Japan’s Meiji-era is called from 1868 to 1912.
In this era, industrial revolution sites have received World Cultural Heritage
status from United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
(UNESCO). Decision in this regard was taken during the 39th session of the
World Heritage Committee chaired by Maria Bohmer in Bonn, Germany. By this addition,
the total Cultural sites with UNESCO World Heritage Status in Japan have
increased to 15 along with 4 natural sites. Meiji-era sites were located on
Southwest of Japan which Includes series of eleven properties that comprises
Iron and Steel, coalmines and shipyards industries. Contributed in Japan’s
evolution from feudalism to a successful industrialized modern economy. Trace
the development phase of Japan’s heavy industries and its integration to
Western technology together with fundamental changes in its traditional
culture. Represents the first successful transfer of Western industrialization
to a non-Western nation in 19th century. About UNESCO World Heritage Site
Status this status granted to a places of cultural and natural significance by
the UNESCO.
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