Nestled in the heart of Tokyo, the Meiji Shrine is a serene escape from the bustling metropolis that surrounds it. This ...

This town in Japan is only 30 minutes by train from Tokyo. Here's why this underrated destination is perfect for history buffs (and people with a sweet tooth).

has supported Japan’s nomination strategy that emphasizes the castle’s role in sustaining the feudal system during the Edo Period (1603-1867). However, the organization has suggested that a ...

When it was first dug, the Chidorigafuchi moat was meant to keep people away from the shogun’s stronghold of Edo Castle, ...

Read the following text, and answer questions 1-9 below: [1] A local government in northern Japan is ... south towards Edo, now known as Tokyo. [6] Historians suggest the castle’s design drew ...