📖 Edo period

In 1603, Tokugawa Ieyasu was appointed as Shōgun and established the shogunate in Edo. The Edo period, which lasted from the beginning of its rule until 1867 when power was returned to Emperor Meiji, governed Japan for about 260 years. This period is known as the "Edo period." So, what kind of era was the Edo period, which lasted for approximately 260 years? This article will introduce the social characteristics of the Edo period and its influence on modern Japanese history and culture through the historical background and figures of the time. *Edo = present-day Tokyo*

The Edo period lasted from 1603 to 1868, spanning approximately 260 years. The feudal centralized rule implemented by the Edo shogunate promoted political stability, thus ushering in a peaceful and prosperous era. The stability and peace of society facilitated economic development, which in turn led to the rise of popular culture. A strict isolation policy was enforced, limiting foreign trade and cultural exchange.