Information about Japan in the 1850-1860s
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Criado por NIZA ISABEL HERNANDEZ BRITO
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Criado por NIZA ISABEL HERNANDEZ BRITO
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Japan and the US
8 July 1853, US Comodore Perry arrived with warships to Japan.
1854-The Tokugawa Shonugate agreed to the Treaty of Kanagawa.
Japan´s policy of seclusion ended after 200+ years.
Meiji Restoration, 1868
Shishi (men high purpose).
Yoshida Shoin: Shishi leader, member of the Choshu Clan.
Western Interference continue to grow.
Choshu attacked US vessels from shore.
1866- The emperor died and was replaced by emperor Meiji.
After some fighting, the Satsuma- Choshu clans were victorious.
After 1868 the imperial system continued without interruptions.
"Enrich the country, strengthen the military"
