Top Things to do in Sumida
What to do and see in Sumida, Kanto: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Sumida, Japan including Edo-Tokyo Museum, Ryogoku Kokugikan, Kyu Yasuda Garden, Tokyo Skytree, Asahi Beer Headquarters, Sumida Park, TOKYO Solamachi, Sumida Aquarium, Tobacco & Salt Museum, The Sumida Hokusai Museum.
Restaurants in Sumida
1. Edo-Tokyo Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,176 reviews
The Tokyo Metropolitan Edo-Tokyo Museum opened its doors in March 1993 as a space to reflect on the history and culture of Edo-Tokyo and envision the city and life of the future. Housed in a unique building modeled after an elevated-floor type warehouse, the museum has been a landmark and popular tourist attraction in Tokyo since its opening. The permanent exhibition, showcasing original objects and replicas, offers visitors a journey through the 400-year history of Edo-Tokyo since Tokugawa Ieyasu entered Edo. In addition to the permanent exhibition, the museum holds special exhibitions at the first floor gallery five to six times a year and carries out various other events, including lectures and workshops on the history and culture of Edo-Tokyo. ※As part of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s measures to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, Edo Tokyo Museum will suspend or cancel museum-organized exhibitions and other events from April 25 (Sun) to May 31 (Tue).
Reviewed By stephanied623 - Milwaukee, United States
When we went, we chose a Saturday to see the live re-enactment of Edo-period music and dance. (Found those details on Peatix) and we were not disappointed! So beautiful! The museum itself was also very impressive. Loved the Bridge and Home Replicas, a few interactive exhibits to touch and try, and the audio guide fits on one ear and starts talking about the exhibit you are near by tapping it to the sign or walking near. Very wonderful sights and experiences here. Beautiful views and explanations and simply an amazing museum all around!
2. Ryogoku Kokugikan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 874 reviews
Reviewed By larryb802 - Pattaya, Thailand
We attended the May basho in Tokyo. This was our second time at the Kokugikan for sumo. I encourage everyone to see a Grand Sumo Tournament! There are 6 such tournaments a year in Japan: 3 in Tokyo; 1 in Nagoya; 1 in Fukuoka; 1 in Osaka. I see on this site that some people have had difficulty buying sumo tickets from overseas. Others have paid way too much for their tickets. Both times, we bought our tickets through the same website (I am not allowed to state here the name of the site – I tried!). This site charges a modest fee for purchasing the tickets for you, then a small fee for international mailing you the tickets. (You can, alternately, chose to have the tickets sent to your hotel in Japan; we haven't tried this option.) Their customer service is amazing! For example, the cost for 4 people on a weekday, Arena A seats, would be: *per seat = 9,000Yen + 1,200 Service Charge = 10,200Yen *times 4 = 40,800Yen *plus 1,590 - 2,550 Yen for shipping (depending where you live) *TOTAL for 4 people = 42,390 - 43,350Yen (=about $387US) Andrew J's review on this site states that he paid $186 AUD per seat for a 3,800Yen seat (which would likely be an Arena C seat). At the site we used, he would have paid (by my calculation) 22,600 Yen total for 4 seats = about $70 AUD per seat. The site we used was not difficult to find on the Internet, so keep trying! PLEASE SEE SUMO! But, do it at a REASONABLE PRICE!
3. Kyu Yasuda Garden
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 227 reviews
Reviewed By gogycon
For traditional garden aficionados, this rather small garden, easily accessed from nearby Sumo arena has a little secret to know! The pond is fed by water from the nearby Sumida river, which is also fed by Tokyo bay.So, across the pond are the stepping stones or "tobi ishi" which can be crossed by visitors depending on the sea tides! Try your luck !?
4. Tokyo Skytree
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7,963 reviews
Reviewed By 629yeetingc - Singapore, Singapore
I went before the sunsets, so I managed to get 2 different views of daylight and night view, it is really a must go, the views is fantastic and worthwhile and i can say it is worth a million dollar view night scenery if you really cannot afford too much time. the building has a lot of food and shopping below which you can spend few hours . I have hours of wow wow , impressed by the various views 360degrees and big glass panel and transparent glass flooring, etc, etc
5. Asahi Beer Headquarters
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 464 reviews
Reviewed By Bruna_G_Vieira - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Place for Beer Lovers: what else can I say? Take this time to enjoy different types of delicious beers and also have good appetizers.
6. Sumida Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 272 reviews
Reviewed By PaulSiow - Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
We walked to this park several times as we stayed in Asakusa. Saw locals walking and relaxing. There was some local events. We crossed the bridge over the Sumida river and enjoyed views of cherry blossoms.
7. TOKYO Solamachi
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,392 reviews
This Tokyo-Skytree-adjacent mall has shops selling high-quality souvenirs, clothing, Japanese sweets, and toys. Tourist-friendly offerings include shipping, tax-free shopping, and language assistance.
Reviewed By goic - Taito, Japan
TOKYO SORAMACHI 3F FOOD COURT The recommended food court on the 3rd floor of the Tokyo Soramachi area in the Tokyo Sky Tree is "SORAMACHI TABETERASU".???????????????????? There are restaurants on 6F.7F.30F…etc., but here you can eat the food court at a relatively low price. 6Fの名物行列回転寿司店????…???? には何度も食べに行きますが… 3Fのフードコート… "ソラマチ タベテラス"は初訪問。 海鮮丼…ラーメン…焼肉丼…中華…うどん…タイ料理…日本そば屋さんなどなど… 有名店がズラリと並んで、とてもリーズナブルで何を食べようか迷いました…???? 早く食べてまた観光して… 時間短縮にいいスペースですねぇ〜????
8. Sumida Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 850 reviews
Reviewed By E62LVtonim - Kingsport, United States
My cousin took us to Sumida Aquarium last week. It was awesome. For a small aquarium, it had as much versatility as some much larger aquariums I've been to around the world. There were goldfish from around the world, penguins and varieties and stages of jellyfish as well as many other unique aquatic life.
9. Tobacco & Salt Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By KC930
Could have spent 2 hours here if I had the time to look at everything carefully. Was even better than expected after reading all the positive reviews here. Apart from the salt section and the tobacco section, when I went there was an exhibition on tobacco advertisement posters from the past - very interesting to look at and the explanations were entertaining to read. For the permanent exhibitions (salt section and tobacco section), there is an excellent audio guide in various languages. You can either use smartphone or if you didn't bring your headphones like me you can rent an audio guide at the counter for free (pay 1000yen deposit). Staff were friendly and helpful. And can't believe admission is just 100yen! I would've happily paid more given all the thought, research, design and preparation that must've gone into this museum!
10. The Sumida Hokusai Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 261 reviews
The Sumida Hokusai Museum aims to share its passion for Hokusai with the rest of the world. Discover one of the world’s most famous artists and his ukiyo-e masterpieces, including lost renovated works, a reconstruction of his studio, and the Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji series, featuring the world famous Great Wave Off Kanagawa. Opening Hours Monday – Closed Tuesday – Sunday 9:30 am – 5:30 pm Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours Fee: ¥400 (discounts and free admission available when applicable)
Reviewed By adrianw818 - Surbiton, United Kingdom
Whilst staying in Tokyo and after visiting the EDO - Tokyo Museum we discovered nearby this new building devoted to Hokusai the acclaimed and influential 17th Century Artist . It has only been open a year or so and as a result it isn’t in most of the guide books to Japan or Tokyo yet . A very modern designed architecturally arresting building it contains a state of the art celebration of the life and work of Hokusai ( who resided for much of his life in various houses in the Sumida River area adjacent to the museum ) with many examples of his wood block prints and illustrations and even a recreation of his studio with subtly animated versions of the artist and his daughter There is also a temporary exhibition space which at this time had a great exhibition of the famous contemporary Manga artist ... who was influenced by Hokusai and in a witty homage incorporated one of his most famous characters into “reimagined “ versions of Hokusai paintings . The museum also has a small but excellent well stocked gift shop with books / post cards t shirts etc . There is a admission charge with an extra fee to visit the temporary exhibition space . So this was not only a pleasant surprise but a really charming informative and extremely well done visitor experience that will fascinate anyone with remotest interest in Japanese art .And certainly worth adding on to any itinerary in Tokyo .
