The Edo Castle Famous Places Folding Screen, located on the right side of the exhibition entrance, is the star exhibit of the "Beauty of Edo Ukiyo" special exhibition, the largest scale at the National Palace Museum's Southern Branch. This exhibition showcases 218 exquisite pieces from numerous renowned Japanese art museums, encompassing various forms such as folding screens, hand scrolls, woodblock prints, and picture books. Due to the limited-time artifacts and the thematic curation, the three-month exhibition will undergo multiple partial changes.

Among these, the Edo Castle Famous Places Folding Screen, comparable in scale and interest to the Clear Institute Edition of Along the River During the Qingming Festival, will only be displayed for 16 days and is set to be replaced on June 15. Visitors wishing to see this important cultural asset of Japan must seize the opportunity.

The museum mentions that the folding screen, borrowed from the Idemitsu Museum of Arts in Japan, captures the vibrant street life depicted in the 17th century. The images not only illustrate urban landscapes but also intricately document the customs and activities of early Edo society, making it a rare and invaluable visual resource for the study of Edo's urban culture. The number of surviving folding screens depicting Edo cityscapes is extremely limited, enhancing the piece's value, leading to its designation as an Important Cultural Asset by Japan.

This folding screen was completed in the early Edo period, divided into two parts, each consisting of eight fan surfaces, centering around the Sumida River flowing through Tokyo. It connects various scenic spots from north to south, starting from Ueno and Asakusa, passing through the bustling Nihonbashi commercial district, and extending towards Edo Bay and Shinagawa. The museum humorously compares it to an ancient version of Google "Street View," allowing viewers to enjoy the urban scenery of Edo all at once.