The thousands of people who flocked Tuesday to Tokyo Skytree on its opening day saw police and municipalities scrambling to handle the throng.
Officials had expected a turnout of 200,000 and about 200 police officers were on hand to control traffic and ensure safety at the world's tallest tower.
Sumida Ward, where the structure stands, issued a request on its website asking visitors to use public transportation to minimize street traffic.
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