1400 Week 14 Flashcards
(25 cards)
4 classes of Tokugawa Japan in order:
- Samurai
- Peasants
- Artisans
- Merchants
Two major differences between Chinese and Japanese social rankings?
- Japanese warriors were placed at the top while Chinese warriors we déclassé
- Japan had no social mobility
Who lived in rural areas?
Peasants
Who are the chonin?
The townspeople of Tokugawa Japan, made up of artisans and merchants
Who were outside of the social class hierarchy?
Hinin and eta
Where did samurai live during Tokugawa period?
Castle towns which were populated 50% by samurai
What was the role of castle towns in Tokugawa Japan?
They became provincial economic centres
What were the Three Metropolises of Tokugawa Japan
- Kyoto
- Osaka
- Edo
Where did the emperor reside?
Kyoto
Which metropolis existed before the 17th century?
Kyoto
What was Kyoto’s population during the Tokugawa period?
350,000-400,000
What was Kyoto known for in Tokugawa Japan?
It was an industrial, cultural, religious, information centre
Where did most merchants live?
Osaka
Which metropolis is looked down on by Tokyo?
Osaka
Which unifier lived in Osaka?
Toyotomi Hideyoshi
What did Osaka control?
Most of Japan’s commerce, determining the price of rice and exchange of gold
What was Osaka’s population during Tokugawa Japan?
400,000
Where was the Shinmachi pleasure quarter found?
Osaka
Which metropolis is currently known as Tokyo?
Edo
What was Edo before the Tokugawa period?
A small town
Which metropolis was the headquarters of Tokugawa?
Edo
Where was the Yoshiwara pleasure quarter located?
Edo
Where is Edo Castle located?
The centre of the samurai part of Edo
What were the decrees of the Kayon Proclamation of 1649 (10)?
Peasants must: Pay land tax Work diligently Cultivate fields during the day Make strong sacks at night Refrain from sake and tea Prepare tools early in the year Renovate outdoor toilets Not eat rice Marry hard working child bearing women Express filial piety and take care of health
