JOURNAL ARTICLE

ALL ABOUT EDO JAPAN.

  • Published In: All About History, 2026, n. 164. P. 11 1 of 3

  • Database: History Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Staniforth, Emily; McKelvie, Callum; Gordon, Jonathan 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the development of Japan during the Edo period (1603-1868), highlighting significant historical events, cultural advancements, and architectural achievements. Key events include the Siege of Osaka, the establishment of trade relations with the Dutch, and the rise of urban centers like Edo (modern Tokyo). The period is marked by a flourishing of arts, particularly through the works of poets like Matsuo Bashō and artists such as Katsushika Hokusai, who popularized woodblock printing. Additionally, the article discusses the evolution of housing, specifically nagaya rowhouses, which provided affordable living for lower-class citizens, and the construction of notable castles like Nijo and Himeji, which remain important cultural landmarks today. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:All About History. 2026/01, Issue 164, p11
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Politics and Government
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:2052-5877
  • Accession Number:190320438
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