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Almost 600 years or so.
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Who founded Tokyo and why?
Tokyo was originally called Edo, a small fishing village fortified by the Edo Clan in the late 12th Century. In 1457, Ōta Dōkan built Edo Castle. By the 18th century, Edo had grown into one of the largest cities in the world. In 1869, the 17-year-old Emperor Meiji moved to Edo and the Edo Castle became the Imperial Castle and the city became established as the City of Tokyo.
Tokyo's old name?
Edo Edo (literally: bay-door, "estuary") is the former name of Tokyo.
What does edo mean in Japanese history?
Edo is the old Japanese name for Tokyo :)
What was the original name of Tokyo?
Edo. When Emperor Meiji moved Japan's capital from Kyoto to Edo, he named it Tokyo. Before Kyoto, Nara was the ancient capital of Japan.
Why is Tokyo capital city?
Because Ieyasu Tokugawa had territory in Edo. (Edo is Tokyo)
What was Tokyo called it was called Tokyo?
Edo
What previous names has Tokyo had?
During the Edo era (Prior to Tokyo being the sole capital of Japan) Tokyo was known as Edo.
What was Tokyo called before 1868?
isolated from the world- apex
Is Edo a place in Japan?
Edo is the ancient name of Tokyo.
What is Edo called today?
Edo is now known as Tokyo
What is the definition of Tokyo?
The name, Tokyo, means 'Eastern Capital (city)'. The Japanese capital, Tokyo, was formerly named Edo; its name was changed on September 03, 1868 when the city became Japan's Imperial capital. Edo Castle became the Emperor's residence; its remains lie within the grounds of the Tokyo Imperial Palace, where they are undergoing restoration work.
What was Tokyo was called?
Edo
