Nihonbashi (a former ward of Tokyo City) is the setting of Iki: A Game of EDO Artisans, which brings you on a journey through the famed street of old Tokyo. One of the main professions in the world of Edo is the artisan. Each of the Edo artisans uses their own skills to support all townspeoples' lives. In this game, not only are there artisans, but also street vendors, sellers at the shops, and professions unique to this time and age.

The goal of this game is to become the annual Edoite, best personifying what is known as "Iki", an ancient philosophy believed to be the ideal way of living among people in Edo. Knowing the subtleties of human nature, being refined and attractive — these are all elements of a true Iki master.