vocab 3 Flashcards
(12 cards)
“Modern Girl” -
A term used to describe a new generation of Japanese women who embraced Western fashion, lifestyles, and ideas during the early 20th century.
“Salary Man” -
A term for white-collar workers in Japan, who typically work long hours and prioritize company loyalty and group harmony.
Great Kanto Earthquake -
A devastating earthquake that struck the Kanto region of Japan in 1923, causing widespread destruction and loss of life, and contributing to political and social upheaval.
Greater Japan Federation of Labor -
A national labor organization in Japan, which sought to improve working conditions and promote workers’ rights during the early 20th century.
Zaibatsu -
Large family-controlled business conglomerates in pre-war Japan, which wielded significant economic and political influence.
Mitsui -
One of the largest and most influential zaibatsu in Japan, with interests in banking, insurance, and various industries.
Mitsubishi -
Another major zaibatsu in Japan, with interests in finance, shipping, and heavy industries.
Sumitomo -
A prominent zaibatsu with a focus on mining, metalworking, and manufacturing.
Kita Ikki -
A Japanese intellectual and nationalist who advocated for radical political and social reforms, including the establishment of a socialist state.
Kwantung Army -
A Japanese army group stationed in Manchuria, which played a significant role in the expansion of Japanese influence in the region and the establishment of Manchukuo.
Japanese Communist Party -
A leftist political party in Japan, founded in 1922, which advocated for socialism and opposed the conservative Liberal Democratic Party.
Japanese Socialist Party -
A center-left political party in Japan that promoted social democracy and opposed the conservative Liberal Democratic Party.
