Ernest Satow facts for kids

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Ernest Mason Satow (born June 30, 1843, died August 26, 1929) was an important British scholar and diplomat. He was also a famous "Japanologist." This means he was an expert on Japan, its culture, and its history. Satow spent much of his life working in Japan and helped shape the relationship between Britain and Japan.

Satow's Diplomatic Career

Ernest Satow was one of the most important British experts on Japan in the 1800s. He worked alongside other famous Japanologists like William George Aston and Basil Hall Chamberlain. These scholars helped the Western world understand Japan better during a time of big changes for the country. Satow's work as a diplomat meant he represented Britain in Japan. He helped manage important agreements and relationships between the two nations.

Books by Ernest Satow

Ernest Satow wrote many books and articles during his life. These writings help us understand diplomacy and Japan's history. Here are some of his well-known books:

• A Guide to Diplomatic Practice, published in 1917. This book explains how diplomats should do their job.
• A Diplomat in Japan, published in 1921. This book shares his experiences and observations while working in Japan.
• The Family Chronicle of the English Satows, published in 1925.

Awards and Honours

Throughout his career, Ernest Satow received several important awards, known as "honours." These awards recognized his hard work and contributions as a diplomat and scholar. Some of his honours include:

• Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) in 1885.
• Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (KCMG).
• Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George (GCMG).
• Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom in 1906.

Images for kids

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  Japanese calligraphy by Satow. The kanji read (from right to left) "敬和" (Kei-Wa), meaning "Respect and harmony."

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  Satow drawn by Spy for Vanity Fair, 1903

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  The British Legation Yamate, Yokohama, in a 1865 painting.

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  A poem by the Tang poet Wang Bo (650–676) in Satow's own calligraphy (British Library Or. 16054).

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  The grave of Sir Ernest Mason Satow in the churchyard of Ottery St Mary.

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  Ernest Mason Satow's Japanese wife, Takeda Kane, in 1870.

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