Edo-Tokyo Museum

There are reproductions of the landscape of the common people who lived in the castle town during the Edo Period on display at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. The museum has a total of seven floors above ground and one below, with permanent and temporary exhibition rooms, as well as special events and exhibitions held five times a year. There is an exhibition space that is divided into 'Edo Zone' and 'Tokyo Zone' sections. Models of ukiyo-e (woodblock prints) and senryoubako (wooden boxes), as well as reproductions of Edo period dwelling quarters, may be found in the 'Edo Zone'. You can gain a lot of insight into the lives of the citizens during the Edo Period with the multitude of models and exhibits.

You may not only learn about the Edo Period in-depth, but you can also learn about Tokyo after the transition from Edo to Tokyo. You can learn about events in Japanese history that shaped the path of the country's history through images and displays. The Tokyo Fire Raids, the Meiji Restoration, and cultural enlightenment are examples of such events. There is also a video hall in the museum where you may watch videos to expand your knowledge, as well as a library where you can read documents on Edo's history. Furthermore, as previously indicated, there is a permanent exhibition and a special exhibition worth attending.

Address: 1-4-1 Yokoami, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 130-0015

Website: edo-tokyo-museum.or.jp