The House of Mitsui

The House of Mitsui is a historical account of the Mitsui family, one of the most prominent and powerful business dynasties in Japan. Written by Oland D. Russell, the book chronicles the rise of the Mitsui family from its humble origins as a small sake brewery in the early 17th century to its eventual domination of the Japanese economy in the 20th century.The book provides a detailed look at the Mitsui family's business practices, including their role in the development of Japan's modern financial system, their involvement in the silk trade, and their expansion into other industries such as mining and real estate. It also explores the Mitsui family's political influence, including their close relationship with the Tokugawa shogunate and their involvement in the Meiji Restoration.In addition to its focus on the Mitsui family, the book also provides a broader perspective on Japanese history and culture, including the impact of Western imperialism and the rise of nationalism in the early 20th century. Overall, The House of Mitsui is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of Japan's most influential families and their impact on the country's economic and political landscape.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.