展てん望ぼう塔とう

noun

observation tower; lookout tower

A tower or elevated structure built for viewing scenery, often found in parks, tourist spots, or harbors. The gloss 'conning tower' is a specialized naval term for an armored pilot house on a warship; in general use, 'observation tower' is more common.

• 港みなとの展てん望ぼう塔とうから夕ゆう日ひを見みた。

  I watched the sunset from the harbor's observation tower.