Taishō period

The Taishō period in Japan lasted from 1912 to 1926, marking the reign of Emperor Taishō. It was characterized by increasing democratic movements, social change, and modernization, contrasting with the more centralized, imperial authority of the previous Meiji era. The period saw Japan adopting a more liberal political atmosphere, with greater influence from political parties and a focus on individual rights. Economically, the country experienced urban growth, technological advances, and cultural shifts, blending traditional Japanese values with modern Western ideas, setting the stage for Japan's further development leading into the early Showa period.