Edo Period Japanese map of Tokyo Employs a Unique Method of Radial Mapping which Orients Around the Imperial Palace by mapman5000

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history · @mapman5000 · Feb 13 '18

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Edo Period Japanese map of Tokyo Employs a Unique Method of Radial Mapping which Orients Around the Imperial Palace

![aq18979a.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmavufZzy3t13zGTvx3fcmPZWKN7MYXuefHF9YS5mE3Kt5/aq18979a.jpg)

**By:** Anonymous

**Date:** 1861 Edo Period (Published) Japan

**Dimensions:** 24.8 x 35 inches (63 cm x 89 cm)

This is an authentic, antique pocket map of Tokyo. The map was created by an anonymous source in Japan circa 1861 or the later part of the Edo period.

![aq18979a1.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmd7sFJf7vYiKJaDRiE7kn6seVuwXT1C9YLvSmAtTXQqqq/aq18979a1.jpg)

This colorful and highly detailed woodcut map of Edo, or Tokyo shows streets, docks, waterways and bridges. It is centered on the Imperial Palace (Chiyoda Castle) and Asakusa Sensoji (Tokyo’s oldest temple) and identifies many other buildings, temples, and shrines. 

![aq18979a2.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmXLVFZXp3EFLYLgXAMUvShW6DFc6Epr2iv1aD4tcuV91t/aq18979a2.jpg)

With no specific directional orientation, the map and text within seem to radiate around the Imperial Palace. Even the trees appear upside-down or sideways when the map is viewed from one angle. The map is adorned by two traditional sailing boats occupying the Sumida River. A fascinating work of Japanese craftsmanship made with both practical and decorative intentions. 

*Like antique maps? Follow me and visit my website (https://www.hjbmaps.com)*

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@appreciator · Feb 13 '18

<p>This post has received gratitude of 2.55 % from @appreciator thanks to: @mapman5000.</p>

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@jerrybanfield · Feb 13 '18

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