Observation Decks of Tokyo City Hall

Built in 1991, Tokyo City Hall is a ten-minute walk from Shinjuku Station. Designed by architect Kenzo Tange,it rises 243 meters and looks similar to a Gothic cathedral. The observation decks are on the 45^th floor (202 meters high) of each tower (north and south). Admission is free. You can see a panoramic view of Tokyo and , depending on the weather, Mt. Fuji in the background. The observation decks are open from 9:30am until 11:00pm throughout the year except from December 29 to January 3.

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