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Introducing Shimoda
Shimoda has a fabulous mix of history and seashore. It holds a pivotal place in history as the spot where Japan officially opened to the outside world after centuries of isolation. Following the opening of Japan by the Kurofune (Black Ships) under Commodore Matthew Perry, the American Townsend Harris opened the first Western consulate here.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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