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Japan's Modernization (1853 - 1912) - Coggle Diagram
Japan's Modernization (1853 - 1912)
End of Isolation (1853)
Arrival of Commodore Perry
Unequal Treaties with Western Powers
Meji Restoration (1868)
Overthrow of Tokugawa Shogunate
Emperor Meji restored to power
Centralized government established
Abolition of feudalism
Political & Social reforms
Creation of a constitution (1889)
Establishment of a parliament
Abolition of Samurai class and hierarchy
Creation of a National Army
Conscription
Emphasis on nationalism and loyalty to the Emperor
Economic Modernization
Promotion of Industralization
Development of infrastructure
Railways
Communication
Establishment of Zaibatsu
Industrial Conglomerates
Adoption of western technology and practices
Growth of international trade
Cultural and educational changes
Adoption of western ideas and culture
Reforms in education system
Universal education
Emphasis on science and technology
Military expansion
Strengthening of military power
Victories in Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895) and Russo Japanese War (1904-1905)
Emergence as a world power