Dewagatake Bunjiro
“the Giant’s name”
The Meiji Era Japan
1. A Reproduction of a Meiji Era Woodblock Print
Historical Context:
If this footage is indeed from the Meiji period (1868-1912), it represents a fascinating document
of Japanese history during a time of significant modernization 84. The presence of crowds and
what appears to be an official ceremony suggests this person was of considerable public
interest.
Possible Identification:
The most famous Japanese giant from the early 20th century was