Understanding Edo

Not too long ago, I had the pleasure of spending a Saturday in Tokyo.  One of the activities chosen on this particular day was to visit the Edo Museum in Tokyo.  The contemporary architecture of this impressive building near the Ryogoku Station is in contrast to the exhibits of years past held within.  Upon entering, you have to cross an incredible life size recreation of an old wooden bridge.

The interior is incredibly spacious with a very high ceiling allowing the museum to hold huge exhibits within.  We rented for a nominal fee an English language recorder that guided you through most of the sections.  It was very helpful.  It is really incredible to see how a great city like Tokyo originates.  Aren't you curious?  I still can't believe Tokyo can actually work it seems so complex.  How they run all the electric lines, sewer lines, water lines is beyond me.

Anyway, I would recommend to anyone interested that they should visit this museum.  Learn about this great city!