Since the arrival of Commodore Perry's black ships in Uraga Bay in 1853, a fierce political struggle raged within Japan, centered on the issues of expelling foreigners or opening the country, and supporting the Emperor or the shogunate. During this period, after experiencing internal conflicts, the Choshu clan, which became the main driving force behind the overthrow of the shogunate, had Shoin Yoshida and his successor, Shinsaku Takasugi, at the origin of its ideology. Due to the age of the book, there may be some fading or discoloration. If you have any questions, please feel free to comment. Please consider this item, as it is a home-kept item.