Tokyo Sky Tree at Sumida, Asakusa

The most talked about topic in Tokyo recently is the soon to be opened Tokyo Sky Tree located at Sumida Ward, which replaces the old Tokyo Tower role to relay tv and radio broadcast signals, as Tokyo Tower, with a height of 333m can no longer provide complete digital terrestrial broadcasting coverage as it is surrounded by many high rise buildings. 

Reaching a full height of 634m, Tokyo Sky Tree also becomes the tallest tower in the world. The figures 6(mu), 3(sa), 4(shi) stand for "Musashi" which is an old name of the region where the Tokyo Sky Tree stands. 

A good place to catch a great view of Tokyo Sky Tree is at the Sumida Park, where you can take a leisurely stroll along the park while soaking in this magnificent view. 

There were some late bloomer sakura trees when I was there. What a beautiful sight! 

This is why I like Japan so much! The beautiful scenery, coupled by the cool weather - I can come to take my leisure strolls here everyday!

A picture cannot describe Tokyo Sky Tree's magnificence! If you see how low the highrise building is just beside it, you can roughly gauge how tall the tower is! You must really come and experience it yourself!

On the way back to Asakusa, I caught sight of a few sakura trees. Lucky me! Aren't they just so beautiful! 

Flowers still budding and in full bloom, all from the same tree.

Asakusa is a place where you can still find rickshaws (人力車) and the rickshaw puller actually acts as a guide, explaining the history of Asakusa to guests. 

There are even female rickshaw pullers nowadays. 

Sensoji Temple (浅草寺) or also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple is Tokyo's most famous and oldest temple built in the 7th century. It is a must visit for every visitor going to Asakusa. 

On the left is Hozomon (宝蔵門) or Treasure House Gate, which provides the entrance to the inner complex and within it's precincts stands the five storey pagoda (五重塔)

You can also catch a glimpse of Tokyo Sky Tree from Sensoji precinct. 

Tokyo Sky Tree

Advanced reservations must be made for entrance between 22 May'12 - 10 Jul'12. Click here for more details. 

Ticket prices (Adult): 

Tembo Deck (350m) - 2000yen

Tembo Galleria (450m) - 1000yen

Business Hours - 8am - 10pm