The departure of the Minnesota on August 19, 1909

2009 marks the 100th anniversary of the visit to the U.S. by the Honorary Commercial Commissioners of Japan. Representing six major chambers of commerce in Japan, the group consisted of 51 members lead by Shibusawa Eiichi. This Website presents the experiences of the Japanese businessmen as well as other records and information about the business mission.

What was the 1909 Mission? Members Map & Itinerary Summary of the Daily Itinerary Iwaya Sazanami Postcard Gallery Newspaper Articles on the Mission