Best Visiting around Ryogoku / TOKYO SKYTREE(R) Spot List

A museum introducing Edo hanabi (fireworks) and brimming with the atmosphere of the era.

A museum that displays precious references to sumo wrestling — a form of traditional culture dating to the era of Japanese myths.

This is a museum where you can enjoy learning the 400 years of history and culture of Edo-Tokyo.

It is 634 meters tall, the tallest free-standing broadcasting tower in the world. From its two observatories, you can overlook a view up to 70 km away on a sunny day.

This aquarium features a unique lineup, including the ”Jellyfish Kaleidoscope” and ”Edo-rium,” which can only be seen at this aquarium.

This museum owns over 38,000 artifacts relating to the culture and history of tobacco and salt both from Japan and overseas.

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

A museum specializing in Japanese swords. Some 190 items including swords, mountings and fittings, armor, and information on metalwork.

A 670-meter-long shopping street with a variety of small shops.

Ryogoku Kokugikan or the Ryogoku Sumo Arena offers three grand sumo wrestling tournaments every year. This arena draws your attention with its traditional-style seats and atmosphere while you are enjoying games of the national sport of Japan (sumo).

Founded by Kunio Kobayashi, the notable bonsai (potted plant) creator. Artistic bonsai are in line with each other at the Japanese garden. You can also purchase some of them.

Ryogoku and its surrounding areas are rich in tradition and culture that have been passed down since the Edo period (1603-1868). Find everything you want to know about Ryogoku, here at our information center.

Directly connected to Oshiage Station, located next to TOKYO SKYTREE, and representing all the attractions of Sumida City 's industry, culture, history, tourism, and gourmet food. Duty free is available.

Displays and sells cut glass. Workshops are also offered.

A bridge connecting Arakawa, Sumida and Taito. A nice place to stroll and view Tokyo Skytree®.

A Brilliant Firework Festival with an Ever-changing Theme

This is a shopping avenue with a retro presence. Its morning market held on the fourth Sunday every month is popular.

Pick up your items at the airport counter upon arrival in Japan.

The Sumo Photography Museum is placed in the parking area of a photo studio. There are many items on display, including photographs of successive generations of great sumo wrestlers, references, and sumo wrestlers' ornamental aprons.

Torikoe Shrine has over 1,360 years of history. It is an old, historical shrine that receives many visitors at its traditional events such as the Tondo Yaki ceremonial burning and the Torikoe Festival.