http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT learning exercises Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Sat, 18 May 2013 20:15:22 PDT Sat, 18 May 2013 20:15:22 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewAssignment.htm?id=240371 In the early 1600s, the Tokugawa Shogunate emerged, bringing a period stability and enlightenment to Japan for about 300 years. During the Tokugawa rule, the capital Edo became a city flourishing with prosperity and cultural importance which rivaled its European counterparts. Using the website, "E http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewAssignment.htm?id=91471 Edo was the capital of Japan during the Tokugawa Shogunate from 1604-1868. This virutal tour uses traditional Japanese woodblock prints to explore Edo and introduce the viewer to the history and culture of 18th century Japan. This web site was created after a successful exhibit on Edo at the Nati