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What was the ancient name of Tokyo?
What was the ancient name of Tokyo?
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The correct option is B Edo
Edo is the ancient name for Tokyo. During the reign of the
Tokugawa Shoguns, Japan's emperor reigned in secluded majesty at the imperial
capital in Kyoto. However, the true center of power, government, the economy
and social life was Edo, where the Shogun lived and ruled the country. For most
people in Japan, Edo is more than just a historical city. It also has a
symbolic image and meaning. It represents nearly everything that they consider
a part of their traditional culture.
Edo is the ancient name for Tokyo. During the reign of the Tokugawa Shoguns, Japan's emperor reigned in secluded majesty at the imperial capital in Kyoto. However, the true center of power, government, the economy and social life was Edo, where the Shogun lived and ruled the country. For most people in Japan, Edo is more than just a historical city. It also has a symbolic image and meaning. It represents nearly everything that they consider a part of their traditional culture.
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