Which restoration is associated with Emperor Meiji's reign?
Edo Restoration
Satsuma Restoration
Meiji Restoration
Kyoto Restoration
Answer
The Meiji Restoration, enacted in 1868, marked a pivotal era in Japanese history, leading to the overthrow of the Tokugawa shogunate and the return to imperial rule under Emperor Meiji. This significant restoration ushered in a period of rapid modernization, as Japan embraced Western ideals and technology, transforming its political and social structures, and establishing itself as a prominent power on the global stage.
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