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Higashi Shirahige Parks and History Loop

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Overview

From Daiichi Terajima Elementary School, the route visits Shirahige Shrine and Hosen-ji Temple before entering Higashi Shirahige Park. Sumidagawa Shrine, Mokubo-ji Temple, the Enomoto Takeaki statue, and Mukojima-Hyakkaen Garden shape the return.

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Distance
4.1 km
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2 spots

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Shirahige Shrine
Shrines & Temples

Shirahige Shrine

This shrine, located in Koto Ward, Tokyo, is known as a place to pray for longevity and good health. Situated along the Sumida River, it is also revered as a guardian deity protecting the community from flooding. The shrine itself holds historical significance and is cherished by the local residents.

411 m from start31 m near route
3.1 km/39 min walk
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Mukojima Hyakkaen Garden
Gardens & Parks

Mukojima Hyakkaen Garden

Mukojima Hyakkaen is Japan's only flower garden-style garden, established in 1804 during the late Edo period. It features a variety of seasonal flowers, with plum blossoms and bush clover being especially famous. The garden harmoniously blends historical ambiance with natural beauty, making it an ideal spot for strolling and relaxation. Designated as a cultural property, it offers visitors a glimpse into the floral culture of the Edo period.

3.6 km from start79 m near route
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Mukojima Literary Heritage Walk

From Higashi-Mukojima Station, visit Mukojima-Hyakkaen Garden and the former Koda Rohan residence site in Rohan Children's Park. Hato no Machi shopping street, Chomei-ji, Kofuku-ji, the folk museum, and Sumida Park lead to Honjo-Azumabashi Station.

3.4 km route
Walk538 m away

Hikifune Market and Shopping Walk

Hikifune Station leads to the Sumida outdoor market and Mukojima Umebachiya before entering Kirakira Tachibana Shopping Street. Jukken Bridge and Oshiage Yoshikatsu continue toward Tokyo Skytree Station.

4.3 km route
Sumida River Bridge Walk
Walk773 m away

Sumida River Bridge Walk

Beginning at Shirahige Bridge, the route follows the Sumida River past Sakura, Kototoi, Azuma, and Komagata bridges. Umaya, Kuramae, Yanagi, Asakusa, and Saemon bridges complete a continuous survey of the river crossings.

Taito City, Tokyo7 km route
Sanyabori and Sumida Riverside Loop
Walk971 m away

Sanyabori and Sumida Riverside Loop

Ishihama Park and two local shopping streets lead to Tamahime Inari Shrine and Sanyabori Park. From Matsuchiyama Shoden Temple, the circuit reaches the Sumida riverfront at Kototoi and Sakura bridges before returning inland.

Taito City, Tokyo5.4 km route