Erected in 1857 near the crowded commerce hub of Nihonbashi, this unique stone monument served as a real-life lost-and-found notice board for separated parents and children. Recessed panels on either side allowed frantic families to post missing-child descriptions on one side while finders posted notices on the other. Today, it stands as the only surviving lost-children marker from the Edo era, offering a poignant and rarely seen glimpse into the daily life and community ingenuity of old Tokyo. It is a quiet yet evocative stop for history buffs exploring the historic bridges of the city.
- Historic Landmarks
- History & Culture
- Edo Period
- Monuments
- Quirky History
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