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This map shows the expansion of Japan through the Sino-Japanese war.

ur great leader Meiji managed to defeat the Chinese army in the Sino-Japanese War. The

rebellious hermit country Korea also fell like China did. Although emperor Meiji only wanted Korea to recognize the Meiji government, Korea refused to grant immediate recognition and did not open itself to the world. Furthermore, when China tried to free Korea, Japan had to recognize China as an enemy to be eliminated.

In 1876, Japan ordered Korea to open three ports through the gunboat diplomacy tactics and by making Korea sign the Treaty of Kanghwa. Adding on to that, by doing this, Japan

recognized Korea as a independent country to detach Korea from China. China reacted to this by sending in reinforcements to fend off the Japanese troops. Soon after Japan sunk the reinforcement ships, China and Japan were in war in August 1.

Japan and China were in war for about an year. Although China had more troops since of the country’s size, Japan won many battles.

Chapter 1

Sino-Japanese WarKorea and China was defeated by our mighty Japanese troops.

Chapter 2

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Chapter 3

Was the Alliance the right thing to do?Many people argued upon whether the alliance with Britain was the right thing or not. Read what an ordinary official, Kenshin Otoshi wrote.

Chapter 4

Interview with Emperor MeijiHere is an interview with Emperor Meiji. Listen to why Emperor Meiji decided to expand and witness what he did for our country.

Chapter 5

Everyday LifeCome and witness the ever new items that help us in everyday life. Allow yourself to spectate on the objects that came from overseas.

Fall of China and Korea- Mitchell Seo

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16th of SeptemberOn September 16, Japanese forces moved into Pyongyang and quickly defeated Korean troops. Japan took control

Although China fought decisively, by losing many important battles, China faced its end. On the other hand, Japan gained many benefits after this war for it had gained many privileges from China and China were forced to open 4 ports and Korea were forced to open 3 ports. Adding on to that, Japan were able to expand because Japan received the Pescadores Islands and because our Japanese troops took over China and Korea.

21st of NovemberThe Manchurian Fortress of Port Arthur was one of the strongest forts in Asia. However, Manchuria faced a massacre of more than 60,000 victims however, Japan only had 300 casualties and loses. Even though the Japanese took over Port Arthur, they began to kill any Chinese they came in contact to.

17th of SeptemberWhen China sent warships to defeat Japanese troops, they were utterly defeated by the Japanese troops.

12th of February The Chinese fleets were finally destroyed in Weihaiwei.

17th of AprilOn April 17th, 1895, the Treaty of Simonoseki were signed by China and Japan to officially end the Sino-Japanese war. Through this treaty China had to give many benefits to Japan. -China ad to recognize Korea as an independent state -Taiwan, Liaotung Peninsula, and Pescadores were given to Japan -China opened 4 new ports -Payed 200 million taels to Japan -Japan gained nation rights on China

fter the battle with China, Russia soon became another formidable enemy of Japan.

After another year of war in 1904, Russia became another victim to the great power of Japan.

After the Sino-Japanese war, Japan had a meeting with three other countries. It was Germany, France and Russia. This meeting took place in order to buy back Liaotung Peninsula from Japan. However, this event was only the very very beginning of another war.

Since China’s Liaotung peninsula was bought by Russia and was returned to the Chinese, Russians were allowed to connect their railways to Chinese Eastern Railway. However, Japan feared that by doing so, Russia would be able to take over Manchuria easily not to mention Korea.

Russia’s advance in the Far East didn’t only threaten Japan, Britain was very worried as well. Fearing that Russia would expand further, Britain and Japan formed an alliance called the

Anglo-Japanese Alliance. This alliance was signed on January 30th, 1902. With Britain as an ally, Japan became far stronger.

Japan wanted to gain control of Korea no matter what the cost was. However, Russia only partially recognized Japan’s interest in Korea. Soon after, Japanese

troops flooded the Russian lands and trampled over the Russian troops. There were several casualties on both sides.

When the war finally ended, Japan was victorious and the treaty of Portsmouth finally ended the Russo-Japanese war.

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This map shows the territory Japan took over during the years of war.

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Are you sick of what you eat everyday? Looking for a change in menu? Come to the new Chinese Restaurant!

Come and enjoy our high-class food in the new Da-Zhang-Jin restaurant. You will be able to witness a spectacular change in dishes and you would be able to chew on something different. Come on quickly before it gets too crowded to eat!

The Decline of the Behemoth- Mitchell Seo

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Was it Really the Right thing to Form an Alliance with Britain? -Kenshin Otoshi

as the alliance really a right thing to have done? Many Japanese leaders believed

that this kind of alliance wouldn’t last long and would soon break out as a war. However, the Anglo-Japanese Alliance were one of the best choices made to protect Japan’s interest in Korea.

Russia was one of the largest country in the world. For Japan to win against a formidable like Russia, Britain’s aid was essential. Personally speaking, I believe that without Britain’s aid, taking over Russia might have a little difficult to handle. However, by receiving Britain’s help, we were able to defeat the Russian forces and we were able to

keep the Russians from coming near China or Korea.

Even though we had to recognize Britain’s special interest in China, we have gained many territories and privileges so the loss isn’t all that big.

Lastly, since both Britain and Japan would prefer not to conflict each other, I believe that it was a wise choice to create an alliance. Adding on to that, no other country would be able to attack us or Britain easily as long as this alliance is held.

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Great Emperor Meiji meets the ruler of Britain and forms the Anglo-Japanese Alliance.

This cartoon shows the Russians getting slaughtered by the Japanese.

Interview With Emperor

Meiji Lifestyle

All of us has at least heard of the amazing feats that Emperor Meiji presented to us. With his superior rule, Japan had been able to take over Korea, China and even defeat Russia. However, we never know what he thinks of these acts so we’ll go ahead and interview with him.

Question: What do you wish to achieve through this expansion oh great emperor Meiji?

Answer: I hope that our population would be able to live in another piece of land for Japan is isolated and enclosed which makes it hard to populate.

Question: What do you expect of the future Japan?

Answer: I hope that Japan becomes one of the strongest countries of the world. I also hope that we would be able to take over most of Asia after a few more years.

New lifestyle changes occurred because of the new technologies that the west invented. Many utensils and materials are being imported from the west.

Some of the most useful utensils are the cooking utensils. These materials are purely made of steel and are very useful in creating delicious dishes. Furthermore, the steel allows the utensil to keep its composure, making it less dirty.

Another popular object that was imported was the western style sake. These sakes are highly addicted and it is one of the greatest pleasure wealthy individuals are experiencing.

Although most of these western style food and utensils are expensive, they are making life so much easier.

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