Tokugawa Ieyasu's Immigration Into Medieval Japan

Immigration into Medieval Japan was very hard for foreigners. In 1603 Tokugawa Ieyasu became the ruler of the entire country. Early in his rule, all foreigners were forced out of the country. Japan was isolated from the rest of the world until 1853 when Commodore Matthew C. Perry forced Japan to open its doors. If you was caught trying to sneak around the Japanese borders it is very likely that you could get in very much trouble or even killed. This is still very true in many border patrol areas today. People from all around the world would do whatever it takes to get into a new country to better themselves and their families. Prior to the 1890’s immigration was regulated by the individual states (rather than the Federal government). From …show more content…
First and second class passengers who arrived in New York Harbor were not required to endure the inspection process at Ellis Island. Instead, these passengers underwent a brief inspection on-board the ship, the idea being that if a person could have the funds to purchase a first or second class ticket, they were less likely to become an issue in America regarding to medical or legal reasons. Although if you was one of the unfortunate "steerage" or third class passengers you experienced as very different entrance. The less fortunate immigrants traveled in very insanitary conditions near the bottom of the ships with few amenities and often spending up to two weeks seasick in their bunks while cruising the rough Atlantic Ocean. Upon entrance in New York City, ships would dock at the Hudson or East River ports. First and second class passengers would unload themselves and their belongings, pass through Customs at the piers and were welcome to enter the United States. The bottom deck and third class passengers were transported from the dock by ferry or barge to Ellis Island where every person would go through a very through medical and legal inspection prior to entering the United