Street Scene in Yokohama (1)

 

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Street Scene in Yokohama (1)

Gives a capital view of Japan's main seaport, the street being the principal thoroughfare in the English section.The feature of the picture is the Jinrikisha,or, as it is popularly abbreviated, Rickshaw. This conveyance constitutes the popular cab service of Japan. It is a small two-wheeled affair, and is drawn by man power.

The Phonoscope, 07/1898.

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1 Edison n.c. (MU 518).  
2 James White. Frederick Blechynden  
3 14-30/04/1898. © Thomas A. Edison, 22/06/1898 50 ft
4 Japon. Yokohama.  

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