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Iconic Tokyo: Antique Edition

Iconic Tokyo: Antique Edition

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This antique-style Tokyo map poster celebrates Japan’s timeless capital in warm sepia tones with 600+ hand-drawn icons—an illustrated journey through history, culture, and memory. From Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Tower to Meiji Shrine, Senso-ji, Ginza, Akihabara, and the Imperial Palace, this vintage wall art captures Tokyo’s neighborhoods and landmarks with old-world character and refined detail. Each icon is carefully researched and illustrated, with a border legend identifying major monuments, museums, stations, parks, and must-see places across the city. Scout the map to rediscover favorite districts, historic sites, and meaningful travel memories. A perfect gift, souvenir, or statement piece for lovers of Tokyo, Japan, vintage maps, and classic city décor. Available framed or unframed. Unframed prints include a 0.6-inch white border designed to fit standard frames. Offered in 7 sizes.

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🗼 The Iconic Tokyo Poster — Antique Edition: a vintage wall art map of Japan’s timeless capital 🗼

The Iconic Tokyo Antique Edition invites you to step back in time and experience one of the world’s great cities through a nostalgic, old-world lens—no passport required ✈️🇯🇵

Rendered in warm sepia tones, this vintage-style illustrated map evokes memory, history, and quiet wonder, whether Tokyo is your hometown, a cherished journey, or a place you dream of visiting.

Composed of more than 600 hand-drawn icons, this Antique Edition mosaic map celebrates Tokyo’s neighborhoods, landmarks, culture, and legacy—from Shibuya and Tokyo Tower to Meiji Shrine, Senso-ji, Ginza, Akihabara, the Imperial Palace, and beyond. The softened palette and aged aesthetic give the city a timeless presence, inviting you to trace its streets, districts, and stories as if leafing through an old atlas.

Encircling the artwork is a detailed legend featuring 150+ icons in brown silhouette, carefully labeled by name to help you identify major monuments, museums, stations, parks, and must-see places. Within the map, hundreds more icons reveal Tokyo’s layered identity—ancient temples and historic neighborhoods, enduring traditions and cultural landmarks—brought together in a harmonious, vintage composition 🌸📜

🎌 A TIMELESS TRIBUTE TO TOKYO – This Antique Tokyo wall art captures the enduring spirit of the Eastern Metropolis through history, design, and storytelling. It’s a refined travel souvenir, a statement décor piece, and a meaningful gift for lovers of Japan, architecture, design, and vintage-inspired art.

🔍 ENDLESS DISCOVERY & CONTEMPLATION – Hang this illustrated antique map and enjoy hours of quiet exploration. Discover temples & shrines, theaters & museums, transit hubs & parks, historic buildings, cultural icons, and hidden gems—each thoughtfully researched and illustrated with care.

🏠 ELEVATES ANY ROOM – Professionally printed in archival inks, the Iconic Tokyo Antique Edition features subtle contrast, fine detail, and a warm sepia palette that complements both classic and modern interiors. It brings character and depth to living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, home offices, libraries, studies, hallways, cafés, and creative spaces.

🤲🏼 PACKAGED WITH CARE – Every order is printed on demand and packaged with meticulous attention to detail. Posters are securely shipped to protect against creases, dents, or damage, ensuring your artwork arrives in pristine condition.

💪🏽 PREMIUM MATERIALS & PRINTING – This museum-quality poster is printed on heavyweight archival matte paper with a smooth, soft-touch finish. The natural white, uncoated paper enhances the antique tones while offering excellent durability and long-lasting, fade-resistant quality.

🥇 AWARD-WINNING DESIGN – Created by designer Rafael Esquer of Alfalfa Studio, the Iconic Tokyo Antique Edition is part of the celebrated Iconic Places series, recognized internationally for its craftsmanship, clarity, and storytelling through design.

🖼️ AVAILABLE FRAMED OR UNFRAMED – Choose the presentation that best fits your space and style: Unframed prints include a 0.6-inch white border and are ready to frame in standard frame sizes. Framed options are available in premium solid wood frames in Natural Wood, Black, or White, delivered ready to hang.

📐 AVAILABLE IN 7 SIZES – 12×18 in (30×45 cm) | 18×24 in (45×60 cm) | 20×28 in (50×70 cm) | 24×32 in (60×80 cm) | 24×36 in (60×90 cm) | 28×40 in (70×100 cm) | 30×40 in (75×100 cm)

😻 LOVE IT OR YOUR MONEY BACK – If you’re not completely satisfied, enjoy our 30-day money-back guarantee. No questions asked.

Important notes about frames & images

• The product is available unframed or framed, depending on the option selected at checkout.
• Framed versions are offered exclusively in premium solid wood frames (Natural Wood, Black, or White).
• Some lifestyle images and mockups may show alternate frame styles or colors for styling inspiration only. Please refer to the frame options listed on the product page for the exact frames available.

© Alfalfa New York — This is an original design by Alfalfa New York.

Purchase of this artwork does not transfer commercial reproduction rights. Ownership and copyright of all images and intellectual property remain with Alfalfa New York LLC.

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Just some of the icons included in the poster…


21_21 Design Sight
3331 Arts Chiyoda
Ameya Yokocho
Asahi Beer Hall
Asakusa Hanayashiki
Bunkamura
Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium
Daikanransha
Edo-Tokyo Museum
Fuji Television Headquarters
Ginza Mitsukoshi
Ginza Six
Godzilla Statue
Hachiko Statue
Hanazono Shrine
Haneda Airport
Hara Museum of Contemporary Art
Hibiya Park
Hie Shrine
Hotel New Otani Tokyo
Idemitsu Museum of Arts
Ikebukuro Sunshine Aquarium
Ikebukuro Sunshine City
Imperial Hotel Tokyo
Isetan Shinjuku
Japan Baseball Birthplace Monuments
Kabuki-za
Kanda Shrine
KITTE Marunouchi
Kusunoki Masashige Statue
Laforet Harajuku
Maid Cafe
Meiji Jingu Stadium
Meiji Shrine
Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum
Mori Art Museum
Moyai Statue
Myth of Tomorrow
Nakagin Capsule Tower
Nakano Broadway
National Diet Building
National Museum of Nature and Science
National Museum of Western Art
National Stadium
National Theatre of Japan
New National Theatre, Tokyo
Nezu Museum
Nezu Shrine
Nihonbashi Bridge
Nippon Budokan
Omotesando Hills
Roppongi Hills
Ryogoku Kokugikan
Saigo Takamori Statue
Sazae-san Statues
Senso-ji Temple
Shibamata Taishakuten
Shibuya 109
Shibuya Crossing
Shibuya Hikarie
Shin-Okubo Korea Town
Shinagawa Station
Shinjuku Gyoen
Shinjuku Station
Sompo Museum of Art
Spiral
Suitengu Shrine
Suntory Hall
Taro Okamoto Memorial Museum
Tennozu Isle
The National Art Center, Tokyo
Tokyo Big Sight
Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Tokyo Daijingu
Shrine
Tokyo Dome
Tokyo Imperial Palace
Tokyo International Forum
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
Tokyo Midtown
Tokyo National Museum
Tokyo Photographic Art Museum
Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Station
Tokyo Tower
Toranomon Hills Business Tower
Toranomon Hills Mori Tower
Toranomon Hills Station Tower
Tsukiji Market
Ueno Park
Ueno Station
Watarium Art Museum
Yamatane Museum of Art
Yasukuni Shrine
Yayoi Kusama Museum
Yebisu Garden Place
Yoyogi National Gymnasium
Yoyogi Park
Yushima Tenjin
Shrine
Zojo-ji Temple

Premium Paper, Archival Quality

  • This museum-quality collectible poster is designed in exquisite detail by Rafael Esquer
  • Premium heavy-weight archival paper has excellent stiffness, bulk, and opacity
  • Luxurious paper weight of 200 gsm/80 lbs. and paper thickness of 0.26 mm (10.3 mils)
  • Non-reflective natural white paper finishing is matte, uncoated, smooth, and soft to the touch
  • Paper is responsibly sourced from sustainably managed forests: FSC-certified or equivalent
  • Poster is printed with archival-quality inks for maximum durability and fade-resistance
  • All sizes are designed with a 0.6-inch (15 mm) border for a perfect frame fit and look
  • Sizes are chosen to fit easy-to-find standard frames, no need to pay for custom framing
  • Orders are printed and shipped on demand locally or regionally, saving you money on shipping
  • Sturdy packaging protects the poster from dents, scratches, folds, and damage during shipping

Premium Wood Frames, Gallery Quality

  • Ready-to-hang premium wooden frames designed to showcase museum-quality artwork
  • Crafted from responsibly sourced oak or ash, each frame features a unique natural wood grain
  • Available in natural wood, black, and white finishes for modern, versatile décor styles
  • Solid frame profile measuring 20 mm (0.79") thick and wide—substantially wider than standard frames
  • Shatterproof plexiglass provides lightweight, durable protection for the artwork
  • Includes hanging hardware for easy, secure wall installation
  • Frames are built to last and complement both contemporary and classic interiors