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After Emperor Meiji's funeral, it was said that new Japan followed the funeral car. What did this signify?

  • The end of Meiji era

  • The start of a civil war

  • The transformation of Japan

  • The start of Meiji era

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The transformation of Japan after Emperor Meiji's funeral symbolized a profound shift in the nation's identity, values, and trajectory. It marked a transition from a feudal, isolated society to a modern, outward-looking nation, eager to embrace Western ideas, technology, and political systems. This transformative period laid the foundation for Japan's rapid modernization, economic growth, and emergence as a global power in the 20th century.
Imperial Intrigue: The Life and Legacy of Emperor Meiji

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