Modernizing-industrial monarchy

Meiji Japan

During the Meiji Era, Japan underwent rapid modernization directed by the emperor, who abolished feudalism, industrialized the country, and created modern institutions, uniting tradition, nationalism, and military ascent.

Historical regime · 1868–1912

Profile across the 12 axes

How Meiji Japan positions on each of the 12 political dimensions measured by 12 Axes.

Structure

Very strong - Unitary

Federal 13%

Unitary 88%

Representation

Strong - Autocracy

Democracy 21%

Autocracy 79%

Power

Strong - Security

Security 81%

Liberty 19%

Immigration

Strong - Assimilation

Assimilation 81%

Multiculturalism 19%

Diplomacy

Strong - Militarist

Militarist 78%

Pacifist 23%

Intervention

Strong - Nationalist

Non-interventionist 16%

Nationalist 84%

Economy

Leaning - Private

Public 35%

Private 65%

Control

Leaning - Planning

Planning 63%

Free market 38%

Trade

Leaning - Protectionism

Protectionism 70%

Globalism 30%

Religion

Strong - Religious

Irreligious 20%

Religious 80%

Morality

Strong - Traditionalist

Progressive 21%

Traditionalist 79%

Technology

Leaning - Technology

Technology 65%

Biology 35%

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