Tokyo

Tokyo, officially the Tokyo Metropolis, is the capital of Japan and one of the most populous cities in the world, with a population of over 14 million residents as of 2023 and the second-most-populated capital in the world. The Greater Tokyo Area, which includes Tokyo and parts of six neighboring prefectures, is the most-populous metropolitan area in the world, with 41 million residents as of 2024.
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Some of the key events about Tokyo

  • 1603
    Edo (later Tokyo) became the seat of the Tokugawa shogunate, marking the beginning of its rise as a major city
  • 1868
    Edo was renamed Tokyo and became the imperial capital of Japan
  • 1923
    Tokyo demonstrated resilience by quickly rebuilding after the Great Kanto Earthquake
  • 1923
    The Great Kanto Earthquake devastated Tokyo, causing widespread destruction and loss of life
  • 1944
    Tokyo was heavily bombed by U.S. forces during World War II, resulting in significant civilian casualties
  • 1945
    The firebombing of Tokyo in March caused the most destructive single air attack in human history
  • 1954
    A major fire in Tsukiji Fish Market destroyed a large portion of the facility
  • 1960
    The assassination of a prominent political figure occurred during a televised speech in Tokyo
  • 1964
    Tokyo successfully hosted the Summer Olympics, showcasing Japan's post-war economic recovery
  • 1978
    The Narita International Airport opened, significantly improving Tokyo's global connectivity
  • 1986
    Tokyo Disneyland welcomed its 100 millionth visitor, highlighting its popularity as a tourist destination
  • 1995
    A deadly sarin gas attack was carried out on the Tokyo subway system by a cult group
  • 2002
    The Roppongi Hills complex opened, becoming a symbol of Tokyo's modern urban development
  • 2011
    Tokyo experienced strong tremors and infrastructure damage from the Great East Japan Earthquake
  • 2012
    The Tokyo Skytree was completed, becoming the world's tallest tower at 634 meters
  • 2016
    Tokyo elected its first female governor, marking a milestone in Japanese politics
  • 2019
    A mass stabbing incident occurred on a commuter train in Kawasaki, near Tokyo
  • 2020
    The COVID-19 pandemic forced the postponement of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
  • 2021
    Tokyo hosted the Summer Olympics and Paralympics, overcoming unprecedented challenges due to the global pandemic
  • 2021
    A man set fire to a train in Tokyo, injuring several passengers

Disclaimer: This material is written based on information taken from open sources, including Wikipedia, news media, podcasts, and other public sources.

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