Guidebook for Sumida-ku
Shopping
Daiso
4-chōme-2-28 NishikasaiDAISO 100-yen SHOP
Get good stuff for good price!
Muji
One of the latest shipping mall besides the Tokyo Skytree, now the tallest tower in Japan.
http://www.tokyo-solamachi.jp/english/
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Tokyo Solamachi Loft
1-chōme-1-2 OshiageOne of the latest shipping mall besides the Tokyo Skytree, now the tallest tower in Japan.
http://www.tokyo-solamachi.jp/english/
Ameyoko Shopping Street - It's a lively shopping district. Even if you are not going to buy anything, it should be fun to take a walk along and look around!
http://www.ameyoko.net/
アメ横通り中央商店街振興組合
Ameyoko Shopping Street - It's a lively shopping district. Even if you are not going to buy anything, it should be fun to take a walk along and look around!
http://www.ameyoko.net/
HONJO-KAERUHONPO - Get some Dagashi, retro Japanese candies and snacks! The shop itself has an unique and retro atmosphere.
http://www.kaeruhonpo.com/
駄菓子・もんじゃ 本所かえる本舗
HONJO-KAERUHONPO - Get some Dagashi, retro Japanese candies and snacks! The shop itself has an unique and retro atmosphere.
http://www.kaeruhonpo.com/
Dagashi YUMEYA (4F) - Get some Dagashi, retro Japanese candies and snacks! The shop itself has an unique and retro atmosphere.
http://www.tokyo-solamachi.jp/english/
だがし夢や 東京スカイツリータウンソラマチ店
Dagashi YUMEYA (4F) - Get some Dagashi, retro Japanese candies and snacks! The shop itself has an unique and retro atmosphere.
http://www.tokyo-solamachi.jp/english/
Sightseeing
SKYTREE VIEW RESTAURANT&BAR REN
This place is one of the best choise if you'd love to enjoy a beautiful night view with the Skytree tower.
http://www.tobuhotel.co.jp/levant/restaurant_bar/ren.php
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スカイツリー®ビューレストラン 簾
1-chōme-2-2 Kinshi SKYTREE VIEW RESTAURANT&BAR REN
This place is one of the best choise if you'd love to enjoy a beautiful night view with the Skytree tower.
http://www.tobuhotel.co.jp/levant/restaurant_bar/ren.php
SUMIDA AQUARIUM - Beautiful and exciting aquarium which is equipped with one of the largest indoor pool for animals. Some experiential programs are offered occasionally. Go to the website for the details:
http://www.sumida-aquarium.com/en/zone/penguin.html
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Sumida Aquarium
1-chōme-1-2 OshiageSUMIDA AQUARIUM - Beautiful and exciting aquarium which is equipped with one of the largest indoor pool for animals. Some experiential programs are offered occasionally. Go to the website for the details:
http://www.sumida-aquarium.com/en/zone/penguin.html
Parks & Nature
Ueno Zoo West Garden Cafeteria
9-83 Uenokōenueno zoo
A relaxing park along the Sumida River. It's beautiful especially when Sakura is blooming. Good to take a walk for refreshing.
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Ipharki yeSumida
1-chōme-1 HanakawadoA relaxing park along the Sumida River. It's beautiful especially when Sakura is blooming. Good to take a walk for refreshing.
UENO ZOO - The oldest zoo in Japan.
https://www.tokyo-zoo.net/english/ueno/
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Ueno Zoo
9-83 UenokōenUENO ZOO - The oldest zoo in Japan.
https://www.tokyo-zoo.net/english/ueno/
Food Scene
Toriki
1-chōme-8-13 Kinshijapanese yakitori restaurant
TSUKIJI FISH MARKET
This is a famous and large wholesale fish market.
Tuna auction, one of the most popular things of this place, starts at 3:30pm. There are good sushi and don places in the premise. They are so fresh!
http://www.tsukiji-market.or.jp/tukiji_e.htm
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3021.html
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Tsukiji Fish Market
4 Chome-13 TsukijiTSUKIJI FISH MARKET
This is a famous and large wholesale fish market.
Tuna auction, one of the most popular things of this place, starts at 3:30pm. There are good sushi and don places in the premise. They are so fresh!
http://www.tsukiji-market.or.jp/tukiji_e.htm
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3021.html
Tsukishima Monja Street
Monja-yaki is a similar food to Okonomi-yaki. It probably looks weird at first glance, but tastes actually good. There are about 70 Monja restaurants along the street!
http://www.tokyometro.jp/en/attractions/monja_st/
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Tsukishima Monja Association
1-chōme-8-1 TsukishimaTsukishima Monja Street
Monja-yaki is a similar food to Okonomi-yaki. It probably looks weird at first glance, but tastes actually good. There are about 70 Monja restaurants along the street!
http://www.tokyometro.jp/en/attractions/monja_st/
Chanko TOMOEGATA - Enjoy "Chanko-Nabe", which was originally a hot-pot food for Sumo wrestlers. It's tasty and healthy!
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1066459-d1678317-Reviews-Chanko_Tomoegata-Sumida_Tokyo_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto.html
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Chanko Tomoegata
2-chōme-17-6 RyōgokuChanko TOMOEGATA - Enjoy "Chanko-Nabe", which was originally a hot-pot food for Sumo wrestlers. It's tasty and healthy!
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1066459-d1678317-Reviews-Chanko_Tomoegata-Sumida_Tokyo_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto.html
Chanko KIRISHIMA - Enjoy "Chanko-Nabe", which was originally a hot-pot food for Sumo wrestlers. It's tasty and healthy!
https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g1066459-d1658769-r122196208-Kirishima-Sumida_Tokyo_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto.html
ちゃんこ霧島
Chanko KIRISHIMA - Enjoy "Chanko-Nabe", which was originally a hot-pot food for Sumo wrestlers. It's tasty and healthy!
https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g1066459-d1658769-r122196208-Kirishima-Sumida_Tokyo_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto.html
Chanko AMI - Enjoy "Chanko-Nabe", which was originally a hot-pot food for Sumo wrestlers. It's tasty and healthy!
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1066459-d1679559-Reviews-Chanko_Dining_Ami-Sumida_Tokyo_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto.html
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Ami Ryōgoku
3-chōme-26-6 RyōgokuChanko AMI - Enjoy "Chanko-Nabe", which was originally a hot-pot food for Sumo wrestlers. It's tasty and healthy!
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1066459-d1679559-Reviews-Chanko_Dining_Ami-Sumida_Tokyo_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto.html
Getting Around
Kinshichō Station
3-chōme-14-6 KōtōbashiOshiage Sta.(SKYTREE) station
1-chōme-1-65 OshiageEssentials
SEIYU
4-chōme-27-14 KōtōbashiArts & Culture
This is a fantastic place to learn the history of Tokyo through artifacts and architecture exhibitions. The replica of Edo Castle can be seen here. Even if you are not interested in the Tokyo history, you can still enjoy watching those unique Japanese things!
* Closed on Mondays
https://www.edo-tokyo-museum.or.jp/en/information/
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Edo-Tokyo Museum
1-chōme-4-1 YokoamiThis is a fantastic place to learn the history of Tokyo through artifacts and architecture exhibitions. The replica of Edo Castle can be seen here. Even if you are not interested in the Tokyo history, you can still enjoy watching those unique Japanese things!
* Closed on Mondays
https://www.edo-tokyo-museum.or.jp/en/information/