35°39′46″N139°46′58″E / 35.662849°N 139.782658°E /35.662849; 139.782658
Tsukishima (月島) is a place located inChūō, Tokyo,Japan, in theSumida River estuary. It is areclaimed land next to Tsukuda District. The land reclamation completed in 1892, using earth from the dredging work performed to create a shipping channel inTokyo Bay.[1] At this time, it was designated as industrial area in accordance with theFukoku Kyōhei National Policy.
Originally, Tsukuda Island was a tiny island at the river mouth. It was inhabited by a fishing community who migrated fromOsaka in early 1600s. The original Tsukuda island now is home to the exclusive tower mansion and park complex Rivercity 21.
It has been said that the name (literally "moon island") was originally written using the characters 築島 which can also be read "Tsukishima" but mean "constructed island".
It is currently known for its large number of restaurants serving the local specialty,monjayaki.[2]
Tsukishima Station is served by theTokyo Metro Yūrakuchō Line and theToei Subway Ōedo Line.
Public elementary and junior high schools are operated by Chuo City Board of Education.
Zoned elementary schools include:[3]
Zoned junior high schools include:[3]
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