Soar Above the City with the Tokoname Children’s Choir This Christmas!
Looking for a unique and enchanting way to celebrate the festive season? Join the Tokoname Children’s Choir this Christmas for a heartwarming performance 180 meters above Nagoya! Enjoy beautiful renditions of Christmas carols and Italian classical folk songs, accompanied by piano, all while taking in breathtaking panoramic views.
Event Details:
Date: 15th December 2024
Time: Two performances:
- ① 1:00 PM
- ② 2:00 PM (Each performance lasts approximately 20 minutes)
Venue: Higashiyama Sky Tower 5th Floor Observation Room
Genre: Christmas Carols & Italian Classical Folk Music
Cost: Free (Higashiyama Sky Tower admission fee applies)
Higashiyama Sky Tower: More Than Just a View
Perched atop an 80m hill, the 134m Higashiyama Sky Tower offers stunning views from its 180m-high observation deck. On a clear day, you can spot Mount Ontake, the Suzuka Mountain Range, and even the majestic Japanese Alps. As night falls, the cityscape transforms into a twinkling wonderland, recognized as a “Japan Night View Heritage Site” and one of the “100 Best Night Views”. The tower is also a designated “Lover’s Sanctuary,” featuring a “Love Compass” on the 4th floor where you can leave a romantic memento.
Ticket Information:
While the concert itself is free, access to the Higashiyama Sky Tower requires an admission fee:
- Adults (High school students and above): 300 yen
- Junior High School Students and Younger: Free
- Combined Zoo and Botanical Garden/Tower Ticket: Adults (High school students and above) 640 yen
- Discounts available for individuals with disabilities, welfare facilities, and various schools.
Getting There:
- Approximately 15 minutes walk from Exit 6 of Hoshigaoka Station on the Higashiyama Subway Line (Hoshigaoka Terrace direction)
- Directly accessible from the Sky Tower Gate of Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Contact:
Higashiyama Sky Tower: 052-781-5586 (English inquiries accepted)
What is Higashiyama Sky Tower?
The Higashiyama Sky Tower is a notable structure in Nagoya, Japan, located within the Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens. Rising to 134 meters, it provides expansive views of Nagoya and, on clear days, the Japanese Alps. The tower includes multiple observation decks that offer impressive sights, especially at sunset and night when the city’s lights become visible. Visitors can also find a restaurant and a café inside, where they can enjoy meals or refreshments while overlooking the scenery. In addition to its function as a popular tourist spot, the tower hosts various events and exhibitions, enhancing its role as a dynamic venue for cultural activities.
