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Discover the Jobs of Edo: Summer Exhibition at Minato City Local History Museum

The Minato City Local History Museum is set to host an intriguing summer exhibition titled "Edo no Shigoto Guide - Working by the Sea and Trading in Towns and Samurai Residences" from July 18 to September 23. This event aims to unveil the various occupations present during the Edo period, particularly in the port area that connected Kyoto and Osaka to Edo via the Tōkaidō.

A Glimpse into Edo's Working Life

In the Edo era, the bustling port zones were home to people engaged in diverse professions. Fishermen, laborers transporting goods on boats and oxen, and employees at tea houses catering to travelers formed an integral part of daily life. The exhibition not only highlights these occupations but also provides insights into those who served the samurai class.

Visitors will be able to explore historical ukiyo-e prints and ancient documents that depict working individuals in their environments. This immersive look into the past allows attendees to compare these historical jobs with those existing today, some of which have evolved, while others have faded from existence.

Exhibition Details

• - Exhibition Title: Edo no Shigoto Guide - Working by the Sea and Trading in Towns and Samurai Residences
• - Dates: July 18 (Sat) - September 23 (Wed, Holidays)
• - Venue: Minato City Local History Museum, Special Exhibition Room (4-6-2 Shirokanedai, Yukasumi no Mori)
• - Opening Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM (Open until 8 PM on Saturdays)
• - Closed: August 20 and September 17 (both Thursdays)

Admission Fees

• - Adults: 200 JPY (160 JPY for groups of 10 or more)
• - Students (Elementary, Middle, High): 100 JPY (80 JPY for groups of 10 or more)
• - Combined Admission for Permanent Exhibition:

- Adults: 400 JPY (320 JPY for groups)
- Students: 100 JPY (80 JPY for groups)

Free admission is available for local elementary, middle, and high school students, as well as seniors over 65 and their accompanying caregivers (1 person) upon presentation of valid identification.

Special Highlights

The exhibition will showcase remarkable pieces such as the poster "Evening View of Takanawa" from the Tenpo years (1830-1844) and "Morning Mist at Zojoji Temple" dated to Bunkyu 1 (1861). These artworks provide a vivid snapshot of the era's atmosphere and its economic activities.

For further information, please visit the official Minato City Local History Museum website at Minato History Museum.

Don’t miss the chance to step back in time and uncover the rich tapestry of jobs that thrived during the Edo period at this fascinating exhibition!