Capitale animée du Japon, Tokyo associe les styles ultramodernes et traditionnels, dans un mélange de gratte-ciel aux néons lumineux et de temples anciens. Le somptueux Meiji-jingū est un sanctuaire shinto réputé pour son entrée imposante et les bois qui l'environnent. Le palais impérial est entouré de vastes jardins publics. Les nombreux musées de la ville proposent des expositions allant de l'art classique, au musée national de Tokyo, à un théâtre kabuki reconstruit, au musée d'Edo-Tokyo.Japon / CapitaleTokyo
Does Japan have 2 capitals?
For that reason, Kyoto is sometimes referred to as Saikyo (西京), or the Western Capital, and technically Japan still has two capitals — Kyoto and Tokyo.
What is the real capital of Japan?
Tokyo, formerly (until 1868) Edo, city and capital of Tokyo to (metropolis) and of Japan. It is located at the head of Tokyo Bay on the Pacific coast of central Honshu.
Is Tokyo or Kyoto the capital of Japan?
Traditionally, the home of the Emperor is considered the capital. From 794 through 1868, the Emperor lived in Heian-kyō, modern-day Kyoto. After 1868, the seat of the Government of Japan and the location of the Emperor's home was moved to Edo, which it renamed Tokyo.
What are the three capitals of Japan?
The current capital of Japan is Tokyo. In Japan's history, the national capital has been in many locations other than Tokyo. Historically, the home of the Emperor was considered the capital. Three major capitals are Heijo-kyo (present day Nara), Heian-kyo (present day Kyoto), and Edo (present day Tokyo).