Things to Do in Katsushika (葛飾区), Tokyo: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Katsushika (葛飾区) in Tokyo Prefecture (Kanto, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Hon’okudo Bashi (0.5 km), Heiwa Bashi (0.6 km), Daikyō Ji (3.8 km) and served by Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km) via the regional hub at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND). Set at 1 m elevation (35.7333°N, 139.8500°E), Katsushika offers travelers a base for sampling regional Edomae nigiri sushi, Tokyo shoyu & tsukemen ramen, Monjayaki (Tsukishima) cuisine and exploring neighboring Edogawa (江戸川区) (4.8 km), Sumida (墨田区) (4.8 km), Arakawa (荒川区) (6 km), Taitō (台東区) (6.7 km).

It is known as Katsushika City in English. Katsushika Ward is at the east end of Tokyo Metropolis. It is on an alluvial plain and it is low above sea level. Katsushika District was originally a division of Musashi Province. When the province was divided and reconfigured, the district was partitioned between Kita-Katsushika District (within Saitama Prefecture), Higashi-Katsushika District (within Chiba Prefecture) and the remainder was based in Tokyo Prefecture. Within Tokyo Prefecture, Katsushika (葛飾区) serves as a special ward of tokyo in Tokyo Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1947-03-13) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as 23 historic & futuristic special wards (Asakusa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ginza) plus leafy Western Tokyo Tama cities (Kichijoji/Musashino, Mitaka, Tachikawa, Hachioji/Mount Takao).

What to See & Do in Katsushika (葛飾区): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Katsushika (葛飾区) from Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km) at 1 m elevation (35.7333°N, 139.8500°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Katsushika):

• Hon’okudo Bashi (0.5 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Katsushika (葛飾区).
• Heiwa Bashi (0.6 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Katsushika (葛飾区).
• Daikyō Ji (3.8 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Katsushika (葛飾区).
• Jōkō Ji (3.8 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Katsushika (葛飾区).
• Kasai Shrine — local sightseeing landmark near Katsushika (葛飾区).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Katsushika: Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km) (connecting to Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Katsushika

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Katsushika (葛飾区) and Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Tokyo Prefecture and Kanto:

• Edogawa (江戸川区) — 4.8 km from Katsushika (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Sumida (墨田区) — 4.8 km from Katsushika (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Arakawa (荒川区) — 6 km from Katsushika (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Taitō (台東区) — 6.7 km from Katsushika (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Adachi (足立区) — 7.2 km from Katsushika (Tokyo Prefecture)

Getting to Katsushika & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Katsushika (葛飾区) via Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km): Direct international flights into Haneda (HND, 20m from center) and Narita (NRT, 40–60m); connected to all JR East & JR Central Shinkansen lines plus JR Chuo Line to West Tokyo. From Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km) to reach central Katsushika (35.7333°N, 139.8500°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Tokyo (Shinjuku) with Katsushika (葛飾区) and neighboring Edogawa, Sumida, Arakawa. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Katsushika, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Katsushika and continuing toward Edogawa can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Katsushika: While Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km) anchors public transit for Katsushika, picking up a rental car at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND) makes it easy to link Hon’okudo Bashi (0.5 km) and Heiwa Bashi (0.6 km) with nearby Edogawa (江戸川区) (4.8 km), Sumida (墨田区) (4.8 km), Arakawa (荒川区) (6 km), Taitō (台東区) (6.7 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Katsushika (葛飾区) & Tokyo

Dining near Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km) and across Katsushika (葛飾区) highlights the regional food culture of Tokyo Prefecture and Kanto. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Katsushika:

• Local specialty & terroir of Katsushika (葛飾区): regional agriculture, seasonal produce, and traditional local craftsmanship.
• Edomae nigiri sushi — regional specialty enjoyed across Katsushika (葛飾区) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tokyo shoyu & tsukemen ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Katsushika (葛飾区) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Monjayaki (Tsukishima) — regional specialty enjoyed across Katsushika (葛飾区) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tempura & tonkatsu — regional specialty enjoyed across Katsushika (葛飾区) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Fukagawa-meshi (clam rice) & artisanal depachika sweets — regional specialty enjoyed across Katsushika (葛飾区) and Tokyo Prefecture.

If you are dining in Katsushika (葛飾区) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km).

Where to Stay in Katsushika (葛飾区)

Visitors staying overnight in Katsushika (葛飾区) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km), or base at major rail hubs in Tokyo (Shinjuku) (Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND)) or neighboring Edogawa, Sumida, Arakawa for quick train access into Katsushika. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Katsushika & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Katsushika (葛飾区, 1 m elevation at 35.7333°N, 139.8500°E): Late March–early April for cherry blossoms; October–early December for crisp blue skies and golden ginkgo avenues; vibrant year-round indoors and out.

Wider sightseeing across Tokyo Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Hon’okudo Bashi (0.5 km) in Katsushika (葛飾区) includes: 23 historic & futuristic special wards (Asakusa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ginza) plus leafy Western Tokyo Tama cities (Kichijoji/Musashino, Mitaka, Tachikawa, Hachioji/Mount Takao).

Practical Travel Tips for Katsushika (葛飾区)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Katsushika: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND) or Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km) for local bus schedules to Hon’okudo Bashi (0.5 km) and walking maps of Katsushika (葛飾区).
• Cash & ATMs in Katsushika: Convenience stores and major hotels around Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Hon’okudo Bashi (0.5 km) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Katsushika accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Katsushika: Around Keisei Tateishi Station (京成立石駅) (0.6 km) and neighboring Edogawa, Sumida, Arakawa, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.