The world's tallest free-standing broadcasting tower with a height of 634m - the Tokyo Skytree. It was built as a radio and television tower to broadcast throughout the Kanto region.

To get there it requires a bit of walking. You can either go to Tokyo Skytree Station or Oshiage Skytree Station and then walk following the signs. If you get lost, just look up and search for the Skytree. It's so tall, you cannot miss it.

The entrance was fully crowded so it took us a while to buy the tickets. We bought a same day ticket to the Tembo Galleria, which was around 3.000 Yen, I believe. Yes, that's a bit pricy but the view is amazing.

It's difficult to describe the emotions of the view at such a height, overlooking a city of over 13 million people. We were all like "ooh" and "aww". Sometimes you could feel the tower moving underneath your feet, which made me think I am actually being on a living thing.

There are dozens of shops and restaurants inside, like Hello Kitty and clothing outlets. You won't get bored checking all the things they have to offer. Oh, and there is a Ghibli shop nearby the Skytree that you might want to check out before leaving. We did and spent a lot of time inside.

My Japanese friend said Tokyo Skytree is especially beautiful around Christmas, when all of the tower is illuminated in Christmas themed lights. However, it's a fun experience throughout the whole year.

We spent the rest of the day exploring the neighborhood and playing games inside those damn game centers, which are way too much fun.