SSC
WORLD HISTORY
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colonization of Japan by the United States
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transfer of spheres of influence to China
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introduction of Christianity to Japanese society
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opening of trade and diplomatic relations with Japan
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Japanese grudgingly agreed to Perry’s demands, and the two sides signed the Treaty of Kanagawa on March 31, 1854. According to the terms of the treaty, Japan would protect stranded seamen and open two ports for refueling and provisioning American ships: Shimoda and Hakodate.
Detailed explanation-2: -What was the result of the 1853 visit? Japan agreed to open 5 ports to Americans. How did the Japanese respond to the intrusion of Westerners? The Japanese lost faith in their Shogun leaders and wanted the Meiji king to be their leader.
Detailed explanation-3: -What was Japan’s reaction to Commodore Perry’s 1853 demand that Japanese ports be opened to foreigners? The shogun capitulated to Perry’s demands, leading to a civil war that eventually toppled the shogunate and returned power to the emperor.