In this episode, I discuss what is quite possibly the most unique and terrifyingly ferocious empire that has ever subsided in the Pacific, the Japanese Empire. In part 1, I will discuss the rise of Japan from an insignificant island chain into a fearsome and respectable Empire of the East, beginning from its opening in 1852 to its victory against Russia in 1905. If you like my content, follow @the.historynerd on Instagram and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter.