Opening Trade with Japan
On March 31, 1854, Japan and the U.S. formed a treaty where the U.S. could use Japanese ports. Commandor Matthew Perry sailed into a Japanese port with 3 other naval boats and would not leave until he spoke with the highest emissaries of the Emperor. Japan was considering defending its self, but relized that they were in no position to do so. Japan wanted to stay isolated, but could not do so without risking war. On March 31, 1854, Japan said that they would agree on a treaty. The treaty provided:
- Peace and friendship among the U.S. and Japan.
- Opening two ports for America to use.
- American ships could buy supplices.