The meiji restoration

Do Now: Explain how these images show a change in Japanese society.
AIM: To understand the transition from feudal to modern Japan.
Photograph Interpretation / Compare and Contrast

Early Attitudes Toward Foreigners
Directions:
1. Listen for your assigned role to follow.
2. Analyze the video clip from Shogun.
3a. Using 6 words (no more, no less), explain how the Japanese
viewed the British.
3b. Using 6 words (no more, no less), explain how the British
viewed the Japanese.
4. Be prepared to share your answers with the class.
________ ________ ________ ________ ________ ________
British thought the Japanese were uncivilized.
Japanese thought the British were barbarians.
________ ________ ________ ________ ________ ________

Can’t We All Just Get Along?
Based upon what we have just discussed, is it possible for these two regions to establish positive relations with one another?
If yes, list the steps that need to be taken to reach that goal.
If no, list the reasons why it will never happen.

Let’s Go Back In Time…
Tokugawa Period (1600-1868)
___________________
Ruled by Shogun
Capital City of Edo (Tokyo)
Rigid Social Structure
Belief Systems
Shintoism
- Zen Buddhism
- Prohibited Christianity
Centralized feudalism

Review Of Japanese Social Structure
CHOICES:
Samurai, Shogun, Farmers, Merchants, Daimyo, Artisans, Emperor
Emperor
Shogun
Daimyo
Farmers
Artisans
Merchants
Back to Feudal Japan
Back to “If not Shogun”
Samurai

What geographic features enabled Japan to pursue a policy of isolationism?
What are some positives and negatives of the geography of Japan?
Geography of Japan

1853: _____________ Makes “Friends” with Japan
In July, 1853 Perry presented the Japanese Emperor with a proposed commercial and friendship treaty. He would return a year later to receive their answer.
Matthew Perry

The year is 1853. You are the Tokugawa Shogun of Japan. A letter has just arrived from U.S. President Millard Fillmore. Read what he has proposed and decide how you will respond. Then, answer the questions attached.

Perry returned in 1854. This time he appeared with seven
ships - four sailing ships, three steamers – and 1600 men.
The Black Ships!
Here’s The Real Deal

Result:
The signing of this treaty signaled the end of Japanese ________.
What was the Outcome of Perry’s Visit?
Treaty of Kanagawa
isolation
Does this treaty sound familiar?

Fall of Tokugawa Shogunate
Reasons for the fall:
Samurai upset at “surrendering” to Westerners.
Treaty of Kanagawa viewed as unfavorable to the Japanese.
Tokugawa Shogunate seen as weak for ending 250 years of isolation.
Some Daimyo saw this as an opportunity to change the social structure.

TASK: Before we continue on, you must rank the main causes of the fall of the Tokugawa Shogunate.
Starting with #1 being the most important cause, rank the reasons accordingly. Be sure to explain why you chose the order.

Students in Japan clean the schools everyday. They begin doing this in first grade and it continues throughout high school.

If Not The Shogun, Then Who?
The presence of the West triggered nationalist unrest. Who will most of the people in Japan turn to for leadership? Why?
People of all classes appealed to the ________ for support.
They used the slogan sonno joi “Revere the ________, expel the barbarians.”
TASK: Create Your Own Slogan
Imagine you are living in Japan and are upset with the decisions of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Create a protest sign, banner, bumper sticker, or T-shirt with a slogan that expresses your opinion.
Need a hint? Let’s look back at the traditional social structure in Japan.
emperor
emperor

Compare These Two Figures
1. What are the similarities and differences between the two men?
2. What adjectives would you use to describe each ruler?
Traditional
clothing, hair,
sword, looks proud
Looks like…
Western
clothing, hair
sword, looks proud
Looks like…
Do Now:

Emergence of the Emperor
Over the next generation the whole society and its institutions were transformed to serve the needs of _____________.
The Shogunate was defeated and a new emperor named __________was proclaimed.
This period is known as the _______________ –
Meiji meaning ______________.
Mutsuhito
Meiji Restoration
enlightened rule
modernization

Why Modernize?
Based on these images, what factors caused the Japanese to modernize?
What was this policy called?
CHINA
USA
GERMANY
RUSSIA
GREAT BRITAIN
FRANCE
JAPAN
ITALY

Emperor promises to institute political and social reforms and work to strengthen the nation.
Changes During The Meiji Restoration
Abolished feudalism
Eliminated samurai armies
Reformed education
Created a centralized gov’t and encouraged loyalty to the emperor
Created Japan's first Western-style constitution (1889), followed the next year by the country's first elected Diet.
Adopted Western technology
Opened up trade (ended isolation)
Fukoku Kyohei: “Enrich the country and strengthen the military”
Major Changes:

In 1878, this song was taught to Japanese children who sang it while they bounced a ball. Every time they bounced the ball they sang a line.
“Gas lamps
Steam engines
Horse carriages
Cameras
Telegrams
Lightning conductors
Newspapers
Schools
Postal System
Steamboats”
Changes Were Noticed By Young And Old

1. How does this cartoonist show the effect of Western imperialism on Japan?
2. Pick out examples of symbolism used in this cartoon?
3. Why do you think this choice is so difficult for the Japanese man?
4.Which of the choices symbolized by this cartoon did the Japanese
people finally make? Was their choice good for them?
5. Create a title for this cartoon.
How did Westernization Impact the Japanese?

Industrialization of Japan, 1890s
What time period in Japanese history is depicted in this painting? How do you know?

How does this image show a change in the way the Japanese view the West?
Hiking Through The West, 1870
- Kanagaki Robun
Un-enlightened Man
Half-enlightened Man
Enlightened Man
You guys are soooo last year.
Hey, you’ve got to keep up with the times.
This fraud in the top hat is a disgrace to Japanese culture.

How Did The Change In Military Impact Japan?
What characteristics of the old way, the Bushido code, do you think continued?
Both
Generosity toward the weak
Dying an honorable death
Reckless Courage
Reverence to the gods
Honor
Bravery
Swordsmanship
Loyalty
Fairness
Leather armor, swords, bows and arrows
Military uniforms
Development of a navy
Loyalty to the Emperor
Use of guns and canons

Unquestioning Admiration Of The West?
What is the main idea of this picture?
What is the author’s point of view?

Reactions to Westernization
The Satsuma Rebellion 1877
Many samurai were desperate with their situation and the loss of their former status.
They gathered under Takamori Saigo and fought the battle of Satsuma In 1877. It was a clash of traditional samurai weapons against a modern army.
60,000 government troops faced 40,000 rebels. The battle was a short one. The samurai rebels were completely defeated in a bloody battle.
Takamori Saigo was wounded and committed suicide in samurai tradition. He became a hero for the Japanese.

Cultures Combine
How does this painting reflect both Japanese and Western culture?
Fukuchi Gen’ichiro
Editor-in-chief of first Tokyo newspaper who personally covered the Satsuma Rebellion and reported events to the Emperor.
Question:

Landscape art of the 16th Century displays themes of isolation, reflection, and simplicity. Japanese artists and scholars, emulated their Chinese mentors. This reflective, somewhat romantic ink landscape includes pale touches of red and yellow.
What are the similarities and differences over time?
Japanese Art Over Time

Social Changes and Continuities
Universal _________ system stressing science, technology, and loyalty to the nation.
Adopted western fashions in dress, personal care, calendar, metric system
____________ led to smaller families, high divorce rate
Changes:
Continuities:
_________ gained followers
Women still seen as _______
Manners, formalities, and diet remained constant
education
Urbanization
Shintoism
inferior

Strains of Modernization
Poor living standards existed in crowded cities
Political differences led to instability and frequent assassinations of leaders
Constant questioning and debate about ______________
Disgruntled _________ class
Need for raw materials
Problems:
Solutions:
Urged loyalty to the Emperor as a center of _______________
Sino-Japanese War 1894-1895
Russo-Japanese War 1904
Imperialism of Korea: Annexed in 1910
Westernization
Samuarai
national identity

Comparison to China
Compare the actions of Japan and China in these two political cartoons.
What do you think led to the condition of each nation?

Imperialism in East Asia
Which nation surprisingly has a sphere of influence in China?

Value Line
After viewing the problems that Japan has had to face, decide if you think Westernization was a good decision, a bad decision, or somewhere along the spectrum. Once you have decided, take your place accordingly on the value line in the front of the room. Be ready to explain the reasoning behind your position.

Western ____________ was adopted which allowed the Japanese to fully ______________ in less than 50 years. By the end of the Meiji Restoration, the Japanese no longer feared that they would be _____________. Rather, they set out to practice imperialism themselves to obtain power and ________ __________. Japan was quickly emerging as a world-class power using western technology and methods while still maintaining its ___________ _________ values.
Final Thoughts
technology
industrialize
imperialized
natural
traditional
resources
cultural
This period was known as the _____ _____________.
Meiji Restoration