Experiencing Famous Places in Modern Tokyo: Location and Characteristics of Statues in Public Spaces
Journal title STORIA URBANA
Author/s Shinobu Komeie
Publishing Year 2026 Issue 2025/181
Language English Pages 18 P. 109-126 File size 791 KB
DOI 10.3280/SU2025-181006
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This study examines the location of statues as a new experience of famous places in modern Tokyo and discusses it in relation to its urban space. It considers statues, which are newly emerging landmarks in modern Tokyo. Focusing on Portraits of Great People (1928) and other examples, a collection of photographs and the location and characteristics of statues in public spaces are analysed. We found that statues in modern Tokyo are placed in plazas, parks, and precincts of shrines and temples. Although they are public spaces, they also function as private spaces by honouring the person of the statue.
Keywords: Statue, Public Space, Urban Space, Western Culture, Modern Tokyo.
Shinobu Komeie, Experiencing Famous Places in Modern Tokyo: Location and Characteristics of Statues in Public Spaces in "STORIA URBANA " 181/2025, pp 109-126, DOI: 10.3280/SU2025-181006