Sumida-Ku
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Sumida City, stretching along the Sumida River in eastern Tokyo, is a place where Japan’s refined traditions and contemporary vision exist in quiet harmony. Anchored by the iconic Tokyo Skytree, the tallest structure in the country and a symbol of modern Japan, the area attracts attention from afar. Yet its true character is revealed at ground level. In its neighborhoods, the spirit of monozukuri lives on through family-run workshops that create byōbu folding screens, leather goods, metalwork, and handmade paper. Rooted in care, skill, and pride in making things well, this approach to craftsmanship has been passed down through generations. Located moments from historic Asakusa, Sumida offers an intimate and authentic side of Tokyo, rewarding curiosity and inviting visitors to experience innovation shaped by human hands and cultural memory.
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Kataoka Byoubu Official Website
The official website of Kataoka Byobu Store Co., Ltd. We offer an inquiry form for ordering Japanese traditional folding screens and showcase examples of our past work. Please feel free to contact us.
Sumida Official Website
Official website of Sumida City, Tokyo. By clicking on the "Sumida Tourism Association" link within the website, you can access tourist information such as Tokyo Skytree, Edo-Tokyo Museum, and recommended events. This resource is useful when planning your trip and sightseeing.