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Tembo Deck vs Tembo Galleria – Best Skytree View

Compare Tokyo Skytree's Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria by height, crowds, price, and photography angles to choose the best experience.

2/2/2026
12 min read
Tembo Galleria skywalk with sloped glass corridor

The two decks deliver two different feelings: the Tembo Deck (350 m) is the main stage with space, cafes, and glass floors; the Tembo Galleria (450 m) is a light, sloped corridor that feels like walking in the sky.

Tembo Galleria

TL;DR

Feature Tembo Deck Tembo Galleria
Height 350 m 450 m
Vibe Spacious, family-friendly Futuristic, dramatic
Photos More angles, more room Cleaner skyline lines
Best Time Anytime Sunset/Blue hour
Worth It? Yes for first visit Yes for view collectors

If you only pick one: choose Deck. If you're chasing that floating sensation and crisp skyline, add Galleria.

Visual Geometry & Composition

  • Deck: wider windows and more floor area make long-exposure easier.
  • Galleria: fewer obstructions; skyline appears “flatter” and more graphic.
  • Reflections: use a dark cloth on the glass to reduce glare.

Comfort, Crowds, and Flow

  • Deck lines move faster; Galleria can bottleneck at peak.
  • Families and strollers manage better at the Deck.
  • Galleria is linear; enjoy the progression instead of lingering.

Deck night view

Who Will Love Which?

  • Families, first-timers → Deck.
  • Photographers, skyline fans → Galleria add-on.
  • Motion/height sensitive travelers → Deck only.

Photographer's Mini-Kit

  • Microfiber cloth
  • Small rubber lens hood
  • Dark hoodie to block window glare
Who should skip Galleria?
  • If you're highly sensitive to slopes or heights.
  • If time is tight and sunset is in minutes; you risk queuing.
  • If traveling with toddlers — choose calmer Deck corners.

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I built this Skytree guide to keep your visit simple, spacious, and full of small, helpful tips — from transport to timing to where to linger for the best light.

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