A painting of Nagasaki Harbor. Dejima Island, where the Dutch were allowed to live while trading with the Japanese, is seen in the foreground. Source: Public Domain
A portrait of Mizuno Tadakuni, who was chief of the roju and acting head of state until his dismissal in 1845. Source: Public Domain
A painting of the HMS Phaeton, which charged into Nagasaki Harbor without permission and kidnapped Dutch officials while sailing under a false flag. Source: Public Domain
A re-creation of the lanterns utilized by fire brigades during the Edo Period. The text reads, “Megumi,” which means “firefighter.” Source: Public Domain
