European Imperialism in Japan

By carolineherbert

  • The Arrival of Matthew Perry in Japan

    He took four ships into what is now known as Tokyo Harbor. He brought along with him a letter from U.S. president Millard Fillmore.

  • Treaty of Kanagawa

    Under the terms of this treaty, Japan opened two ports that could also be used by the U.S.

  • Foreign Permission Granted

    Foreign Permissions were granted to the U.S.

  • Tokugawa Steps Down

    The military dictatorship ends.
  • Period: to

    Meji Era

    Mutsuhito's reign. He chose the name "Meji" because it means "enlightened rule."

  • Railroad

    First railroad built in country.