji. This sight of Mount Fuji can only be seen on the most clear and beautiful days- so I was especially lucky.

The tour guide also recommended a trip to combine a visit to Tokyo Tower with a visit to Zojoji Temple one of Tokyo's major temples, which is located just next to the tower.

The experience of the Tokyo Tower was a once-in a lifetime- experience! I was definitely an amazing experience!

Talk to you soon! Megan