Be able to label the map of feudalism in Medieval Japan.
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Why was feudalism important to Japan?
it provided a system of governance and stability, facilitating local administration, military defense, and societal order during a time of decentralized power.
What was the Shinto in Medieval Japan? Give an example.
Animism- all natural things have Kami (Spirit) People ask Kami for help Belief that all natural things are alive. Examples: Mountains & Rivers
Describe Medieval Japan’s geography.
Chain of islands Covered by mountains Fisherman & traders Covered by water (easy to trade) Only 20% of land can be farmed
What code did the samurai follow?
Bushido
Who were the samurai?
Nobles formed private armies to protect their lands and gave the men land if they agreed to fight = samurai.
What is feudalism in Medieval Japan?
Feudalism in Medieval Japan was a hierarchical social and political structure where land was granted by the emperor to daimyos (lords) in exchange for military
During Nara 700 AD in Japan, only the wealthy would be officials? Why might this be a limitation?
The lack of fair representation of everyone.
Who was Prince Shotoku? What inspired his reforms?
He wanted a strong government like the Chinese. Creates constitution. Organized
Who were the first settlers in Medieval Japan? Why were they important to Japan?
Yayoi (clan): Ancestors of the Japanese Introduced farming Grew rice in paddies Made metal
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