The Meiji Government's Domestic Priorities. This paper discusses the domestic priorities that took precedence over foreign policy interests for the Meiji government (1868-1912) in Japan. This was because, with the Meiji Restoration of 1868, the entire feudal system of Japanese government collapsed and Meiji leaders were intent on bringing Japan into the modern world. 5 pgs. Bibliography lists 1 source. Pages: 5 Bibliography: 1 source(s) listed Filename: 4278 Meiji Domestic Priorities.doc Price: 44.75