[-AI-3.5]The history of Sino-Japanese relations ( ancient times - 15th century)

Abstract

日本と中国の長年にわたる関係には、古代から現代までの豊かな歴史があります。このブログの目的は、西洋の学生が歴史を個人的な観点からと統計的に見て、この関係がどのように進化したかを理解することです。最初に、中国と日本が長い歴史を持っていることを考慮に入れなければなりません。中国の唐代には、日本との関係が特に深くなりました。また、九州平野の日本には、中国の文化と技術が取り入れられ、発展していきました。しかし、いくつかの戦争や紛争もありました。歴史は複雑であり、多くの事件が起こりました。中日間の貿易も盛んであり、両国の関係はこれまでに数多くの例があります。

Table of contents

• Introduction
• Relationship between ancient China and Japan
• Influence of the Korean Peninsula and China during the Heian period
• Turbulent period from the Kamakura period to the Muromachi period
• Relationship between Korea, China, and Japan during the Muromachi period
• Interactions and conflicts until the 15th century
• Conclusion

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Introduction

The long-standing relationship between Japan and China has a rich history from ancient times to the present day. The purpose of this blog is for Western students to understand how this relationship has evolved from a more personal perspective, and with the use of statistics, when studying history.

Before we talk about the Japan-China relationship, let’s first discuss the purpose of this blog. Our goal is to understand how history has evolved from a more personal perspective and with the use of statistics.

At the same time, it is necessary to consider the historical background of the relationship between China and Japan in order to explain how it has evolved. So let’s get started.

Ancient China-Japan Relations

First of all, China and Japan are countries with long histories. In the 3rd century BC, envoys from the Wa Kingdom traveled to China and exchange began. During the Three Kingdoms period, Japan and Wei engaged in trade. However, during the Tang Dynasty, Japan and China built even closer relations. Many envoy delegations such as the Ryo-shin envoy and the Tsukushi envoy were sent. As a result, Japan adopted Chinese culture and technology and developed further. There was also interaction in the fields of literature and art. However, there were also times of war and conflict. The history of China and Japan is complicated and many events took place.

The influence of the Korean Peninsula and China during the Heian period

During the Heian period, there was active cultural exchange with China and the Korean Peninsula. At this time, as the Tang Empire declined, Silla began to dominate the southern half of the peninsula, leading to increased interaction between Japan and Silla. This exchange brought Buddhism to Japan, as well as cultural and technological innovations. Trade also flourished, with maritime exchange taking place via torch-lit ships. However, this period was also plagued by pirates who frequently attacked trading ships. Despite this, interaction between Japan, the Korean Peninsula, and China continued, with trade with China even continuing during the chaotic period of the Northern and Southern Courts. However, trade with Ming China ceased and was replaced by trade with Europeans. When the Joseon Dynasty was established, a new relationship was forged that differed from the previous ones with Silla and Goguryeo.

The period of unrest from the Kamakura era to the Muromachi era

The period from the Kamakura period to the Muromachi period saw many wars and political changes. The Mongol Empire attempted to invade Japan twice in 1274 and 1281 with the Mongol Invasions, but were repelled by the miracle of the Wind God and Thunder God. The issue of Wokou pirates during the Ming Dynasty and the internal strife of the Nanboku-chM period also occurred during this period. The Nanboku-chM period (1336-1392) was a time when the HMjM clan unified and destroyed the Kamakura shogunate. The conflict between Ming China and Japan also intensified during this period, resulting in the suspension of trade between the two countries. However, Nanban trade rapidly developed during this period. Furthermore, the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) was founded during this period and would influence the next era.

The relationship between the Joseon Dynasty of Korea and China during the Muromachi Period

The relationship between the Joseon Dynasty and China during the Muromachi period - During the Muromachi period, the Muromachi shogunate engaged in tributary trade with the Joseon Dynasty and placed emphasis on trade with Korea in order to disrupt trade between Japan and Ming China. Due to the issue of the Wokou pirates, the Muromachi shogunate stationed troops on the southern coast of the Korean peninsula, establishing a close relationship with the Korean side. The shogunate also dispatched a navy to protect sea routes, achieving excellent results in battles against pirates. One of the bases for trade was the port of Pyongyang, where the Muromachi shogunate conducted trade via sea routes. In addition, the diplomatic envoy of the Oei era was invited to the Korean palace and exchanged gifts of tribute. This deepened the friendly relationship between the two countries. The relationship between the Joseon Dynasty and China during the Muromachi period primarily developed around tributary trade, building a close relationship of friendship between the two countries. However, due to the issue of Wokou pirates, the Muromachi shogunate struggled to protect sea routes.

Interactions and conflicts up until the 15th century

After the Meio Incident, Japan’s relationship with the Ming Dynasty became strained. At the time, there were many opposing factions, including Japanese pirates. During the Onin War, the Ming Dynasty also invaded. In the Incident of the Honorable Ruler’s Brocade Banner, the Joseon Dynasty sent envoys to Japan and requested that the Ming Emperor refrain from tribute and trade. This indicated that Korea and the Ming Dynasty were in alliance, and Japan was isolated. However, in the 15th century, the Ming Dynasty became enthusiastic about exploring Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean, and became less interested in Japan than before. On the other hand, the Joseon Dynasty sought to restore diplomatic relations and resumed exchanges with Japan.

Conclusion

The transformation of the relationship between China and Japan has varied from ancient diplomacy to the Meiji Restoration and the reconstruction after the Pacific War. Currently, both countries have established a mutually dependent relationship, but often conflicting on international status and environmental issues. The outlook for future Sino-Japanese relations is uncertain, but solutions require cooperation from both sides through cultural exchange and economic cooperation.