KCP Students Visit the Edo-Tokyo Museum

The Edo-Tokyo Museum is a must-see for those who want to learn more about the rich culture and history of Tokyo. Founded March 28, 1993, the museum is a repository of Tokyo’s heritage, from its origins as a small fishing village called Edo during the 15th century to its metamorphosis into today’s sprawling and vibrant metropolis.

The building structure of Edo-Tokyo Museum was patterned on an elevator-type warehouse, giving it a top-heavy and futuristic appearance. Interesting tidbit: it is about the same height as the Edo Castle Tower.

The Permanent Exhibition Area

The exhibition area is divided into three zones:

Edo Zone  holds displays that depict Edo lifestyle, from culture to politics, and artifacts from the Edo Era. This zone contains a splendid life-sized replica of a Kabuki theatre.

Tokyo Zone  touches on the era of change from Edo to Tokyo, Western influences that began to seep into Tokyo’s culture, the Great Kanto Earthquake, the World Wars, and other historical events. Other exhibits and video displays present Tokyo in modern times.

Second Special Exhibits Gallery  contains special exhibits several times a year.

Some of our KCP students had the opportunity to visit the Edo-Tokyo Museum this February 4. The trip is one of the many excursions that students enjoy in the Culture and Civilization Class.

 Admiring the exhibits at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. | KCP Flickr

Could you carry this water? | KCP Flickr