Economy of Japan
The Government lifts the gold export embargo at the pre-war parity, intensifying deflationary pressure.
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1930 in Japan
Explore 18 historical events and records for Japan in 1930.
Historical records for Japan in 1930
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January
Gold Standard
Inoue directs Japan's return to the gold standard by reopening gold exports at the old parity.
Conference of London
The tonnage ratio for US, British & Japanese cruiser fleets will be 10:10:7. Creates a militaty reaction against liberal policies & ambition to master the Pacific
April
London Naval Treaty Signature
Signs the naval limitation treaty as Japan's ambassador at the British court.
London Naval Treaty Signature
Signs the London Naval Treaty for Japan while serving as Navy Minister.
London Naval Treaty Signature
Signs the treaty as a senior member of the Japanese delegation.
Convention on Certain Questions Relating to the Conflict of Nationality Laws
Signs the Convention on Certain Questions Relating to the Conflict of Nationality Laws
Naval Ratio
Defends the London compromise granting Japan a higher relative ratio in several auxiliary ship categories than under earlier proposals.
Naval Treaty Support
Supports acceptance of the London naval limits despite criticism from officers who argue that the settlement weakens Japan's fleet.
October
London Naval Treaty Ratification
His government completes Japanese participation in the London Naval Treaty, whose ratification is deposited with Britain on 27 October.
Treaty Ratification
Secures Japanese ratification of the London Naval Treaty despite strong domestic opposition.
November
Assassination of Hamaguchi Osachi
Osachi is shot & injured because of the ratification of the 4 Power Navy Treaty. Death of Hamaguchi Osachi, assassinated
Death of Kijuro Shidehara
Appointed Prime Minister of Japan, acts for Osachi
Other events (month unknown)
Ambassador
Appointed Ambassador of Rome
Deflation
Deflationary monetary and fiscal policies defend the overvalued yen and deepen the Showa Depression.
Regimental Commander
Appointed Regimental Commander
Sakuraki
The "Cherry Blossom Society" is formed by military officers to establish a regime
Studies in the Lankavatara Sutra
Publication of "Studies in the Lankavatara Sutra"
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