This official catalogue was published for the special exhibition organized by the Tokyo National Museum to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Xinhai Revolution. It focuses on the profound friendship between Sun Yat-sen, the founding father of modern China, and Umeya Shōkichi, a Japanese entrepreneur, situating their relationship within the broader context of Sino-Japanese exchanges in the early twentieth century.
A devoted supporter of Sun’s revolutionary ideals, Umeya provided both financial and moral assistance to his cause. Their bond not only reflects the turbulence and aspirations of the late Qing era but also reveals a deeply intertwined transnational connection that shaped modern East Asian history.
At the heart of the catalogue are rich historical materials, including rare vintage photographs, manuscripts, personal letters, artifacts, and maps. Together they illuminate the political and cultural intersections of the age, making this volume an indispensable reference for understanding the intertwined modern histories of China and Japan.
Publisher Tokyo National Museum, The Mainichi Newspapers
