Sumida River

The Sumida river, in Tokyo

The Sumida river is an emblematic waterway of Tokyo, which crosses the city near Asakusa. The Tokyo audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this history-laden river, lined with promenades and urban landscapes.

An emblematic river of the capital

About twenty-three kilometres long, the Sumida river crosses Tokyo and borders the Asakusa district. Linked to the history of the city, it is on its waters that the statue of Kannon, at the origin of the Senso-ji temple, is said to have been discovered. Lined with promenades, parks and spanned by bridges, it offers fine perspectives over the city, notably towards the Tokyo Sky Tree. It can be travelled by boat, on an urban cruise.

What to see

Here you enjoy the promenades along the river, the bridges, the parks and the fine perspectives over the city, notably towards the Tokyo Sky Tree. The Sumida river, linked to the history of the Senso-ji temple, is also discovered by boat. It is a pleasant stop, ideal for taking a breath along the water, near Asakusa.

Practical information

The Sumida river borders the Asakusa district, in Tokyo, reachable on foot. The banks and promenades are freely accessible public spaces; the boat cruises follow their own hours and conditions, which vary. The walk along the river is particularly pleasant, especially in spring.

What is the length of the Sumida river?

The Sumida river is about twenty-three kilometres long; it crosses Tokyo and borders the Asakusa district.

Where is the Sumida river?

It crosses Tokyo and borders the Asakusa district.