Skytree

Skytree, officially Tokyo Skytree, is a broadcasting and observation tower in the Sumida ward of Tokyo, Japan. Standing 634 meters tall, it is the tallest tower in the world and serves as a major landmark of the city. The tower forms part of the Tokyo Skytree Town complex, which includes the Sumida Aquarium and the Tokyo Solamachi shopping and entertainment area at its base.

Construction began in 2008 and was completed in 2012, with the tower opening to visitors on May 22, 2012. The design features a slender central pillar with a lattice-like exterior that tapers toward the top, contributing to a lightweight yet strong silhouette. The project was developed by Tobu Railway and the Tokyo Skytree Town company, and it incorporates modern seismic design to withstand earthquakes.

Skytree has two public observation decks: Tembo Deck at 350 meters and Tembo Galleria at 450 meters, offering panoramic views of Tokyo and the surrounding region. The site around the tower forms the Tokyo Skytree Town complex, which includes shopping, dining, and the Sumida Aquarium.

The tower's presence has had a notable impact on Tokyo's skyline and tourism, drawing visitors from around the world and becoming a symbol of the city's contemporary identity. It opened to the public in 2012 and remains a major broadcast facility as well as a major tourist destination.