In the Edo period Tokyo became one of the biggest cities in the world

Picture: Maiko

"The Edo period (1615-1868) was a fascinating time for Japan: it quickly became the biggest city in the world and experienced similar social developments to what was happening in Europe."

Source: Ancient art of the paparazzi

March 2, 2013

Andrew Stephens

The Age Newspaper

http://www.theage.com.au/entertainment/art-and-design/ancient-art-of-the-paparazzi-20130301-2faix.html#ixzz2MXjCh8iC