【November’s Special Open Lecture】”Parallel Histories: Japan-Türkiye Relations and Extraterritoriality in the Late 19th Century”

What comes to mind when we think of Japan and Türkiye? While these two nations are often referred to as “friendly countries” with a “deep historical connection,” few are familiar with the details of their bilateral history.

In the late 19th century, the world was undergoing significant transformations, and Japan and Turkey were no exception. Japan transitioned from the Edo to the Meiji era, while Türkiye was moving from the Ottoman Empire toward becoming a republic. This November, our Special Open Lecture will focus on these transformations, examining the shared pursuit of modernization as both nations emerged from so-called “feudal societies.” With an emphasis on primary historical sources, we will explore how Japan-Türkiye relations unfolded informally under the influence of contemporary imperialism.

We look forward to your participation.

“Parallel Histories: Japan-Türkiye Relations and Extraterritoriality in the Late 19th Century”
Date: November 23 (Sat) 13:00~
Place: Tokyo Camii Annex B1F, Ertugrul Hall
Lecturer: Emir Karakaya (University of Wisconsin-Madison)
Language: Japanese