Edo-Tokyo Museum, Ryogoku Tokyo

Kiyonori Kikutake designed the Edo Tokyo Museum to preserve “Edo,” the memory of Tokyo when it was known under feudalism. The foundations of modern Japan were laid during this time.

It stands 62 meters tall, the same as Edo castle, with a pilaster design that opens up a public square below while establishing a monumental edifice for all to see. Completed in 1992, the museum exhibits a replica of Nihonbashi bridge, models of towns, and the Nakamuraza theatre. Like it or not, you must admit it portrays the isolationism and thirst for privilege of this time period.

The nearby Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum in Koganei Park exhibits many various homes, shops, and structures from different periods in history.

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