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Sumida-ku
City in Tokyo, Japan
Overview
Sumida-ku is a lively ward in eastern Tokyo known for its blend of historic and modern attractions, including the iconic Tokyo Skytree. It offers sumo culture, riverside parks, and diverse local experiences, making it ideal for both sightseeing and deeper exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Japan
Prefecture
Tokyo
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.71°, 139.80°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
99
Monthly Cost
$1,615
Local Cost
$1,105
Local Income
$2,500
Cashless
82
English
55
Temperature
15.6°C
Summer Avg
24.7°C
Winter Avg
5.9°C
Record High
36.7°C
Record Low
-3.1°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1693 mm
Internet Speed
230 Mbps
Upload
190 Mbps
Latency
14 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
2648.0
Airport
HND
Distance
18 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 108 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 90/100.
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