Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER (Former Nagoya TV Tower)
Nagoya TV Tower in Hisaya-Odori Park is a soaring 180 meters high and was Japan's first-ever steel consolidated steel broadcasting tower. Constructed in 1954, it preceded Tokyo Tower, built in 1958, and Sapporo TV Tower, built in 1957. Thus, as you can imagine it was at the forefront of buildings at the time.
It also boasts more than 50 years as a sightseeing tower for its expansive, breathtaking views, and is designated a tangible cultural property of Japan. As of May 1, 2021, it has taken the name of "Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER".
Nagoya TV Tower in Hisaya-Odori Park is a soaring 180 meters high and was Japan's first-ever steel consolidated steel broadcasting tower. Constructed in 1954, it preceded Tokyo Tower, built in 1958, and Sapporo TV Tower, built in 1957. Thus, as you can imagine it was at the forefront of buildings at the time.
It also boasts more than 50 years as a sightseeing tower for its expansive, breathtaking views, and is designated a tangible cultural property of Japan. As of May 1, 2021, it has taken the name of "Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER".
OVERVIEW
Location | 3-6-15 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi |
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Opening Hours | Weekdays/Sundays: 10:00 am–9:00 pm (admission until 8:40 pm) Saturdays: 10:00 am–9:40 pm (admission until 9:20 pm) Note: • Check the official site for most up-to-date information. |
Regular Holidays | None (Temporary closure may occur due to maintenance twice a year.) |
Access | • From Nagoya Station, take the Higashiyama Subway Line to Sakae Station and walk 3 min. from Exit 3. • From Nagoya Station, take the Sakura-Dori Subway Line to Hisaya-Odori Station and walk 1 min. from Exit 4. • From Nagoya Station Bus Terminal, take the Nagoya Sightseeing Route Bus Me~guru to Nagoya TV Tower (approx. 52-min. ride). |
Parking | Unavailable. Use nearby public parking. |
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