These sources offer an extensive look into the history, geography, and cultural significance of the Takinogawa area in Tokyo, formerly a town in North Toshima District. Historical records trace the name Takinogawa, or "Waterfall River," to the swift currents of the Ishida River (Otonashi River), detailing its evolution from an Edo-era scenic spot, famous for maple viewing and riverside tea houses, to a modern residential and cultural area known for its historical sites and educational institutions. Additionally, one source provides an overview of various activities and studies conducted by the Edo-Tokyo Museum Friends Association, covering local history tours, seminars on topics like Inari worship and the Shinsengumi's Hijikata Toshizō, and the creation of an index and dictionary for Hokusai's Manga.

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