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The two stations beneath the tower, the easy walk from Asakusa, and step-by-step routes from Narita, Haneda and central Tokyo.
Tokyo Skytree is one of the easiest major attractions in Tokyo to reach, for a simple reason: it sits directly on top of its own railway stations, so you arrive at the foot of the tower without a single street to cross. Two stations serve it — Tokyo Skytree Station on the Tobu Skytree Line, and Oshiage (Skytree) Station, which links the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, the Toei Asakusa Line and the Keisei lines into the same base complex. From either, signs lead you up to the ticketing and lift floor on the 4th floor of the tower base. There's no need for a car, and parking nearby is limited and pricey. The tower's position in the Sumida district also puts it a short hop — or a pleasant riverside walk — from Asakusa, and within an hour or so of both of Tokyo's airports. This guide covers the stations, the Asakusa walk, and the practical routes from the places most visitors start their day.
The two stations beneath the tower
Tokyo Skytree has two railway stations at its base, and knowing which line you're travelling on tells you which to aim for. Tokyo Skytree Station sits on the Tobu Skytree Line and is the most direct of the two — it's effectively built into the tower complex itself, and it's the station you reach from Asakusa in a single short stop. Oshiage (Skytree) Station is the other, and it's the bigger interchange: it's served by the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, the Toei Asakusa Line and the Keisei lines, and it connects directly into the base complex through sheltered underground passages, so you can reach the lifts without stepping outside even in rain. For most visitors coming from central Tokyo, whichever line you happen to be on will feed into one of these two stations with a single connection.
Whichever station you arrive at, follow the clearly signposted route up to the 4th floor of the tower base, where the observation-deck ticket counters and the high-speed lifts are located — there is no separate street-level walk to factor in. The Keisei lines that pass through Oshiage are particularly useful because they run to and from Narita Airport, meaning you can reach the tower directly from the airport with relatively few changes. Both base stations have lift access throughout, which makes the journey largely step-free for travellers arriving with suitcases, prams or specific mobility needs — a genuine advantage in a city where a great many older stations are still served by stairs alone and can be awkward with luggage.
Walking from Asakusa across the Sumida
If you're already in Asakusa, the most enjoyable way to reach Tokyo Skytree is simply on foot. The tower stands across the Sumida River, clearly visible from the Asakusa riverside, and it's only about a 20-minute walk over one of the bridges — an easy, flat stroll with the tower in view the entire way. A dedicated pedestrian route, the Sumida River Walk, a footbridge opened alongside a riverside development to connect Asakusa directly with Tokyo Skytree Town, makes the crossing easy and scenic, with the lattice tower growing steadily larger ahead of you as you approach. It runs beside the railway bridge over the river, so the walk doubles as a fine introduction to this older, low-rise side of the city.
If you'd rather not walk, the Tobu Skytree Line links Asakusa Station directly to Tokyo Skytree Station in a single stop, taking just a couple of minutes — useful in bad weather or with tired children. Either way, the sheer proximity makes Asakusa and the Skytree a natural pairing for one day: many visitors spend the morning exploring Senso-ji temple and the Nakamise shopping street when the temple is at its calmest, then cross the river to ride up the tower for the late-afternoon or sunset view. The riverside stretch between the two, with the Skytree looming over the water and pleasure boats passing below, is one of the more atmospheric short walks anywhere in this part of Tokyo and is worth doing on foot at least one way.
From Narita and Haneda airports
From Narita Airport, the train is usually the simplest option: Keisei line services run from the airport toward the city and connect through to Oshiage (Skytree) Station beneath the tower, typically taking a little over an hour with one change at an interchange such as Keisei-Takasago. Because the Keisei lines serve the very station the tower sits on top of, the route involves relatively few transfers for an airport this far out of the city. There is also a direct Skytree Shuttle airport bus service running between Narita and Tokyo Skytree Town, which is the easier choice for travellers with heavy luggage who'd rather avoid hauling cases through station changes, though it runs to a fixed timetable with only a handful of daily departures.
From Haneda Airport, which is much closer to central Tokyo than Narita, the journey is around an hour by train and subway, again routing through to the stations at the tower's base, or alternatively by the Skytree Shuttle bus. In both cases, arriving with luggage is manageable thanks to the lift access at the base stations and the sheltered underground passages, but most visitors heading in from the airport prefer to drop their bags at their accommodation first rather than carry them up the tower. If you're connecting via central Tokyo anyway — as most arrivals do — it's usually easiest to settle in, leave your luggage, and then make the short, simple metro hop out to the tower as a separate trip later in your stay.
From Tokyo Station, Shinjuku and central districts
From Tokyo Station, the tower is roughly 35 minutes away by train. A common and straightforward route is the JR Yamanote Line north to Ueno, then the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line across to Asakusa, and finally the Tobu Skytree Line one short stop to Tokyo Skytree Station at the foot of the tower. From Shinjuku on the city's west side, allow around 45 minutes; routes typically connect onto the Toei Asakusa Line, which runs directly through to Oshiage (Skytree) Station beneath the tower, so the final approach needs no extra walking at street level. Either way the changes are well signposted in English and easy to follow, and the trains are frequent throughout the day, so there is rarely a long wait on the platform between connections.
As a general rule, the fastest route from anywhere in central Tokyo is whichever line connects most directly to the Hanzomon, Toei Asakusa or Tobu Skytree lines, since all three feed straight into the base of the tower without a walk at the end. A transit app, or a prepaid IC card such as Suica or Pasmo tapped at the gates, makes navigating the changes painless and removes any need to work out individual fares. The journey is almost always a short, single-connection ride from the major hubs. Because the tower sits directly above its own stations, you never have to budget for a walk at the finish — step off the train, follow the clear signs for the Skytree, and you're at the 4th-floor ticketing and lift area within a few minutes.
Frequently asked
What station is Tokyo Skytree at?
Two stations sit directly beneath it: Tokyo Skytree Station on the Tobu Skytree Line, and Oshiage (Skytree) Station, served by the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, the Toei Asakusa Line and the Keisei lines. From either, follow signs up to the 4th-floor ticket counters and lifts.
How do you get from Asakusa to Tokyo Skytree?
It's about a 20-minute walk across the Sumida River, with the tower in clear view the whole way, or a single stop on the Tobu Skytree Line from Asakusa Station to Tokyo Skytree Station, taking just a couple of minutes.
How do you get to Tokyo Skytree from Narita Airport?
The Keisei lines run from Narita and connect through to Oshiage (Skytree) Station beneath the tower, usually a little over an hour with one change. A direct Skytree Shuttle airport bus to Tokyo Skytree Town is also available for those with heavy luggage.
How do you get to Tokyo Skytree from Haneda Airport?
Around an hour by train and subway, routing through to the stations at the tower's base, or by the Skytree Shuttle bus. Haneda is much closer to the city than Narita, so the journey is shorter overall.
How long does it take to get to Tokyo Skytree from Tokyo Station?
About 35 minutes. A typical route is the JR Yamanote Line to Ueno, the Ginza Line to Asakusa, then one stop on the Tobu Skytree Line to Tokyo Skytree Station.
Is there parking at Tokyo Skytree?
There is parking at the base complex, but it's limited and expensive, and the area is heavily built up. With two railway stations directly beneath the tower, public transport is far easier than driving.
Where is the Tokyo Skytree ticket counter and entrance?
The observation-deck ticket counters and the high-speed lifts are on the 4th floor of the tower base. From either station beneath the tower, follow the signposted route up to that floor.