The 333-Metre Tower of 1958
The Tokyo Tower (東京タワー) is a steel-framed broadcasting tower shared by several stations of 1958 in Shibakoen, Minato City, Tokyo, and was registered as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property (structure) on June 21, 2013 (Agency for Cultural Affairs).
The Agency records a steel tower 333 metres high, its legs 80 metres apart, with observation decks, altered in 1967; registration number 13-0295.
A Free-Standing Tower Taller than the Eiffel Tower
Tokyo Tower in Shiba Park is a steel-framed broadcasting tower shared by several stations, with a two-level main observatory and a single-level special observatory above it (Agency for Cultural Affairs).
At 333 metres it surpassed the Eiffel Tower and was the tallest free-standing steel tower in the world at the time. It is widely loved as a symbol of Japan's post-war recovery and of the start of its era of rapid economic growth (Agency for Cultural Affairs).
Why It Was Registered
The Agency notes this tower, widely loved as a symbol of post-war recovery, and registered it for its contribution to the historic landscape.
What to Look For
Look for the steel frame rising from legs 80 metres apart, the two-level main observatory and the special observatory above (Agency for Cultural Affairs).
Visiting
It is owned by Tokyo Tower Co., Ltd. (Agency for Cultural Affairs). The observation decks are open, with hours posted day by day on the official website.
Q&A
- When was it built?
- In 1958, with alterations in 1967 (Agency for Cultural Affairs).
- How tall is it?
- 333 metres, the tallest free-standing steel tower in the world when built.
- What observatories does it have?
- A two-level main observatory and a special observatory above.
- What are the opening hours?
- They vary by day; check the official website.
- When was the Tokyo Tower registered?
- On June 21, 2013 (Agency for Cultural Affairs).
Basic Information
| Name | Tokyo Tower (東京タワー) |
|---|---|
| Location | 4-407-6 Shibakoen, Minato City, Tokyo |
| Designation | Registered Tangible Cultural Property (Structure) |
| Year Designated | Registered 2013/06/21 (Heisei 25) |
| Quantity | 1 building |
| Dimensions | Steel frame, 333 m high, legs 80 m apart, with observatories |
| Owner | Tokyo Tower Co., Ltd. |
| Public Access | Check the official website for hours |
References
- Tokyo Tower (Database of National Cultural Properties, Agency for Cultural Affairs)
- https://kunishitei.bunka.go.jp/heritage/detail/101/00009591
- Tokyo Tower official website
- https://www.tokyotower.co.jp/
Last verified: 2026.10.20