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Art & Edo Culture Walk in Kiyosumi-Shirakawa

Art & Edo Culture Walk in Kiyosumi-Shirakawa
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Overview

Starting from Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station, this walking route begins with the serene beauty of Kiyosumi Gardens, a traditional Japanese landscape garden. Stroll through the nostalgic Fukagawa Shiryokan Street Shopping District, then step back into the Edo period at the Fukagawa Edo Museum, where everyday life of the era is vividly recreated. Next, immerse yourself in contemporary creativity at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (MOT), and finish your journey with a relaxing walk through the spacious greenery of Kiba Park. This course perfectly blends Edo history, downtown culture, modern art, and nature.

At a glance

Distance
1.4 km
Location
Koto City, Tokyo
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Spots along this route

6 spots

Route-ordered classic spots close to the path.

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Route-ordered classic spots close to the path.
1
Kiyosumi Gardens
Classic spot

Kiyosumi Gardens

Located in the heart of the city, this strolling garden is rich in natural beauty, featuring a pond and beautifully arranged stone bridges. Once the suburban residence of the Kishu Tokugawa family, it was later developed by entrepreneur Yataro Iwasaki during the Meiji era. Highlights include the island in the pond and the seasonal flowers.

2 m from start2 m near route
322 m/4 min walk
2
Reiganji
Shrines & Temples

Reiganji

This Jodo sect temple in Koto Ward is believed to have been established with the involvement of Tokugawa Ieyasu. The temple grounds house many graves of Edo-period literati and samurai, reflecting its prestigious connection with the Tokugawa shogunate.

323 m from start83 m near route
18 m/1 min walk
3
Chosei-in Shusse-Fudoson Temple
Shrines & Temples

Chosei-in Shusse-Fudoson Temple

This temple enshrines Fudo Myoo, the deity of success and good fortune, making it especially popular among business people and students preparing for exams. It offers a variety of amulets and goshuin (temple stamps), and special prayers for career advancement are also conducted.

342 m from start19 m near route
101 m/1 min walk
4
Fukagawa Edo Museum
Museums & Art GalleriesShowa

Fukagawa Edo Museum

This museum recreates the Fukagawa area of the Edo period, with authentic reproductions of townhouses and shops. Inside, visitors can see everyday items and business tools from the era, experiencing the atmosphere of Edo streets firsthand. The museum also offers informative guided tours by volunteers, providing deeper insights into Edo culture.

443 m from start21 m near route
425 m/5 min walk
5
Ryokoin
Shrines & Templespopular

Ryokoin

This Nichiren sect temple enshrines Bishamonten, one of the Fukagawa Seven Lucky Gods. Having survived wartime destruction, it retains its original Edo-period architecture, offering a profound sense of historical significance.

868 m from start92 m near route
572 m/7 min walk
6
Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo - MOT
Museums & Art Galleries

Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo - MOT

This museum specializes in contemporary art, featuring numerous works by both domestic and international artists. The building itself is characterized by its modern and stylish design. In addition to permanent exhibitions, the museum regularly hosts special exhibitions, allowing visitors to enjoy a wide range of contemporary art.

1.4 km from start47 m near route
Goal
6 spots

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Sunamachi Ginza Shopping Street

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