The industrial revolution of Japan

The industrial revolution of Japan

 

In the 1750’s till 1914 began the industrial revolution in Japan. When the industrial revolution began, Japan didn’t change to accept foreign influences because that would harm its economy. With the help of the industrial revolution Japan’s economy improved, turning into a stronger nation and becoming more successful by introducing new technology to its society. From this industrial revolution, Japan benefited from a lot of advantages: the population increased, the society had better living conditions and a lot of schools opened.

References:

BBS APWORLD - Compare the causes and early phases of the industrial revolution in western Europe and Japan. 2013. BBS APWORLD - Compare the causes and early phases of the industrial revolution in western Europe and Japan. [ONLINE] Available at: http://bbsapworld.wikispaces.com/Compare+the+causes+and+early+phases+of+the+industrial+revolution+in+western+Europe+and+Japan. [Accessed 18 May 2013].