The Rise of Modern Japan Flashcards
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Why did Japan feel disrespected by the Treaty of Portsmouth provisions?

It did not get to keep all its gained territory.

What did the weakening of the Tokugawa Shogunate allow nationalist groups to do?

Demand a change in government.

How would a government legally take control of another territory to add it to its own?

Annex it.

How did Japan become the most powerful nation in Asia?

<p>Japan adopted Western military technologies and training methods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was the tsar quick to agree to negotiate a peace treaty to end the Russo-Japanese War?

<p>Russia was fighting a strong military from afar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How was Japan easily able to defeat China in the Sino-Japanese War?

<p>Japan's military was better trained and equipped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might lack of trust in the US and future negotiations with it lead Japan to do?

<p>Feel disrespected by the provisions of the Treaty of Portsmouth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the image depicting the end of the Sino-Japanese War best depict?

<p>The different paths of China and Japan: traditional versus military dress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a true statement about the Treaty of Kanagawa?

<p>It was an unequal treaty that favored the US.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is something that China and Japan have in common?

<p>They have a history of strong cultural traditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Commodore Matthew Perry led US warships that changed Japan dramatically.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Treaty of Kanagawa require Japan to do?

<p>Help shipwrecked Americans, open two ports for trade, allow the US to set up an embassy, and encourage further trade.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Meiji Restoration leaders?

<p>They were a nationalist group that rose to power during the decline of the Tokugawa Shogunate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was emphasized during additional reforms in the Meiji Era?

<p>Nationalism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a result of rapid industrialization during the Meiji Era?

<p>Government investments in factory construction and massive military expansion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Japan expand its military power?

<p>By adopting Western military technologies and training methods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What prompted Japan's victory in the Sino-Japanese War?

<p>Japan's modernization and military strength.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did China and Japan differ regarding modernization during the late 1800s?

<p>China remained faithful to traditional values while Japan embraced modernization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What similarities existed between China and Japan during the late 1800s?

<p>Both had strong cultural traditions and were forced to sign unequal treaties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Russia feel surprised and threatened by the Japanese empire?

<p>Because of the power Japan was creating as a neighbor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Treaty of Portsmouth result in?

<p>Russia was forced to withdraw from Manchuria and Korea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Japan make Korea in 1905?

<p>A protectorate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What changes occurred in Korea after Japan took over?

<p>Closed newspapers, limited free speech, and assumed control of the education system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Treaty of Portsmouth

  • Japan felt disrespected by the Treaty of Portsmouth due to not retaining all acquired territories.
  • This dissatisfaction contributed to a growing mistrust of the US in future negotiations.

Decline of the Tokugawa Shogunate

  • The weakening shogunate led to increasing demands for governmental change from nationalist groups.

Annexation

  • A government legally takes control of another territory through annexation.

Military Power in Asia

  • Japan became the strongest nation in Asia by adopting Western military technology and training practices.

Russo-Japanese War

  • The tsar of Russia agreed to negotiate a peace treaty to end the Russo-Japanese War due to the challenges of fighting a distant military.
  • Japan executed a surprise attack on Russian forces at Port Arthur, resulting in a decisive victory.

Sino-Japanese War

  • Japan’s superior military training and equipment allowed it to easily defeat China in the Sino-Japanese War, which lasted from 1894 to 1895.
  • This conflict showcased the stark differences in modernization between Japan and China; Japan embraced modernization while China clung to traditional values.

Treaty of Kanagawa

  • The Treaty of Kanagawa was an unequal treaty favoring the US, leading to significant changes in Japan's foreign relations.
  • Key terms included assistance for shipwrecked Americans, the opening of ports for trade, and the establishment of a US embassy in Japan.

Meiji Restoration

  • A nationalist movement, the Meiji Restoration aimed to modernize Japan's government and society by abolishing feudalism and promoting a constitutional monarchy.
  • Under Emperor Mutsuhito, sweeping reforms emphasized national loyalty and universal education.

Industrialization during the Meiji Era

  • The government invested in both private and public sector factories, leading to rapid industrial growth and military expansion.
  • Japan's industries created modern technologies, making it the most dominant military power in Asia.

Expansion into Korea

  • Japan established control over Korea by making it a protectorate in 1905 and fully annexing it by 1910.
  • Following annexation, Japan assumed control of Korea's education and infrastructure, which fueled Korean nationalism.

Impact of the Russo-Japanese War

  • The war increased Japan's influence in mainland Asia and marked a shift in perceptions of Japan as a world power.
  • The Treaty of Portsmouth established Japan’s territorial gains, but also caused resentment due to necessary concessions.

Comparative Analysis of Japan and China

  • Both nations shared strong cultural traditions and faced pressures to sign unequal treaties. However, Japan embraced modernization, while China largely resisted it.
  • China's inability to modernize led to inefficiencies and increased foreign intervention, contrasting with Japan's rise as an imperial power.

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Test your knowledge on the pivotal events and terms related to the rise of modern Japan. These flashcards cover significant historical milestones such as the Treaty of Portsmouth and the fall of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Perfect for students looking to deepen their understanding of Japan's transformation during the Meiji Restoration.

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