Education and Gender Roles in Meiji Japan

The chapter explores the progression of compulsory education in Meiji Japan, focusing on the nationalist shift towards obedience to the emperor and Confucian values. It also delves into the limited educational opportunities for women, societal expectations of marriage, and the challenges faced by women in late Meiji Japan. Additionally, it discusses the strict adherence to the imperial rescript, the sorting process for future leaders, and the introduction of conscription for young men.