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Title: “Meiji Restoration: Japan’s Modern Transformation Explained”
Tone: Educational, cinematic


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INTRO (0:00–0:20)

“Japan had been isolated for over 200 years.
But the world was changing fast.
In just a few decades, Japan transformed from a feudal society to a modern industrial nation.
This is the story of the Meiji Restoration.”


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1. The End of Isolation (0:20–1:20)

Commodore Perry arrives (1853)

Treaties with foreign powers

End of Tokugawa Shogunate

Opening of ports for trade



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2. Emperor Meiji’s Leadership (1:20–2:20)

Emperor restored as head of state

Centralized government

Modern laws and constitution

Symbol of national unity



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3. Industrial & Social Reforms (2:20–4:00)

Factories, railways, telegraph lines

Western-style schools & universities

Adoption of Western technology and systems

Modern banking and economy



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4. Military Modernization (4:00–5:00)

Samurai adapt to rifles and modern training

Formation of a national army

Strengthened navy

Japan becomes regional power



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CONCLUSION (5:00–5:30)

“The Meiji Restoration turned Japan into a modern nation.
It combined tradition with innovation, preparing Japan for the global stage.”