In Pictures: Tokyo Tower: Tokyo Tower

Odaiba can be clearly seen from the viewing platform. Rainbow Bridge stands in front with the Fuji TV building behind it. Airplanes from Tokyo's two airports, Haneda and Narita, can be seen in this direction.

Tokyo Tower is modeled after the Eiffel Tower but is 9 meters taller at 333 meters. It is much lighter because of improved construction materials and a stronger design and is the world's tallest self supporting iron structure. (Read More: Tokyo Tower)