🥋🎨 Ryogoku Walk 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Sumo × Hokusai × Edo Museum 🏯

**🌐 INFORMATION** **[https://englishonlycafe.com/info/](https://englishonlycafe.com/info/)** ＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝ \* 日本語の案内は英語の案内の下にございます **🥋🎨 Ryogoku Walk 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Sumo × Hokusai × Edo Museum 🏯** 👉 Explore the historic sumo town of Ryogoku! 👉 Follow the footsteps of Hokusai and Tokugawa Ieyasu, and experience Edo culture at the Edo-Tokyo Museum! 👉 International Meetup at a Cafe & Walking. \*\*\* **Let's explore Ryogoku together!** Discover the historic district of Ryogoku, famous as the home of sumo, on this cultural walking tour. Enjoy the beautiful riverside scenery along the Sumida River, stroll through a traditional Japanese garden dating back to the Edo period, and visit sites connected with sumo, the famous artist Hokusai, and Edo culture. It's a relaxing walk where you can experience Tokyo's rich history and traditions. **We'll start at the café.** Relax with English conversation and international exchange in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you're joining for the first time or coming alone, it's easy to meet new people and make friends. After the meetup, we'll take the JR train to Ryogoku. Our first stop is **Ryogoku Edo NOREN**, a shopping and dining complex designed to recreate the atmosphere of old Edo. We'll then visit the **Sumida River Terrace Gallery** and the beautiful **Former Yasuda Garden**. Next, we'll explore **the Sumo Museum** to learn about Japan's national sport, before finishing at the **Edo-Tokyo Museum**, where you can discover the history of Tokyo from the Edo period to the present day. 🌟 **Event Highlights** \- International exchange at the café \- Walking tour around Ryogoku \- Ryogoku Edo NOREN \- Sumida River Terrace Gallery \- Former Yasuda Garden \- The Sumo Museum \- Edo\-Tokyo Museum \(free time to explore\) Experience the best of Ryogoku through sumo, Edo culture, Japanese gardens, art, and history—all in one afternoon. Join people from around the world and discover one of Tokyo's most fascinating historic neighborhoods together! \*\*\* 🏺**Route** 📍 **ENGLISH ONLY CAFE (12:10–1:35 PM)** Relax at a café while enjoying English conversation and an international meetup in a friendly atmosphere. There will also be a short self-introduction session before departure, so even first-time participants can easily connect with others. ⬇️ 📍 **Departure (1:35 PM)** Take the JR train from **Ochanomizu Station** to **Ryogoku Station** (¥155). ⬇️ 📍 **Ryogoku Edo NOREN** Ryogoku Edo NOREN is a shopping and dining complex designed to recreate the atmosphere of Edo-period Japan. Located in the heart of Tokyo's sumo district, it offers a unique opportunity to experience traditional Japanese food and culture. Inside, you'll find restaurants serving chanko nabe, sushi, Japanese cuisine, and sweets, along with a full-sized sumo ring displayed in the center of the building. It's a great place to experience the charm of old Edo while enjoying a meal. ⬇️ 📍 **Sumida River Terrace Gallery** The Sumida River Terrace Gallery is an open-air art gallery located along the Sumida River promenade. As you stroll beside the river, you can enjoy photographs, artwork, and exhibits showcasing the area's history and culture. The combination of riverside scenery and public art makes it a perfect stop during a relaxing walk around Ryogoku. ⬇️ 📍 **Former Yasuda Garden** Former Yasuda Garden is a historic Japanese strolling garden dating back to the Edo period. Centered around a beautiful pond, the garden features elegant stone bridges, landscaped hills, and seasonal scenery that reflects the beauty of traditional Japanese gardens. Despite its central Tokyo location, it offers a peaceful escape and is a favorite spot for walking and photography. ⬇️ 📍 **The Sumo Museum** Located inside Ryogoku Kokugikan, the Sumo Museum introduces the history and culture of Japan's national sport. Its collection includes materials related to legendary yokozuna, traditional woodblock prints, ceremonial aprons, tournament rankings, and many other valuable exhibits