The observation deck is only about 100 m high; however, as Kyoto has virtually no high-rise buildings other than the station, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the cultural capital with a minimum of obstacles. On a clear day the mountains of Higashiyama and Arashiyama are visible on the east and west sides and you may even be lucky to see some buildings in Osaka. (Photo: Manish Prabhune)

Enjoy the Views From Kyoto Tower

Observation tower and tallest structure in Kyoto

Manish Prabhune Jan 18, 2014 - 1分钟阅读时间

Kyoto, the cultural capital, has always resisted modern looking architecture, and the Kyoto Tower had its share of resistance, but was finally completed and opened to general public in 1964. Designed to look like a Japanese candle, Kyoto Tower is an observation tower which is just opposite of JR Kyoto Station.

Do not miss an aerial view of Kyoto, well equipped with binoculars which can give you a wonderful view of this city so rich in culture.

Manish Prabhune @manish.prabhune

Travelling to various places and locations in Japan for over 25 years now, I want to share my experiences and also hear about destinations that I still have not been to in the land of the rising sun. Am a photography enthusiast and love to do slow shutter blue hour photography in Tokyo.