Japanese History Flashcards
(13 cards)
When was the First Sino-Japanese War?
1894 - 1895 (8 months)
Who took part in the First Sino-Japanese War?
Japan and China
Why did the First Sino-Japanese war happen?
Japan’s Treaty of Kanghwa with Korea was a major cause
What were the consequences and aftermath of the First Sino-Japanese War?
The losing side had to pay a huge tax and open ports for trade. It also showed that Japan was becoming a major Asian power. The defeat also contributed to rebellion and revolution in China.
When was the Russo-Japanese War?
1904 - 1905 (7 months)
Who took part in the Russo-Japanese War?
Japan and Russia
Why did the Russo-Japanese war happen?
The shared struggle for Korea and Manchuria was a major cause
What were the consequences and aftermath of the Russo-Japanese War?
It ended in the Treaty of Portsmouth. It also showed that Japan was becoming a major global power. The defeat also contributed to rebellion and revolution in Russia.
What was the political trouble in the Taishō era?
What was Japan’s role in WW1? (Where? Why?)
What were the drawbacks of WW1 for Japan?
What were the benefits of the WW1 for Japan?
What were the rice riots?
