The white and red Kyoto Tower rising from its base building above central Kyoto under a cloudy sky, with mountains behind.

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Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower, officially Nidec Kyoto Tower, is a 131-metre observation tower opposite Kyoto Station, completed in 1964 to a design by Mamoru Yamada. Built of stacked steel rings clad in white-painted steel plate rather than a lattice, it sits on a nine-storey building with a hotel and shops; its observation deck at 100 metres looks out over the city.

Good to know

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–21:00
Price: From $6.33

Hours checked October 16, 2026 · source kyoto-tower.jp

Tickets for Kyoto Tower

Every ticket this venue sells through our partners, with what each one includes.

Entry Ticket

4.2 ★ 18

Sold by Tiqets

From $6.33

Admission to Kyoto Tower

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Prices are updated regularly — final price and availability are confirmed on the booking partner’s website.

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week

Mon10:00–21:00

Tue10:00–21:00

Wed10:00–21:00

Thu10:00–21:00

Fri10:00–21:00

Sat10:00–21:00

Sun10:00–21:00

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kyoto Tower free?

No. Tickets start at $6.33.

What are the opening hours of Kyoto Tower?

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–21:00.

Where can I buy tickets for Kyoto Tower?

Tickets are sold online by Tiqets, from $6.33.

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