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Shogunate Impedes Foreign Ships
Shogun Ienari issued Gaikokusen Uchiharai Rei, which was an order for repelling foreign ships. It was a remaster of the National Seclusion policy enacted by Tokugawa Iemitsu in 1639.
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Shogunate enforces rules against westernization.
The renewal of anti-western policies was partially motivated by the arrival of the American ship Morrison, also coupled with continued attempts by Russian, European and American ships to enter Japan.
Shogunate was very against the idea of westernization because... -
American Comodore Matthew Perry Secures Kanawaga Treaty
Perry returned earlier than expected in February 1854 with more ships and sailors to buttress his demand that Japan open up to trade. The purpose was to open diplomatic and commercial relations between Japan and the United States. The Kanawaga Treaty provided assistance for shipwrecked American sailors, and opened two ports for coal and supplies -
Powerful Daimyo Overthrow Shogun Yoshiobu and reestablish Emperor Mutsuhito's power
This was the beginning of the end for the shogunate. This event proceeded the abundance of reforms that followed the insurgence, and were the stepping stones for revoking samurais right to battle. -
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Emperor Meiji's rule
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End of Tokugawa Shoguante
Two anti-Tokugawa clans banded together and installed the "imperial restoration", and emperor meiji, who was 14. This was the end of the of a 268 year rule of Japan. The samurai's rights were completely revoked and the shogunate fell -
Agricultural land surveys leading to better farming and land tax
Through these surveys, land owners would earn certificates for their land, making it private property. This led to the government collecting a 3% land tax, which was a main source of funding for a long while. Not only this, but the methods and technology used for these crops were improved, boosting crop production further, crediting the Meiji restoration. -
The Meiji Constitution Was established
The Meiji Constitution looked to define Japans new boundaries making reference to the new Western ideals, while still adhering to the traditional Japanese ruling style. The constitution also grated the emperor control of the army and the navy. -
First Sino Japanese War
The was a conflict between japan and Korea, in which koera was forced to open and trade with Japan and china. -
Russo Japanese War
Japan attempted to take over Northern china for its proximity to Korea. Russia, which ruled the area at the time, denied negotiations for control over the land. Japan made a surprise attack on Port Arthur. 150,000 people lost their lives, and the war lasted until 1905 -
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Emperor Taisho rules