# The Japan Year Book 1910 — Chronologies

362 entries, LLM-transcribed. These entries were transcribed by the vision model of Opus 5.5. Before using any of these details, you must verify specific details with the original source which is linked to whenever possible.


## Diary of 1908-9 — Diary of 1907-9

**1907, Dec. 1** Organization of the Imperial Household Ministry of Korea published. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 3** In honor of Mr. Lumieux, Canadian Minister of Labor, the Municipality and business men give a reception at the Peers' Club. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 5** Prince Pu-Lin, Chinese Special Envoy, arrives in Tokyo; leaving on the 13th inst for home. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 7** Launching of the Chiyo-Maru at the Mitsubishi yard. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 12** Arrival of Chaimyon, Korean Envoy, at Tokyo. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 16** Appointment of Viscount Yasushi Nomura as the Chief Guardian of Princesses Fumi and Yasu. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 16** Death of Mr. Chu Asai, an artist. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 18** Launching of the torpedo destroyer Uranami at Maidzuru yard. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 20** The Emperor visits the Korean Prince at the Shiba Detached Palace. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 21** The 24th session of the Imperial Diet convend. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 26** The Korean Envoy leaves Tokyo. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 26** Mr. Lumieux leaves Tokyo for home. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 27** The Emperor personally inspects the cruiser Tsukuba at Yokosuka. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1907, Dec. 28** The Emperor honors the opening ceremony of the Diet with his presence. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 10** Prince Fushimi, jr. leaves Shimbashi for Europe. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 11** Viscount Aoki, Ambassador to the U. S. A., is relieved of his post. Baron Takahira, Ambassador to Itaty, is transferred to America. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 12** Return of Mr. Tsuzuki, Special Ambassador at the Hague Peace Conference, to Tokyo. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 13** Death of Gaho Hashimoto, the famous artist of Japanese school. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 14** Baron Sakatani and Mr. Yamagata are relieved of their ministerial chairs. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 14** Mr. Matsuda, Minister of Justice, and Mr. Hara Home Minister, are respectively appointed as additional post to the chairs of Finance and Communications. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 18** The mass meeting of the Seiyukai. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 18** Dr. Hatoyama leaves the Progressives and joins the Seiyukai. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 19** The mass meeting of the Progressves. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 21** Introduction of the Increased Taxation Bill to the Lower House. The mass meeting in Tokyo of all the chambers of commerce throughout the empire. — p. i ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jan. 30** Mr. Yi Taiyon, Minister of the Korean Imperial Household, returns home. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Feb. 5** The joint mass meeting of business men throughout the Empire and demonstration against the Increased Taxation. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Feb. 5** The Japanese S.S. Tatsumaru is sized by a Chinese warship off the port of Amoy. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Feb. 5** Viscount Aoki is appointed Privy Councillor. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Feb. 11** Prince Ito commemorates the 20th anniversary of the promulgation of the constitution at his new residence. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Feb. 13** The Budget passes the House of Representatives. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Feb. 17** A big fire in Asakusa Park: more than 200 houses destroyed. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Feb. 22** The House of Peers adopts the Increased Taxation Bill. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 5** A great fire at Noda, Shimosa province: over 400 houses destroyed. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 6** Dr. Baeltz arrives in Japan. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 6** Baron Naoyuki Ando dies. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 8** Fire at Niigata, over 1,500 houses destroyed. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 12** Commemoration of the Anglo-Japanese alliance at the official residence of the Minister of Foreign Affairs. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 13** Death of Admiral Masanojo Kamimura. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 15** The Tatsu Maru affairs settled. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 16** Laws concerning the increased taxation promulgated. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 16** Mr. Bean, Governor-General of Indo-China, is received in audience by the Emperor. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 19** Mayors and headmen of towns and villages officially rewarded in connetion with the Russo-Japanese War. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 22** The 20th anniversary of the promulgation of the Constitution celebrated by members of Both Houses. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 22** Mr. Stevens, Adviser to the Korean Court, shot at San Francisco by a Korean fanatic. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 25** Appointment of Baron Senge as Minister of Justice, and of Viscount Hotta as Minister of Communications. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 25** Launching of the Mogami at the Nagasaki yard. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 25** Death of Baron Yanosuke Iwasaki and Mr. Stevens. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 27** The closing ceremony of the Imperial Diet. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Mar. 31** Prince Ito returns to his post at Seoul. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Apr. 3** Prince Arisugawa, jr., dies at Yedajima. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Apr. 4** The Crown Prince proceeds to Yamaguchi and Tokushima prefectures. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Apr. 9** Snow continues to fall from previous night reaching 6 or 7 inches deep at Tokyo. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Apr. 11** Death of Count Matsuura. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Apr. 19** Return of the Crown Prince to Tokyo. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Apr. 30** Nuptials of Prince Takeda and Princess Tsune solemnited. Sinking of the cruiser Matsushima at the Pescadores owing to the explosion of magazine. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 1** The Japanese Legation at St. Petersburg promoted to Embassy, and Baron Motono to the Ambassador. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 2** Prince Yamashina dies. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 4** A fire at Naoyetsu, over 700 houses burnt down. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 5** The Emperor grants a donation of Y. 30,000 to the Waseda University. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 5** Signing of the American-Japanese arbitration agreement — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 8** Mr. Kohei Sufu, Gov. of Kanagawa, is created a Baron. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 15** General election of the members of the Lower House. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 17** Death of Marquis Toku-gawa, formerly Lord of Nagoya. — p. ii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 20** The Emperor visits the Military Accountants School. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 23** The Empress is present at the general meeting of the Ladies' Patriotic Association held at Aoyama. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 25** Death of Mr. Iwai, Chief of the Formosan Administration Bureau. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 27** The Emperor proceeds to the Military Cadets' School. General Nogi ordered to Manchuria. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 27** Celebration of the 4th Anniversary of the Japan Sea Battle. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 27** The Crown Prince honors the occasion with his presence. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 30** The Emperor proceeds to the Military Preparatory School. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, May 31** The joint mass meeting of the Tokyo Lawyers' Association; Dr. T. Okamura elected President of the Association. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 1** The 16th general meeting of the Japan Red Cross Society at Hibiya park, the Empress is presented on the occasion. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 4** The joint mass meeting of Agriculture and Industrial Banks. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 4** The Emperor grants a donation of 300,000 yen to the Military and Naval Club. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 5** The Empress proceeds to the Girls' Higher Normal School. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 6** Appointment of Baron Chinda as Ambassador to Germany, Baron G. Hayashi as Ambassador to Italy, Mr. H. Ijuin as Minister to China, Mr. Ishii as Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs, and other changes in the Foreign Office. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 6** Launching of the Volunteer Sakura-Maru at Nagasaki. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 8** Hail-storm at Tokyo in the afternoon. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 8** The joint mass meeting of the chambers of commerce throughout the country. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 10** Unveiling of the monument for Russian Officers and men killed at Port Arthur. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 12** Arrival of Drs. Koch and Sieman. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 14** The opening ceremony of the Disabled Soldiers Home. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 14** Suicide of Bizan Kawakami, the novelist. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 18** Mr. Sakuya Yoshida appointed Minister to Siam. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 23** Death of Doppo Kunikida, the novelist. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 25** Dr. Koch received in audience by the Emperor. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 26** Mr. Loudon, Dutch Minister, presents to the Emperor the letter relieving him of his post. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jun. 29** Big fire at Niitsu, Niigata Prefecture, 450 houses destroyed. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, July 1** Death of Mr. Iken Kojima. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, July 3** Municipalization of the Tokyo Electric Rly. rejected by the Government. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, July 4** Resignation of the Saionji Cabinet. Mr. Hidaka, Chamberlain to His Majesty, despatched to Seoul to ask Prince Ito about the Cabinet change. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, July 8** The Empress proceeds to the Deaf and Dumb School. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, July 8** Mr. Baukmeteff, Russian Minister, presents His Majesty with the letter relieving of his post. His successor Mr. Malevitch, Ambassador, arrives in Tokyo. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, July 11** Graduation ceremony of the Tokyo Imperial University; honored with the Emperor's presence. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, July 11** Mr. Hidaka, Chamberlain, returns from Seoul. — p. iii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 12** The Emperor calls Marquis Katsura and summons the elder statesmen. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 13** Commencement ceremony of the Kyoto Imperial University; Prince Higashi-Fushimi is present. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 14** The Katsura Cabinet organized. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 14** Mayor Ozaki tenders his resignation. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 14** The Miye-Maru is transported to Nikolaiesk. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 15** Mr. Malevitch, new Russian Ambassador, received in audience by the Emperor. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 17** Appointment of Mr. N. Oshikawa as Vice-Minister of Agr. & Com.; and of Mr. Wakatsuki as Vice-Minister of Finance. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 20** Dr. K. Ichiki appointed Vice-Minister of Home-Affairs; Mr. E. Kamei, Inspector-General of Metropolitan-Police; and Mr. Arimatsu, Director of the Police Affairs Bureau. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 21** Mr. Sawayanagi, Vice-Minister of Education, resigns, and Mr. Okada succeeds him. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 24** Prince Ito arrives in Tokyo and proceeds to the Imperial Palace. Mr. Tsuzuki resigns his post as Chief Secretary of the Privy Council, and Mr. Kingoro Kawamura suceeds him. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 26** General Prince Fushimi returns to Tokyo. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 27** Count Komura, Ambassador at London, is recalled and leaves London with Mr. Wakatsuki. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 28** Concerning the Miye-Maru, affairs, Consul Nomura lays a protest with the Russian Governor-General. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 31** Exchange of ratifications of the Consular Convention between Japan and Holland. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Jul. 31** Mr. Hu Weite, new Chinese Minister, arrives in Tokyo. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 2** Return of the Training Squadron. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 3** Mr. Tsuzuki is created a Baron. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 6** Exchange of ratifications of the Trade-Mark convention between Japan and America. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 7** Promotion of Lieut.Generals H. Inouye and H. Okubo to full Generals, and of Vice-Admiral S. Hidaka to full Admiral. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 13** Publication of the American Japanese Agreement on the right of Industrial and Literary works in China and Korea. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 15** Mr. Murakami, chief of the Naval Paymaster's Bureau, resigns, and Mr. Fukunaga succeeds him. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 17** Captain and men of the Miye-maru are discharged. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 19** Death of Mr. Taizo Miyoshi, ex-president of Supreme Court. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 24** Mr. Kei Hara starts on a tour in Europe and America — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 26** Return of Count Komura to Tokyo. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 27** Count Komura appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 27** Regulations of the Oriental Colonization Bank published. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 29** The Katsura Cabinet publishes its opinions on the readjustment of the state finance. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Aug. 31** Postponement of the Grand Exhibition of Japan published. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 1** Issue of the Imperial Rescript on the postponement of the Grand Exhibition of Japan. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 2** Baron Dairoku Kikuchi appointed President of the Imperial Kyoto University. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 4** Viscount Kaneko, President of the Grand Exhibition of Japan, relieved of the post at his request. — p. iv ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 10** Sheng Ihui, Chinese Commissioner, arrives in Tokyo. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 11** The Japan China forestry agreement signed. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 12** The America-Japanese arbitration treaty published. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 12** Mr. T. Kato appointed Ambassador to England. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 13** Arrival of Mr. Li Yongku, President of the Il Chin Hoi, in Tokyo. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 16** Baron Hayashi, Ambassador to Rome, leaves Shimbashi for his post. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 18** Baron Chinda, Ambassador to Germany, leaves Shimbashi. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 19** The Governor-General of Kiao-chau Bay arrives in Tokyo. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 22** Mr. Ozaki, Mayor of Tokyo, re-appointed. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Sep. 30** Mr. Hioki appointed Minister to Chile. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 2** Mr. Loomis, Chief American Commissioner for the Grand Exhibition, arrives in Japan. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 6** Marshal Marquis Nozu granted Grant Order and Grant Cordon of Rising Sun and Paulownia. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 6** Marquis Kuroda re-elected Vice-President of the House of Peers. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 7** Sale of pari mutuel prohibited. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 8** Viscount Sone resigns his post as Director of the Horse Administration Bureau, and Viscount Terauchi, Minister of War, succeeds. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 10** The Nanki Bunko (library) opens. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 11** Arrival of Tang Shaoi in Tokyo. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 12** Arrival of Amersican businessmen, Mr. Dolman and 56 others, by the Tenyo-Maru. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 14** Imperial Rescript against tendency to extravagance, luxury and speculation promulgated. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 18** Arrival of the American Fleet at Yokohama. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 18** Death of Marshal Marquis Nozu. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 19** Admiral Sperry, U. S. A. Navy, comes up to Tokyo. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 20** Admiral Sperry is received in audience by the Emperor. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 22** Reception of the officers and men of the American Fleet by the Tokyo municipality at Hibiya Park. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 23** Admiral Sperry leaves Tokyo. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 24** Celebration at Taipeh of completion of trunk railway in Formosa. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 24** Baron Sakatani returns from abroad. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 25** The American Fleet leaves Japan. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 26** Death of Admiral Viscount Enomoto. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Oct. 27** Sheng Ihui leaves Tokyo. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 4** Arrival of Marquis Guiccioli, Italian Ambassador, in Tokyo. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 5** Return of Lieut.-Gen. Okazaki of the 13th Division, from Korea. Mr. Loomis leaves for home. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 8** Marriage of Prince Miyeko Arisugawa with the son and heir of Prince Keiki Tokugawa. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 9** The Emperor leaves Tokyo to attend the Grand Military Manœuvers at the Kwansai districts. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 10** The Crown Prince personally inspects the Sakura-Maru. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 12** Arrival of Dr. Sven Hedin in Japan. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 13** Close of the Grand Military Manœuvers. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 13** Death of Princess Kwacho. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 13** The Chino-Japanese Railway Convention concluded. The question of the Kirin-Changchun and Hsinmintun-Mukden lines settled. — p. v ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 20** The Emperor returns to Tokyo. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 22** The 25th anniversary of the establishment of the German Association School. The director and others decorated by the German Emperor. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 25** Marquis Guiccioli, Italian Ambassader, proceeds to the Imperial Palace and presents credentials. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 26** Mr. Manjiro Inagaki, Minister to Spain, dies at his post. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 26** Dr. Hedin leaves Tokyo. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Nov. 27** First meeting of the British Association at the Imperial Hotel; Sir Claude McDonald elected President. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 3** Loss of the Denzu-in temple by fire. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 5** Organization of the Railway Board and appointment of its President and other officials published. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 10** Creation of the Reserve Squadrons and Rear-Admirals Nomoto, Yatsushiro, Ide and Takagi appointed Commanders respectively at Kure, Yokosuka, Saseho and Maidzuru — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 10** Marchioness Nabeshima, Director of the Ladies Patriotic Association, and others rewarded in connection with the Russo-Japanese war. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 12** Mr. Shinji Tsuji created a Baron. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 12** 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Teikoku Kyoiku-kai (Imperial Education Association) celebrated. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 12** Death of General Okazawa Chief Aide-de-Camp to his Mejesty. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 12** Publication of the Mexican-Japanese treaty. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 17** Ambassader Kato leaves Shimbashi for England. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 17** Death of General Baron Hikaru Inouye at Kyoto. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 19** Appointment of Mr. Zeko Nakamura as President, and Mr. Shimbei Kunisawa as Vice-President, of the South Manchuria Railway Co. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 21** Great change among Generals and Divisional Commanders. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 21** Death of Mr. Shuntei Toyabe, editor of the Magazine “Sun.” — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 22** 25th session of the Imperial Diet begins sitting. Messrs. Haseba and Koedzuka elected President and Vice-President respectively. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 27** Great fire at Ashio: over 100 houses destroyed. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 28** Appointment of Lieut.-General Usagawa to the presidency, and Mr. Yoshiwara to the Vice Presidency, of the Oriental Develepment Co. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1908, Dec. 30** Jan Helman van Coyman, proceeds to the Imperial Court and presents his credentials to His Majesty. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 2** Agitation of Tokyo citizens against the increasing of the tramway fare. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 5** Death of Mr. Kotaro Noritake, editor of the “Tokyo Keizai Zasshi.” — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 6** Mr. Adamoez, Austrian Ambassador, proceeds to the Imperial Palace to present the letter relieving him of the post. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 7** Korean Emperor leaves on an inspection tour through southern Korea. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 11** The Hokkaido Prefectural Office at Sapporo destroyed by fire. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 13** Princess Nashimoto leaves Yokohama by the S. S. Kamo-maru for Europe. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 13** Korean Emperor returns from his tour. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 14** Appointment of Lieut.-General S. Nakamura as Chief Aide-de-Camp to His Majesty; and of Lieut.-General K. Uchiyama as Commander of the 15th Division. — p. vi ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 15** The Education Minister issues an instruction about moral education. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 21** Application for the increased fare of the Tokyo Tramway Co. rejected. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 23** Death of Viscount Y. Nomura, Privy Councillor. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jan. 27** General Hasegawa returns from Korea. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 1** Arrival at Tokyo of Narasaraja Wadiyao, younger brother of the King of Mysore, India. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 2** Death of Viscount F. Tanaka, Privy Councillor. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 3** Return of the Korean Emperor from his tour in Northern Korea. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 8** Marquis Hachisuka, Count Kabayama and Kagawa appointed Court Councillors. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 11** 10th anniversary of the promulgation of the Constitution celebrated at the promotion of the Tokyo Muncipality. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 12** Commemoration of the Anglo-Japanese Alliance at the residence of Count Komura. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 18** Death of Viscount Dr. T. Hashimoto. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 19** The Prince of Mysore leaves Tokyo for home. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 20** 53rd general meeting of the Bank of Japan. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 20** Inauguration of the Japanese legation in Chile. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 20** Return of Mr. K. Hara from abroad. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 22** Arrival of Korean Envoy Min. Pyong-hyok and Court ladies in Tokyo. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 23** Viscount Ogyu and Baron Tsuzuki appointed Privy Councillors. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Feb. 27** The Progressives expel, Mr. Inukai. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 1** Death of Privy Councillor Baron Honda. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 1** Appointment of Vice-Admiral Arima as Commander of the Saseho Naval Station: and of Vice-Admiral Uryu as member of the Admirals' Council. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 1** Opening of the Japanese Consulate in Batavia. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 1** The Japanese Consulate at Odessa is closed. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 3** The demonstration of weavers at the Kinki-kan. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 3** The Japanese Consulate at Moscow is opened. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 4** Princess Takeda delivered of a Prince. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 8** Baron Culmberg, new Austrian Ambassador, arrives in Tokyo. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 14** Departure of the training ships Aso and Soya from Yokohama for America. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 16** General Kuroki is put on the retired list. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 17** A heavy snow-fall at Tokyo. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 18** Austria Ambassador Baron Culmberg presents his Credentials to His Majesty. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 10** Bankruptcy of Fujimoto bill broker at Osaka. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 24** Princess Kuni leaves for Europe. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 25** Closing ceremony of the 25 session of the Diet. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 26** Arrival of Mr. William Skinner, deligate of American Silk Industry Guild. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 28** 50th anniversary of the death of Ii Kamon-no-kami celebrated. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Mar. 29** Baron Senge elected President of the Tokyo Street Rly. Co. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 1** The Zōjōji temple destroyed by fire. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 2** Russo-Japanese Convention on the Railway and Steamship through service signed. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 5** Annual meeting of the Ladies' Patriotic Association at Hibiya park. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 6** Dr. Manes, German scholar of insurance, arrives in Tokyo. — p. vii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 9** The joint meeting of the bankers' clearing houses. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 10** Explosion at a rifle shop, Imahashi, Osaka. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 11** Messrs. Isomura and Akiyama, Director of the Japan Sugar Refinery Co., arrested. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 13** Demise of Rev. Shaku Unsho. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 13** Death of Koki Namma. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 13** Reception of Mr. Skinner at the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 15** A number of M.P.'s. arrested in connection with the Sugar Co. scandal. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 17** Viscount Hotta expelled from the Kenkyu-kai party of Peers' House. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 17** Departure of Prince Fushimi to represent His Majesty at the Imperial Obsequies of China. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 20** Completion of the torpedo-destroyer Isonami at Maizuru. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 22** Arrival of the Korean tourist party, 94 in all, in Tokyo. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 25** Opening ceremony of the Miike Harbor, Chikugo province. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 26** The Imperial banquet of cherry-viewing at the Shiba Detached Palace: T. I. M. the Emperor and Empress present. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 28** Marriage of Prince Kitashirakawa and Princes Kane; Count Sasaki promoted to Marquis. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Apr. 28** Arrival of British Chinese Squadron in Yokohama. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May 1** Vice-Admiral Lampton, Commanding British Chinese Squadron, arrives in Tokyo. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May 2** Marquis Inouye gives a garden party in congratulation of his recovery. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May 4** The Bank of Japan lowers interest. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 6** Promulgation of the new newspaper regulations. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 6** The 3rd Squadron of the American Pacific Fleet enters Yokohama. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 8** Part of class room of the Higher Commercial School destroyed by fire. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 8** 20 M.P.'s. in connection with the Sugar Co. scandal, proved guilty at the preliminary examination. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 10** Death of Futabatei Hasegawa, novelist. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 11** The city of Kobe loan successfully floated. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 13** Generals Hasegawa, Nishi and Kawamura appointed special Military Inspectors. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 13** Eruption of Mt. Tarumaye, Hokkaido, — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 17** Arrival of Rear-Admiral Harper, commanding the American Squadron, in Tokyo. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 19** Graduation ceremony of the Naval college in the presence of the Emperor. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 19** Prince Fushimi returns to Tokyo from China. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 19** The loan of the Keihin Electric Co. concluded. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 19** Mr. James Smith, Governor-General of the Philippines, arrives in Tokyo. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 21** Mr. Chirol, foreign editor of the Times, & Mr. Morrison, Peking Correspondent arrived in Tokyo. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 22** Arrival of Mr. Fairbanks, ex-U. S. Vice-President, and Mrs. Fairbanks in Tokyo. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 23** A big fire at Yokosuka. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 24** The teaching of the Tokyo Higher Commercial School resumed. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 25** The first public trial of the accused in connection with the Japan Sugar Co. scandal. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May. 26** Mr. Fairbanks received in audience by the Emperor. — p. viii ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May 27** Unveiling of the statues of Admirals Saigo, Kawamura and Nire in the compound of the Naval Department. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May 29** The first general meeting of the International journalists association at the Imperial Hotel. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May 29** Messrs. Chirol and Morrison received in audience by the Emperor. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May 31** Prince Fushimi appointed honorary President of the Anglo-Japanese Exhibition. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May 31** Messrs. Chirol and Morrison leave for Korea. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, May 31** General meeting of the Japan Sugar Refinery Co. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 1** Death of Marquis Norimasa Ikeda, formerly Lord of Okayama. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 2** Inauguration of the Kokugi-kan (National Sporting Hall). — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 2** Death of Viscount T. Kikkawa, formerly Lord of Iwakuni. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 7** An accident in the Body Guard Engineer battalion at Akabane; many casualties, including Major Sasaki, commanding. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 14** Viscount Sone appointed Resident-General in succession to Prince Ito; and the latter made President of the Privy Council. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 16** Count Tanaka, Minister of Imperial Household, relieved of his office; and Prince Iwakura appointed his successor. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 18** Viscount Sone leaves for his post. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 19** Re-election of officers of the Teikoku Gakushi Kai-in; Baron Kikuchi elected President. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 20** Unveiling of the statue of the late Dr. Hashimoto in the premises of the Red Cross Hospital. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 24** Recognition of merits of the Army stationed in Korea published. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 26** Death of Count Shimadzu, ex-Lord of Sadowara. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 29** Arrival of Russian students' tourist party in Tokyo. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jun. 30** Princess Kan-in delivered of a girl. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 1** 50th anniversary of the opening of Yokohama. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 1** Prince Hsai Chong, Chinese Envoy, arrives in Tokyo. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 1** Prince Ito leaves for Korea. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 2** Prince Hsai Cheng received in audience by the Emperor. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 3** The Supreme Court passes final judgment on the accused in connection with the Sugar Co. scandal. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 6** Mr. Zumoto leaves for America. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 6** Viscount Hotta publishes a declaration. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 8** Prince Hsai, Chinese envoy, leaves Tokyo. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 9** Baron de Marchi, new Argentine Minister, arrives at Yokohama. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 10** The Emperor honours the graduation ceremony of the Tokyo Imperial University with his presence. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 11** Finding of the preliminary examination as to the directors of the Japan Sugar Co. scandal published. Dr. Sako, ex-president, commits suicide. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 14** The Emperor proceeds to the graduation ceremony of the Peers' School. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 15** The Fuji Cotton Spinning Factory adopts a resolution increasing its capital to 8,000,000 yen. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 17** South American-Japanese Association and Asiatic Fine-Arts Investigation Association organized. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 19** Return of Prince Ito to Oiso. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 20** Prince Ito received in audience by the Emperor. — p. ix ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 20** The China exploitation company organized. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 22** Lieut.-Gen. (ret.) Yenya, President of the Japan Marine Products Co., convicted at the preliminary examination and deprived of his title and rank. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 22** Death of Eiko Satake, artist. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 24** Publication of the memorandum of the Japan-Korea convention. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 24** Creation of electric and post saving bureaux in the Dept. of communications — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 26** Prince Ito appointed the President of the Korean Crown Prince's Education Board. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 27** Provisions of the Central Bank of Korea published. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 28** By-elections of M.P.'s. in several prefectures. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 29** Prince and Princess Nashimoto return from Europe. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 30** The Commercial and Industrial Bureau in the Dept. of Commerce and Agriculture, divided into two Bureaux. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 31** Organization of the Temporary Military Airship Investigation Commission. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Jul. 31** A conflagration at Osaka, 11,3[illegible]5 houses destroyed. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 1** Korean Crown Prince starts on a tour through North-Eastern Japan with Prince Ito. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 2** A big fire at Niigata. Promotion of Major-Generals I. Murata, F. Tanida, S. Iguchi, A. Saisho, K. Otani, S. Fujii, K. Akiyama & G. Nagaoka to Lieut.-Generals, and Colonels M. Kato, T. Kakizaki, K. Tachibana & S. Yokota to Major-Generals. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 6** The Government announced to Chinese Government to proceed with the reconstruction of the Antung-Mukden Railway. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 7** Training Squadron returned to Yokosuka. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 10** The Tokyo Local Court's judgment on the sugar scandal M.P.'s. is confirmed at the Appeal Court. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 10** Home Office issues regulations sternly forbidding all quasi-lottery affairs. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 12** The Bank of Japan lowered the rate of interest. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 14** Earthquake in Omi & Mino prefectures, 1,912 houses destroyed and 199 persons killed or wounded. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 17** Businessmen going to America on invitation are honored by the Emperor with luncheon at the Shiba palace. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 18** The Oriental Exploitation Co. established. Supplementary Agreement of the Kirin-Chang-chung Rly. loan signed. Count Futara dies. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 19** The Japanese Businessmen start for America. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 19** The Antung-Mukden Rly. convention signed. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 20** Epxlosion of the Hirakata magazine near Osaka, destroying many houses. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 22** The Emperor & Empress grant Yen 1,50[illegible] as relief to the sufferers by the late earthquake in Omi and Mino prefectures. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 23** Korean Crown Prince returns to Tokyo. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))

**1909, Aug. 26** The Airship Investigation Committee appointed. — p. x ([scan leaf 58](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n58/mode/1up))


## Earthquakes, Volcanoes and Mineral Springs — [Most disastrous seismic calamities recorded in the pre-Tokugawa period]

**684 A.D.** Over 500,000 cho in southern part of Tosa subsided and engulfed by the sea. — p. 10 ([scan leaf 77](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n77/mode/1up))

**869 A.D.** Earthquakes with tidal waves visited Mutsu and thousands of people killed. — p. 10 ([scan leaf 77](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n77/mode/1up))

**1361 A.D.** Earthquakes in districts. round about Kyoto. — p. 10 ([scan leaf 77](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n77/mode/1up))

**1498 A.D.** Tokaido was visited by a severe earthquake, causing death of over 20,000 persons. Hamana Lagoon (Maizaka station, Tokaido Railway) formerly inland lake, was formed. — p. 10 ([scan leaf 77](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n77/mode/1up))

**1596 A.D.** Bungo, Kyushu, was visited and 700 persons killed. — p. 10 ([scan leaf 77](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n77/mode/1up))

**1596 A.D.** Districts round about Kyoto shaken and 2,000 persons killed. — p. 10 ([scan leaf 77](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n77/mode/1up))


## Education — [Ancient Education: outline]

**284 A.D.** Chinese books first introduced through Korea, 284 A.D. — p. 193 ([scan leaf 260](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n260/mode/1up))

**552** Buddhism introduced from Korea, 552. — p. 193 ([scan leaf 260](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n260/mode/1up))

**607** First authentic record of the sending to China for study of Japanese students, '607. — p. 193 ([scan leaf 260](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n260/mode/1up))

**664** First school founded, 664. — p. 193 ([scan leaf 260](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n260/mode/1up))

**701** First educational regulations promulgated, 701. — p. 193 ([scan leaf 260](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n260/mode/1up))

**712** Oldest Japanese book extant, Kojiki, published, 712. — p. 193 ([scan leaf 260](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n260/mode/1up))

**770** Printing introduced, 770. — p. 193 ([scan leaf 260](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n260/mode/1up))

**809** Japanese alphabet invented by Buddhist priest Kobo, 809. — p. 193 ([scan leaf 260](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n260/mode/1up))

**1602-1867** Revival of learning followed by the restoration of peace and the establishment of the Tokugawa Shogunate, 1602-1867. — p. 193 ([scan leaf 260](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n260/mode/1up))


## Politics — Resume of the Growth of Constitutional Politics

**** 1. The Emperor's Oath on the occasion of his accession, that "public matters shall be decided by public assembly." — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))

**1873** 2. In 1873 Itagaki and others petitioned the Government to take steps for realizing the Imperial Oath. — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))

**1880** 3. In 1880 a national organization for promoting the cause of popular rights was effected and in its name a petition was submitted to the Emperor for the immediate establishment of parliament. — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))

**1880** 4. In 1880 the Provincial Assembly Regulations were enacted and popular craving was partially satisfied. — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))

**1881** 5. In 1881 Itagaki and his fellow politicians organized the Liberal Party, and passed a resolution to push the movement with vigor. — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))

**1881** 6. In the same year a proclamation was issued announcing the establishment of a national assembly ten years hence. — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))

**1882** 7. In 1882 Okuma organized the Progressive Party. — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))

**188[illegible]** 8. In 188[illegible] the Civil Corporation Regulations were enacted. — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))

**1889, Feb. 11** 9. On February 11th, 1889, the Constitution was promulgated. — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))

**1890, Nov.** 10. In November of the following year the first session of the Diet was convoked. — p. 496 ([scan leaf 563](https://archive.org/details/japan-year-book-1910/page/n563/mode/1up))