Although Tokyo Tower has lost some of its appeal since the opening of the free TMG observatory in Shinjuku, it still affords a good view of the city center from its top deck. It was erected in 1958 as a replica of the Eiffel Tower, and at 1,092 ft/333 m, is actually taller. Its structure also contains several tourist attractions, including a wax museum, a Guinness World Records Museum and a museum of holography, each with separate admission fees. Daily 9 am-10 pm. Admission to the middle level main observatory, at 492 ft/150 m, is ¥820 adults. Admission to the uppermost level, a special observatory at 820 ft/250 m, is an additional ¥600 adults. 4-2-8 Shiba-Koen (Kamiyacho station on the Hibiya Line), Minato-ku, Tokyo. Phone 3433-5111. http://www.tokyotower.co.jp/english.
