Ernest Mason Satow
Orientalist diplomat and scholar
Born
June 30th, 1843
181 years ago
Died
1929
96 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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An English orientalist and diplomat, contributed significantly to the understanding of Japan during the Meiji era. Satow arrived in Japan in 1862 as a member of the British legation and played a key role in diplomatic relations between Japan and the United Kingdom. His language skills and knowledge of Japanese culture were instrumental in various treaties and negotiations. After his tenure in Japan, Satow continued to write extensively about Japan, producing several works that are still referenced today.
Authored 'A Diplomat in Japan'
Served as an influential diplomat in Japan
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