Execution of 50 Christians in Edo

Date: December 4, 1623 • Location: Chūō Ku, Japan

50 Christians are executed in Edo, Japan, during the Great Martyrdom of Edo.

Edo , also romanized as Jedo, Yedo or Yeddo, is the former name of Tokyo.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Japan's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.