Jul 16, 2013 - 1 min read

Sumida River Promenade in Asakusa

A nice view of the Skytree building by the Sumida River

By Virginia Gonzalez

Community writer

View of the Skytree and the Asahi Beer Hall from the Azumabashi Bridge

There are different kinds of flowers located in some areas of the promenade.

A visitor observing the Skytree Building

The promenade is always full of people observing the skyline and taking pictures of it.

The promenade is located about 50 meters away from the Asakusa Station. In front of it, there is an information stand.

The train tracks cross the river in parallel to the Azumabashi Brudge.

The river was quite dirty and replete of jellyfish

A view of the promenade and the Sumida River

Close up of the Skytree Observation Deck from the Sumida River.

As the day got darker, the sunset was projected on one of the skyscrapers from across the river.

Detail of the beautiful sunrise projected on the skyscraper and, at the same time, on the water.

All the visitors, including myself, were waiting for the day to get darker and the Skytree to light up.

Finally, the Skytree was illuminated.

A view of the skyline at night.

The promenade lights up at night.

Finally, a view of the Skytree and its neighboring skyscrapers from the Azumabashi Bridge.

Just 50 meters far from the Asakusa Metro Station and a five minute walk from the Sanja-sama shrine, there is a quiet and peaceful place perfect for wandering, jogging, biking, relaxing or taking pictures; I'm talking about a promenade by the Sumida River. Supplied with plenty of benches, fountains, toilets and an adjunct park, the Asakusa Sumida River promenade is an excellent choice for spending an evening out.
In addition, regular river cruises depart from this spot, for visitors who want to take a boat tour through the city.

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