The most direct route from Tokyo Station to Tokyo Skytree is the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, which runs from Otemachi to Oshiage Station (directly below the Skytree), with a trip of about 12 minutes and 220 yen. The JR Sobu Line to Kinshicho, then the Tobu Skytree Line, is also fast and JR Pass-friendly for part of the journey.
Quick Answer: Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line from Otemachi Station to Oshiage Station: 12 minutes, 220 yen. Oshiage Station is directly connected to Tokyo Skytree Town underground. No outdoor walking required. Otemachi Station is a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Station.
Best Route
Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line (recommended): Walk 5 minutes from Tokyo Station to Otemachi Station (connected via an underground passage). Take the Hanzomon Line to Oshiage Station: 12 minutes, approximately 220 yen. Oshiage Station connects directly underground to Tokyo Skytree Town.
JR Sobu Line + Tobu Line: JR Sobu Line (rapid) from Tokyo Station to Kinshicho Station (10 minutes, JR Pass valid). Transfer to the Tobu Skytree Line to Oshiage Station (2 minutes, 150 yen). Total: about 20 minutes.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1 (Hanzomon route): From Tokyo Station, follow the underground signs to Otemachi Station. Underground passages connect the two stations, and the walk takes about 5 minutes. At Otemachi, board the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line (Z) toward the Shibuya direction. Oshiage is in the opposite direction, toward Oshiage (Skytree). 12 minutes.
Step 2: Exit at Oshiage Station (Tokyo Skytree). The station is in the basement of Tokyo Skytree Town. Follow signs for Tokyo Skytree or the Tembo Deck. The elevator to the observation deck ticket counter is clearly signed from the basement level.
Step 3: Purchase a Tokyo Skytree entry ticket (Tembo Deck at 350m: 2,100 yen weekday adult) or present a pre-booked online ticket. Reserve a time slot in advance online to avoid queues.
Cost
Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line: Approximately 220 yen. Not covered by JR Pass.
JR Sobu + Tobu route: JR Sobu to Kinshicho covered by JR Pass. Tobu Skytree Line: 150 yen extra.
Tokyo Skytree entry: Tembo Deck (350m) from 2,100 yen. Tembo Galleria (450m), an additional 1,000 yen.
Travel Time
Tokyo Station to Skytree ticket counter: approximately 20 minutes total via the Hanzomon Line route, including the 5-minute walk to Otemachi and 5 minutes navigating from Oshiage Station to the ticket counter.
Taxi Option
A taxi from Tokyo Station to Tokyo Skytree costs approximately 1,500 to 2,500 yen and takes 15 to 25 minutes, a reasonable option given the short distance. Particularly practical with luggage or early in the morning before metro services are fully underway.
Best Option with Luggage
The Hanzomon Line route is accessible and handles luggage well. Both Otemachi and Oshiage Stations have elevators. Tokyo Skytree Town has coin lockers available at the basement level if you want to store bags before ascending.
Best Option Late at Night
Tokyo Skytree closes at 110:30 pmwith last entry at 10 pm. The Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line from Oshiage runs until after midnight. An evening visit to Skytree from Tokyo Station is practical,l and the return journey is straightforward.
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FAQ
What is the fastest route from Tokyo Station to Skytree?
The Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line from Otemachi (a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Station) to Oshiage Station takes 12 minutes and is the fastest overall route; the total door-to-Skytree counter is about 20 minutes.
Is Oshiage Station directly at Tokyo Skytree?
Yes. Oshiage Station (also signed as Tokyo Skytree Station) is in the basement of Tokyo Skytree Town. The underground connection means you can walk from the train directly to the Skytree elevator lobby without going outside.
Should I book Tokyo Skytree tickets in advance?
Yes. Booking is recommended, especially on weekends and Japanese public holidays, and during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons, when visibility and tourist numbers are both high. Book at Tokyo Skytree.
