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Memory of the World- Republic of Korea
Documents on Joseon Tongsinsa/Chosen Tsushinshi(Korean Embassies): The History of Peace Building and Cultural Exchanges between korea and Japan from the 17th to 19th Century

"Documents on Joseon Tongsinsa/Chosen Tsushinshi(Korean Embassies): The History of Peace Building and Cultural Exchanges between korea and Japan from the 17th to 19th Century" comprises materials related to 12 diplomatic missions dispatched from Korea to Japan between 1607 and 1811 at the request of japan's Shogunate government. The missions contributed to restoring diplomatic relations between the two countries, which had been severed due to the invasion of Korea ordered by Toyotomi Hideyoshi(Jaoan's ruler) in the late 16th century, and to maintaining peaceful relations. The nominated documents, which have been in custody in both countries, comprise diplomatic documents, travel records, and cultural exchange records, all of which testify to the importance of the missions in promoting reconciliation, mutual understanding, and interactions in the diplomatic, cultural, and industrial spheres. These cross-cultural exchanges were based on mutual respect and the principle of "sincerity and friendship." The nominated documents exhibit wisdom in maintaining peaceful relations between two nations that had been at war. The missions benefited not only the two countries, but also East Asia as a whole by stabilizing the political situation and maintaining trading channels. Thses documents have universal significance in fostering permanent peace and cross-cultural communication.


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