Question

How did the emperor’s decision to move the capital to edo impact then position on Japan’s hierarchies

Answer 1

The correct answer to this open question is the following.

Although the question does not provide options, we can say that the emperor’s decision to move the capital to Edo impacted the position on Japan’s hierarchies in that it represented the end of the traditional epoch of classical Japanese traditions, culture, and the conservative society. This Edo period, also known as the Tokuwaga period, started in 1603 and ended in 1867, with the Meiji Restoration that started the following year. During the Edo period, the Emperor was very careful to avoid any external influence that could bring consequences to the traditional and conservative life of Japan. During those years, the merchants surged as a new and prominent class, and the Emperor rejected any Christian influences.