Category: Edo Series
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Asakusa’s Edo History: What’s Actually Old, and What’s a 20th-Century Rebuild
Senso-ji and the Kaminarimon Gate look ancient, but most of what you see today was rebuilt in the 20th century. Here’s what’s genuinely from the Edo period, what burned down, and what was reconstructed — plus how to visit.
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Edo-Tokyo Museum in 2026: A First-Timer’s Guide After the 4-Year Renovation
The Edo-Tokyo Museum reopened in March 2026 after a four-year renovation. Here’s what changed, what it costs, and how to plan a visit — including how it differs from the similarly-named Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum.
Edo Japan Guide 