J-Times›Podcasts›Japan & The World: Crossroads of HistoryJapan & The World: Crossroads of HistorySakoku: The Great Isolation (1639-1853)3 minJapan sealed itself off for 200 years but maintained one window through Dejima island.Play episodePrevious episodePortuguese Arrive: Nanban Trade (1543)Next episodeBlack Ships — Commodore Perry Forces Japan Open (1853-1854)All episodes of this show (Japan & The World: Crossroads of History)