History

Edokko: The Children of Edo

Edo had built more than a city. It had built a kind of person. An edokko (江戸っ子) was quick with words, proud of the city, stylish without trying too hard. Usually a townsman, not a lord. Born into peace. Raised in crowds. …

Ukiyo-e panoramic triptych of Edo city lit up with lanterns at night, with a vast urban landscape and Mount Fuji on the horizon

A letter from Japan, worth slowing down for.

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