Episode 543 - A Day in the Life of Meiji Japan, Part 1
History of Japan
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Meiji Education System
- The Meiji education system, seemingly meritocratic, aimed to cultivate patriotism and sort students based on talent.
- Influenced by Confucianism and Social Darwinism, it reflected the beliefs of the Meiji elite but faced criticism for not being truly meritocratic.
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