Isolationism in Japan: the Tokugawa Shogunate

Kimberly Lang
Edward R. Murrow High School

This lesson introduces students to the Tokugawa Shogunate and uses it as a case study to explain the causes and effects of political isolationism. Through a host of cultural and historical discussions, students will be asked to evaluate whether an isolationist policy is helpful or harmful to a country. A detailed lesson plan and handouts are included.

Lesson Plan | Handout