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Bronze Statue of Ii Naosuke - Hikone Castle grounds, Japan
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Bronze Statue of Ii Naosuke - Hikone Castle grounds, Japan
Hikone Castle grounds, Shiga Prefecture, Japan - Bronze Statue of Ii Naosuke (1815-1860) - daimyo of Hikone ) and also Tairo of Tokugawa Shogunate, Japan - most famous for signing the Harris Treaty with the United States, granting access to ports for trade to American merchants and seamen and extraterritoriality to American citizens. Date: circa 1910s
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Agreement Bronze Daimyo Grounds Harris Merchants Plinth Prefecture Shiga Shogunate Tokugawa Treaty Hikone
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1. Title: "Ii Naosuke: The Daimyo of Hikone and Tairo of the Tokugawa Shogunate - A Pivotal Figure in Japan's Opening to the West" This evocative photograph captures the bronze statue of Ii Naosuke (1815-1860), a prominent daimyo (feudal lord) of Hikone in Shiga Prefecture, Japan, during the late Edo period. Ii Naosuke is also renowned for his role as Tairo (Great Elder) of the Tokugawa Shogunate, a position of immense political power and influence. The statue, erected in the 1910s, stands proudly in the tranquil grounds of Hikone Castle, surrounded by lush greenery and serene ponds. Ii Naosuke's stoic expression and regal posture reflect his status as a powerful and respected leader. The intricate details of his samurai armor and sword, as well as the ornate plinth on which he stands, further emphasize his status and importance. Ii Naosuke is most famously known for his role in signing the Harris Treaty with the United States in 1858. This treaty granted American merchants and seamen access to Japanese ports for trade and extraterritoriality to American citizens, marking a significant step towards Japan's opening to the Western world. This historical event played a crucial role in shaping Japan's modernization and its subsequent interactions with the global community. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Japan's rich history and the pivotal role that figures like Ii Naosuke played in shaping its future. The serene setting of Hikone Castle grounds adds to the sense of tranquility and reflection, making this a captivating and thought-provoking image.
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