Modernization in Japan Flashcards
1
Q
when did Mathew Perry arrive in the now japan harbour
A
1853
2
Q
Why did the americans want a port in japan
A
the american whaling fleet need access to japanese ports in order to take on vital supplies , especially coal
3
Q
what treaty did japan sign in 1854 with the USA after the arrival of Matthew Perry and what were its terms
A
they signed the treaty of Kanagawa under its terms japan had to open two ports which US ships could take on supplies
4
Q
who took control of the government after the Tokuguwa Shogun stepped down and when
A
in 1867 Mutsuhito took control of the government
