Best Visiting Spot List

Immerse yourself in the world of this photographer who loved the Yamato path

Learn from the Great Hanshin Awaji Earthquake

Where the guardian buck and doe are enshrined

Become familiar with the ocean, ships, science, and technology

The main shrine hall is a national treasure with droves of people lining up for the New Year’s shrine visit at “Sumiyossan”

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

It is an aquarium that is located on the shore of Ashinoko Lake. The shows, performed by charming Baikal seals, are popular.

A soto-zen Buddhist temple, better known as Toyokawa Inari, which had been worshiped by both the mighty warriors of each era and common people of Edo-Tokyo. You can make a pilgrimage to the seven lucky gods and enjoy viewing lit paper lanterns.

Witness Japanese paper dyeing, a traditional craft that is designated a cultural heritage of Bunkyo Ward, here at Ochanomizu Origami Kaikan, or Japanese paper folding center.

Fully equipped to accommodate international visitors. Offers cashless payment options, towel rentals, and discount coupons specifically for travelers from abroad.

Nogi Shrine is a shrine where Nogi Maresuke (1849 - 1912), a general in the Imperial Japanese army during the Meiji period (1868-1912), and his wife are enshrined.

A facility where you can experience the nature and history of remote wilderness of Oku-Nikko

The three-story pagoda is the symbol of Takahata

A world-class suspension bridge recognized by Guinness

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).

Komagata Bridge on the Sumida River is 150 meters long and has over 80 years of history.

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

You can experience the world of Mitsuo Aida, a poet and calligrapher who emphasized the preciousness of life with his own phrases and unique styles of calligraphy.

A thought-provoking museum about the history, culture and social role of currency.

A shrine to the south of the imperial palace for gods who offer directional protection