This article introduces a fascinating historical site in Kagoshima. The site is an interesting blend of the lifestyle of samurai lords and some of Japan's earliest attempts at industrialization. Learn more in this article. (Archived article originally published by Japan Today.)
Japan's rapid industrialization during the Meiji Period (1868-1912), when the country was re-opened to international trade after more than 250 years of isolation, was nothing short of remarkable. The various achievements of the period were recognized by UNESCO in 2015 when it listed 23 components at 11 sites as "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution: … Continue reading Exploring early industrialization in Izu
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