Japan 1200-1450
who are the samurai?
this warrior class held power and served local lords in feudal japan
What is the sengoku period?
This period of japanese history was marked by political instability and constant warfare between daimyo.
What is the Meiji restoration?
This major turning point in 1868 restored imperial rule and led to modernization.
Whats is a developed economy?
This type of economy Japan developed,characterized by advanced industry and global trade.
what is feudalism
this decentralized political system organized society around landholding and loyalty.
who are daimyo?
These regional lords controlled land and maintained private armies of samurai.
What is industrialization?
The economic shift moved Japan from agriculture to factory based production.
What is world war 2?
This global conflict in the mid 1900s led to major political and social changes in Japan.
what is a shogun?
this military leader held real political power over Japan, while emperor was mostly symbolic.
what is isolationism
this policy restricted foreign trade and contact to limit outside influence.
What are industrial technologies
These new technologies,such as railroads and factories,helped modernize Japan.
What is a democracy?
This system of government was established in Japan after world war 2 with a constitution and elected officials
what is Bushido?
This system of values emphasized loyalty,honor and discipline among warriors.
what is the tokugwa shogunate
this ruling system established peace and a strict social hierarchy beginning in the early 1600s.
What is the Meiji constitution
This document established a constitutional monarchy and limited democracy in Japan.
What is the united states
This country played a major role in rebuilding and influencing Japan after world war 2
what is Buddhism?
This religion,which spread from china,influenced Japanese culture and ideas about life and death.
What is Christianity?
This foreign religion was suppressed because leaders feared it would weaken Japanese authority.
What is imperialism?
This policy allowed Japan to expand its influence and compete with western powers.
What is industrial and technological production?
This focus on high-quality manufacturing helped Japan become a global leader in cars and electronics.