I WONDER - What Is The Capital Of Japan? Me Pregunto - Cuál Es La Capital De Japón?

The video discusses the history of Tokyo as the capital of Japan, which has been the case for over 150 years. Initially known as Edo, it became the capital when the emperor moved there. Historically, the emperor's location often determined the capital, a practice that ended with Edo's conversion to Tokyo in 1868.

For how long has Tokyo been the capital of Japan?

• Over 150 years

• Over 200 years

• Over 50 years

• Over 100 years

What was Tokyo's original name before it became the capital?

• Edo

• Osaka

• Kyoto

• Nara

How was the capital of Japan traditionally decided before Tokyo?

• By the shogun's decree

• By a public vote

• Through war and the emperor's decision

• Based on geographical location

What significant event happened in 1868 regarding Japan's capital?

• Edo was officially renamed Tokyo

• The capital was moved to Kyoto

• The emperor declared Osaka as the capital

• A new capital was built

What marked the end of the traditional way of deciding Japan's capital?

• The end of the samurai era

• Edo's conversion to Tokyo

• The Meiji Restoration

• The emperor's abdication