This is the third in a series that rediscovers the charm of Chuo-ku while comparing along the edge of the friendship river between the Sumida River and the Seine. (Please refer to the “Introduction” section for “Prologue”. "Sumida River and Seine" ≪Introduction≫
It may be {island} that accents the flow of the river and spreads the landscape. You can look at the island from the riverbank, or cross the island to enjoy a kind of "other world".
There are two famous islands floating in the Seine. One is the island of St. Louise. It is a small island that retains a calm old town. It's a great place to enjoy the atmosphere of Paris while strolling.
The other is said to be the birthplace of Paris (Shite Island). A lot of people always gather as a lively tourist spot, centering on the famous [Notle Dam Temple]. It's the charm of the city that it's bustling.
Well, there are several islands in Chuo Ward. What floats on the Sumida River are [Ishikawajima] and [Tsukuda Island]. In the first place, it was an island like a shallow water floating in the sea of Edo. It is now far away from the sea, but it is familiar as a landscape downstream of the Sumida River.
The monument of the old Ishikawajima Lighthouse has been restored in the section of Tsukuda Park, creating a taste. [Ishikawajima] is also famous for the establishment of a "Hitoshishoro" (rehabilitation facility for unjuku people) by the proposal of Heizo Hasegawa, a "Kinhei" in the late Edo period. The name of [Ishikawajima] is said to be derived from the name of Mr. Ishikawa, who once had a mansion in this area. In addition, near the Meiji era, a shipyard of the Shogunate was set up, leading to the current IHI.
[Tsukuda Island] It has been known as a scenic spot since the Edo period, as depicted in Hiroshige's Ukiyo-e. At that time, I could feel a little suburban feeling.
Regarding the history of this island, many people have stated, such as the connection between Ieyasu Tokugawa and fishing villages in Settsu and Tsukuda, so I will omit it, but I still value it as a town that still retains the atmosphere and humanity of old Machiya I think.
Both cities shared the taste depth of the islands that preserve history and culture today.
Please choose your favorite place and enjoy exploring the Sumida River. I'm sure you'll get more and more attractive.
