📍 Tokyo
Japan's capital and the world's largest metropolitan area, with roughly 37 million residents.
| Aliases | Edo (historic name) |
|---|---|
| Alternate names | 東京 |
| Entity type | 📍 Place |
| Permanent ID | E023 |
| Parent topic | Geography & Travel |
| Wikidata | Q1490 |
| Wikipedia | Tokyo |
About Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan's capital since 1868, anchors the largest metropolitan area on Earth — roughly 37 million people — making it the standard answer to every 'largest city' question.
Formerly the fishing village of Edo, it was renamed ('Eastern Capital') when the emperor moved from Kyoto, and today pairs ancient temples with the world's most extensive urban rail network.
Timeline
| 1603 | Edo becomes the shogun's seat. |
| 1868 | Renamed Tokyo; capital of Japan. |
| 1964 | Hosts Asia's first Olympics. |
| Today | ~37 million in the metro area. |
Famous Examples & Highlights
- Largest metro area (~37 million)
- Renamed from Edo in 1868
- Hosted 1964 and 2020 Olympics
- World's busiest station (Shinjuku)
Relationships
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Country | Japan |
Parent & Child Topics
Parent: Geography & Travel
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